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  • Sustainability Supply Chains 

    Sustainability Supply Chains  Sustainability supply chains refer to the practices and processes involved in managing a supply chain with a focus on environmental, social, and economic sustainability. This approach aims to ensure that the entire supply chain—from raw material sourcing to final product delivery—minimizes negative impacts on the environment, upholds ethical labor practices, and promotes…

  • Strategic Investment

    Strategic Investment Strategic investment refers to an investment made with the goal of advancing an organization’s long-term objectives, often beyond immediate financial returns. This type of investment typically aligns with a company’s broader mission, such as entering new markets, gaining competitive advantage, securing critical resources, or fostering innovation. Strategic investments are often used in mergers…

  • Stranded assets

    Stranded assets Stranded assets are investments or resources that have lost their value or become obsolete before their expected end of life due to changes in the market, regulations, or technological advancements. These assets are often associated with industries that face significant shifts, such as fossil fuels, where policies and market dynamics favor renewable energy.…

  • Stewardship code

    Stewardship code A stewardship code is a set of principles and guidelines designed to encourage institutional investors to act as responsible stewards of their investments. It outlines best practices for engaging with companies on issues such as governance, environmental impact, and social responsibility.  The first stewardship code was introduced in the United Kingdom in 2010,…

  • Stakeholder Engagement

    Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder engagement is an ongoing process used in business, government, and non-profits to ensure that projects and decisions are inclusive and responsive to those affected. It typically involves analyzing and planning for stakeholders, sharing information, consulting for meaningful participation, managing grievances, involving stakeholders in monitoring, and regular reporting. Common methods include consultations, surveys,…

  • Socially responsible investing

    Socially responsible investing Socially responsible investing (SRI) is an investment strategy that incorporates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into decision-making to achieve both financial returns and positive impact. SRI investors select companies based on ethical considerations—such as environmental stewardship and human rights—while avoiding those involved in harmful activities like tobacco or fossil fuels. This…

  • Social sustainability 

    Social sustainability Social sustainability is the capacity of a society to ensure well-being, equity, and justice across generations. In business, it involves managing the positive and negative impacts on stakeholders, including employees, customers, and communities. Effective management of these impacts is crucial for maintaining a company’s social license to operate and ensuring long-term success. Addressing…

  • SIN Stocks

    SIN Stocks SIN stocks refer to shares of companies that operate in industries considered socially irresponsible or unethical, such as alcohol, tobacco, gambling, weapons, or adult entertainment. These industries are often viewed as profiting from activities that can have negative social or environmental impacts. Despite their controversial nature, SIN stocks can be attractive to some…

  • Shareholder resolutions

    Shareholder resolutions Shareholder resolutions are formal proposals submitted by shareholders for a vote at a company’s annual general meeting (AGM). These resolutions typically address corporate governance issues, environmental or social concerns, or other matters that shareholders believe the company should address. While most shareholder resolutions are non-binding, meaning the company is not obligated to take…

  • SDG Funds

    SDG Funds SDG Funds refer to investment vehicles or financial instruments that specifically aim to support the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These funds allocate capital to projects, companies, or initiatives that contribute to sustainable development in areas such as poverty reduction, clean energy, education, gender equality, and environmental protection. The…