In this episode of the Inspired Money Live Stream Podcast, we discuss how sustainable investing can create positive change in the world. Our panel of experts—Tensie Whelan, Charly Kleissner, and Andrew Behar—share their insights on aligning investment strategies with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles to make a meaningful impact.

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Sustainable Investing: Making an Impact with Your Portfolio

Innovative Approaches to Sustainable Investing

Sustainable investing is more than a financial strategy; it's a way to drive change. This episode, “Sustainable Investing: Making an Impact with Your Portfolio,” focuses on how investing with purpose can lead to significant benefits for both investors and society. Our panelists discuss the nuances of sustainable investing, the differences between various ESG strategies, and the practical challenges and opportunities in this field.

🕒 Episode Insights

    • Panelist Introductions: Meet Tensie Whelan, Charly Kleissner, and Andrew Behar, and learn about their backgrounds and expertise.
    • What is Sustainable Investing?: Understand the basic concepts, including the distinctions between SRI, impact investing, and ESG.
    • Evolution and Importance: Charly Kleissner discusses the development of impact investing and the importance of consciousness in investment decisions.
    • Financial Performance and ESG: Tensie Whelan explains how ESG factors can influence financial performance and the challenges in measuring ESG metrics.
    • Political Influence and ESG: Andrew Behar shares insights on the political landscape and its impact on ESG investing. 

      Evaluating Impact and Performance

      Evaluating the impact and performance of sustainable investments requires robust frameworks and accurate data. This segment covers various methods for measuring ESG impact and the importance of transparency in reporting.

      • Frameworks for Impact Measurement: Learn about different approaches to assessing the social and environmental impact of investments.
      • Challenges with ESG Metrics: The panel discusses the complexities and limitations of current ESG metrics and reporting standards.
      • ESG Strategies in Practice: Examples of how ESG strategies are implemented in sectors like the automotive industry and the data sources used to assess financial returns on sustainability.

      Challenges in Sustainable Investing

      Despite its potential, sustainable investing faces several challenges, including data availability and the risk of greenwashing. Our experts share strategies to navigate these issues and ensure investments truly align with sustainability goals.

      • Data Availability and Greenwashing: Understand the importance of accurate data and how to avoid misleading claims in sustainable investing.
      • Shareholder Engagement: Andrew Behar emphasizes the role of shareholder advocacy in driving corporate responsibility.
      • Assessing Company Sustainability: Tips on how to critically evaluate a company's sustainability practices and the use of ESG data.

      Technology in Sustainable Investing

      Technology plays a critical role in advancing sustainable investing. This segment explores how big data and AI can enhance ESG analysis and the ethical considerations involved.

      • AI and Big Data: Benefits and challenges of using AI and big data to improve ESG analysis and drive a regenerative economy.
      • Tokenization of Impact: Innovative approaches like tokenized marketplaces for impact insights and their potential in sustainable investing.

      Future Trends in Sustainable Investing

      The future of sustainable investing is bright, with growing recognition of its importance and potential. Our panelists share their views on future trends and the steps investors can take to contribute to a more sustainable economy.

      Introduction to Sustainable Investing: Our host provides an overview of sustainable investing and its importance in today's market.

      • Growing Recognition of Sustainability: Trends indicating the increasing importance of sustainability in investment decisions.
      • Systems Transformation: Charly Kleissner discusses the need for systemic change and the transition to a regenerative economy.
      • Investor Action: Encouragement for investors to take action and align their portfolios with sustainable goals.

     

Engage with Us

We invite you to engage with us in this thought-provoking discussion on sustainable investing. Share your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for future topics. Let's work together to make a positive impact with our investments and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Meet Our Guest Panelists

Tensie Whelan is a Distinguished Professor of Practice at NYU Stern and Founding Director of the Center for Sustainable Business. Her expertise in sustainable business practices and leadership in environmental initiatives provides valuable insights into sustainable investing.
Learn more about Tensie

Charly Kleissner, PhD, is a pioneer in impact investing and co-founder of the KL Felicitas Foundation, Toniic, and TWIST. With a background in technology and a passion for values-driven investing, Charly advocates for systemic change in the investment world.
Learn more about Charly

Andrew Behar is the CEO of As You Sow, a leading non-profit organization in shareholder advocacy. His work focuses on driving values-aligned investing and addressing critical issues such as climate change and social equity.
Learn more about Andrew

This blog post is brought to you by Runnymede Capital Management, in collaboration with EaglesVision and the Inspired Money live-stream podcast series,. Discover how you can make an impact with your portfolio by integrating sustainable investing strategies.