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  • 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…

  • Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions

    Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions The three scopes are categories defined by the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol to help organizations measure and manage their GHG emissions. They correspond to the different types of emissions a company generates both within its own operations and throughout its wider value chain, including suppliers and customers. 

  • Seachange

    Seachange A “sea change” is a profound or significant transformation, especially one that brings about a substantial shift in perspective, approach, or condition. This term often describes sweeping changes that affect an entire organization, society, or situation.

  • Renewable energy investing

    Renewable energy investing Renewable energy investing refers to the practice of investing in energy sources and technologies that are renewable, eco-friendly, and capable of meeting current energy demands without depleting resources for future generations. This includes investments in renewable energy, such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power, as well as innovations in energy efficiency.  Investors…