In The News – Winter 2025

General, Global Issues / By Sylvia Panek

ANTI-ESG PROXY VOTES SURGE, BUT THEY’RE NOT PASSING

The 2024 proxy voting season saw a large increase in shareholder proposals filed that reject environmental, social equity, and corporate governance measures; however, nearly all of the proposals turned out very low shareholder votes. Only a handful gained enough support to be re-filed in the following year.

ESG Dive

BIDEN INKS BILLION-DOLLAR CLIMATE DEALS TO FOIL TRUMP ROLLBACKS

The Department of Energy is racing to close $25 billion in pending loans to businesses building major clean energy projects across the country. The push is one of Biden’s last chances to cement his climate legacy before President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January 2025 under the promise of shredding Democratic spending programs.

Politico

INVESTING IN A DIFFERENT KIND OF PARADISE: CATALYZING HAWAI‘I’S SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEM

Hawai`i’s food vulnerability, highlighted during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, stems from its heavy reliance on imported food. To address this issue, local leaders in Hawai`i are embracing Native Hawaiian traditions of sustainable agriculture and fostering collaboration to envision a resilient food system rooted in cultural values and relationships.

Green Money Journal

80% OF INVESTORS EXPECT TO INCREASE SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENTS OVER NEXT 2 YEARS: MORGAN STANLEY SURVEY

Morgan Stanley surveyed more than 900 institutional investors across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. The survey found that a strong majority of asset managers and asset owners globally expect assets in sustainable funds to grow in the next two years.

ESG Today

ESG FUNDS GROW TO $8.4 TRILLION AMID CHALLENGES, OUTPERFORMING TRADITIONAL INVESTMENTS

ESG investments continue to surge, surpassing $8.4 trillion in assets. Despite political challenges, sustainable funds consistently outperform traditional investments, making an impact in sectors like clean energy. The Washington Post offers insight on selecting funds aligned with your values and avoiding greenwashing, including expert commentary from Michael Kramer of Natural Investments.

Washington Post

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