Corporate citizenship. The term rolls off the tongue, allowing for both appreciation and intrigue. Just how “citizen” are corporations?

Of all the environmental issues within the fast growing realm of ESG, carbon emission reductions are the most recognized, and measured. As a result, more investors are tracking the carbon intensity of their portfolios and are using the carbon tracking data to help with their investment decision-making process. Read on to learn more about how this works and why it matters. 

ESG measures the societal and sustainability impact of every business activity. Investors are now looking to responsibly invest in companies that manage their impact on the environment and society at large. To serve this need of investors. We took a look at the Utilities industry, to understand the best performers. Read on to learn how industry leaders like PPL Corporation, NextEra Energy, Ameren Corporation, CenterPoint Energy, Pinnacle West Capital Corporation demonstrate a well-managed company, with low ESG controversy risk.

Positive screens are powerful filtering tools with which to identify companies which are ticking certain investment boxes. One box we are often asked about is companies which are taking action to clean our oceans. Given the extent of the environmental challenges facing our oceans, many investors are interested in which corporates are making a difference. The good news is there are companies within the S&P 500 who are helping in this area. Read on to discover who’s doing the good work.