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In 2023, we’re streamlining how we bring you the valuable financial insights that guide your investing. On Purpose is now a segment on The Pulse, where host Travis Allen will continue exploring the intersection of wealth building, profit, a
Many fiduciaries feel caught in the middle as they try to reconcile ESG investing and their duties under the law. Bernstein’s Jennifer B. Goode, J.D., Director, Wealth Strategies and Travis Allen, National Director, Purpose Driven Strategiese p
Do you have a responsible investing option in your 401(k)? If so, you have Barbara Krumsiek—under her leadership at Calvert Group—to partially thank. One of the pioneers of responsible investing, Barbara has helped shape the industry from the s
Why did some of the best prepared countries go off script during the pandemic? Jeff Schlegelmilch—Director of the National Center for Disease Preparedness—explains how disaster plans can end up adrift when they overlook societal behavior. Note
As foundations and nonprofits broaden their exposure to alternative investments, many are also shifting towards responsible investing. What lies at the intersection? Impact investing in private equity and venture capital—a way to raise the bar
ESG has come under fire lately in several high-profile articles in academia and the media, prompting fiduciaries to raise concerns. Is ESG really all it’s cracked up to be? Today we separate fact from fiction when it comes to responsible invest
Is synthetic biology the next big thing? This revolutionary technology is ready to make a profound impact on the way many products are manufactured, from lab-grown meat to cosmetics to biodegradable packaging. Yet investors are paying relativel
For someone who considers herself a problem solver, AB Portfolio Manager Dureka Carrasquillo initially found climate change to be a depressing conundrum. But a newly launched strategy has her revisiting her tech investing roots and has restored
Is mining Bitcoin an environmental hazard? Does it promote secret, nefarious activities? Or—as Will Johnson, Portfolio Manager for AB’s Sustainable Thematic Growth strategy argues—do environmental and transparency concerns overshadow Bitcoin’s
At the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, scientists are pursuing research into carbon capture and other innovative approaches that could slow the pace of climate change. Woods Hole’s President, Peter de Menocal, discusses the current state
Curious about the ESG risks and opportunities of investing in Sub-Saharan Africa? How are business leaders and government regulators trying to avoid some of the problems seen in other fast-growing emerging economies? Bernstein portfolio manager
Whether it's project-based green bonds, social bonds, or sustainability-linked bonds, fixed income is increasingly becoming the “go-to” for mature companies looking to fund CapEx as they transition to a sustainable future. Bernstein Sustainable
Companies play a crucial role in carbon reduction. And putting forth a credible, sustainable climate action plan has become a sign of a well-managed business. But not all strategies are created equal—and focusing on offsets rather than reductio
Are nonprofits, endowments, and foundations missing the boat when it comes to responsible investing? Recent findings from the latest NACUBO Study suggest they might be. Only about 20% of respondents said they include responsible investing crite
There were roughly two dozen major pollution control statutes passed up and through 1990, but only one since then. Yet that’s not because consumers don’t care. According to Michael Vandenbergh—author, Vanderbilt Law professor, and former EPA Ch
Clean energy, medical innovation, and food security are just some of the large, complex challenges facing the world right now. And companies that can provide solutions have an exceptional opportunity for long-term growth. But how do you select
Responsible investing is on the rise, but how can you be sure your portfolio is truly delivering on this dimension? Valerie Grant, Chief Investment Officer for Responsible Investing at Bernstein, delves into the key metrics she uses to measure
Fall has been fraught with uncertainty this year, as schools grapple with the best way to meet students’ needs. But the impact has been uneven as fewer low-income students consistently log in for remote instruction. As the pandemic threatens to
An all-star panel looks at the pandemic through the lens of preparedness, along with our susceptibility to other mega-disasters. How can we move from a patchwork response to one that holistically addresses key tradeoffs? And how can we turn thi
Like the groundbreaking safety-net hospital she works for, Dr. Thea James is a dynamo. Among the many hats she wears, she serves as the vice president of mission and associate chief medical officer at Boston Medical Center. Eric Glass, Portfoli
Tough times are ahead for municipal bond issuers. But efforts to beat Covid-19 might spark the collective will to tackle other long-simmering environmental and social challenges. Will the virus become a crucible that ultimately encourages impac
The national reckoning around racial injustice has caught many by surprise. But Laura Sutphen—a corporate social responsibility expert advising global brands—has been navigating the “pressure around purpose” for decades. She joins Beata Kirr to
The nation’s turmoil appears to be galvanizing responsible investors in previously unimaginable ways. The crisis is exposing society’s vulnerabilities, but also revealing the resiliency—and value—of companies displaying stronger, responsible be
Responsible investing is having a moment. But things seem different this time. Instead of kicking the tires, many investors appear ready for a headlong plunge. Spurred by the pandemic and protests against racial injustice and systemic inequity,
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