Financial Frameworks Podcast 26: Conclusion - Tools to Measure ESG in a Prospective Investment
Environmental, Societal and Governance (ESG) business practices are increasingly an important part of many investors criteria for buying stock. Dr. Lehan looks at four alternative methods to assess ESG, reviews their details in this and three previous podcasts, then recommends a vetting method that does not require a lot of time while being comprehensive. This, and previous podcasts focus on the greenhouse gas element of ESG for simplicity and time sake. This same process could be applied to other ESG issues.
Dr. Lehan believes that some ESG metrics will grow and become stronger in this developing field, while others will fade and not be used over time. Understanding what and how to measure should be insightful in selecting successful investments. This podcast is intended to assist in that process.
This podcast provides a perspective regarding the development of the ESG arena that investors should keep in mind while focusing on their purposes and their particular investment strengths while the specifics, intent, and application of ESG criteria evolve in the coming years. It is sort of keeping track of the buoys, cans and other channel markers on our ESG investing voyage.
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