ESG

Florida’s DeSantis Signs Aggressive Anti-ESG Legislation

Florida’s DeSantis Signs Aggressive Anti-ESG Legislation

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law Tuesday that targets the growth of environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing in the state. The anti-ESG legislation prevents state officials from investing public money in the promotion of ESG goals, prioritizes financial returns for state funds and pensions, eliminates ESG considerations in state contracts and […]

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    Florida’s DeSantis Signs Aggressive Anti-ESG Legislation

    Florida’s DeSantis Signs Aggressive Anti-ESG Legislation

    Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law Tuesday that targets the growth of environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing in the state. The anti-ESG legislation prevents state officials from investing public money in the promotion of ESG goals, prioritizes financial returns for state funds and pensions, eliminates ESG considerations in state contracts and […]

    Biden, Congress Set to Clash Over ESG Considerations in Retirement Funds

    Biden, Congress Set to Clash Over ESG Considerations in Retirement Funds

    The nation’s split Congress and President Joe Biden are set to clash over whether and how much pension fund managers can take social and environmental issues like the climate crisis into account when making investments.  On Wednesday, the Senate voted 50 to 46 to reverse a Department of Labor (DOL) ruling allowing fiduciary retirement fund […]

    ESG 101: What Is ESG, and Does It Matter?

    ESG 101: What Is ESG, and Does It Matter?

    Environmental, Social and Governance, or ESG, is a framework of standards measuring a company’s risks and impacts alongside financial factors. Companies use ESG reporting as a tool to disclose data on emissions, waste management, employee satisfaction, anti-corruption practices and more.  ESG reporting promotes transparency and engagement in business practices, especially when considering sustainability and social […]