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The Latest Breaking News from ESG

Last week, the state of Florida, at the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis (R) and State Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis, became the latest state to divest funds from BlackRock over its sustainability and ESG policies:

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Turning ESG intentions into action: 'The most important thing is to just get started'

For leaders, it’s imperative to find a way to integrate their organization’s mission, sustainability, and social impact strategies in a unified way.

Fortune

By tackling the challenges of ESG reporting, these companies help show the way forward

With a proposed SEC climate-related disclosure rule emerging, companies are being increasingly challenged by regulators—as well as investors and society—to enhance their sustainability reporting and disclosure.

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'Scope 3' push and ESG backlash: Lessons from Fortune's First Impact Initiative

Chief Sustainability Officer roles at Fortune 500 companies are new and all over the org chart.

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We are one of the ESG rating agencies Sen. Toomey called out. Here’s why he has a point

Pennsylvania Sen. Toomey has started a vital conversation around transparency in the ESG investing space, writes ESG Book CEO Daniel Klier.

Fortune

The best financial strategies for surviving a recession in 2023 from 3 top advisers

Acclaimed investing pros share their advice for navigating a recession: Stay calm, stay invested, and invest locally.

Fortune

Midterm results could strengthen state opposition to ESG

Republican midterm gains could strengthen state opposition to ESG according to Roll Call

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Firms vow ESG principles are here to stay

Leading businesses are adopting environment, social and corporate governance (ESG) practices, in line with government efforts to protect the environment and build a sustainable society.

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California Gov. Newsom: ‘Ideological attacks on ESG investing defy the free market–and taxpayers are losing out. Here’s why we consistently beat Republican-led states in nearly every economic category’

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says governors like Ron DeSantis of Florida are going against free enterprise and capitalism for political gain.

Fortune

What Is ESG Investing and Is It Right for You?

ESG means investing in a way that considers a company's environmental, social and governance profile. Here's what that means in practice.

Kiplinger

After Facebook and Twitter layoffs, dozens of companies warn against 'irresponsible innovation'

They say tech companies must consider societal consequences.

Fortune

Why Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan is not so stressed about recession

"We are in pretty good shape. Recession predicted. Those things will collide.”

Fortune

FCA proposes new rules to tackle greenwashing

The regulator begins a consultation on plans to cut out misleading terminology

Insider UK

As M&A Activity Slows, ESG Deals Buck The Trend With Plug And ChargePoint Commanding Huge Premiums

Due to the difficult macroeconomic headwinds, the merger and acquisition (M&A) sector has cooled down compared to 2021.

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Economy and Society, October 18, 2022: South Carolina to divest BlackRock funds over ESG

Economy and Society is Ballotpedia’s weekly review of the developments in corporate activism; corporate political engagement; and the Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) trends and events that characterize the growing intersection between business and politics.

Tribune News Service

Baby formula disaster failed to dent Abbott Labs’ ESG score

Several months after the US government began investigating an Abbott Laboratories baby-formula plant for its connection to the deaths of at least two infants, the world’s most influential judge of corporate environmental, social and governance practices upgraded the company.

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Economy and Society, October 11, 2022: Louisiana treasurer announces plan to divest state funds from BlackRock

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Economy and Society, October 4, 2022: Texas joins investigation over S&P’s use of ESG in credit ratings

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ESG is the Necessary Evil, and the Markets and Entrepreneurs are Taking Full Advantage

A few months ago, I published a piece arguing that ESG will become the new bottom line. This is not a politically motivated statement, and I don’t fully agree with the ESG approach. I do believe however, it is time to change, and it is time for executives, entrepreneurs, and…

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Economy and Society, September 13, 2022: Former Attorney General highlights recent state action against ESG

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How ESG investing got tangled up in America's culture wars

Amid Republican attacks, investors focused on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues say they are just trying understand emerging risks and opportunities.

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Economy and Society, September 6, 2022: Indiana joins the list of ESG-boycotting states

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Economy and Society, August 30, 2022: Texas lists 10 funds ineligible for business with state over ESG policies

Benzinga

The Heat Is On — And So Is The Creation Of New ESG Funds

Over the last year, unique natural phenomena — including record heat waves in Europe — have contributed to high gas prices. Heat waves brought about droughts, which have reduced the supply of water and farmland.

Roll Call

ESG fund disclosures should be streamlined, investor and advocacy groups tell SEC - Roll Call

The SEC is under pressure to simplify a proposed disclosure rule to prevent firms from misleading about their environmental credentials.

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