Tools and Tactics

The video discusses sustainable finance, addressing misconceptions about its demand in the market. It highlights how companies are evaluated on sustainability metrics by organizations like Bloomberg and Reuters. The importance of sustainability in finance is emphasized, noting its growing role in public companies and supply chains. The video also explores tools for Socially Responsible Investing (SRI), including environmental screening, shareholder activism, and community impact investing.

What is a common misconception about sustainable finance metrics?

• They are only about environmental issues.

• They are not being asked by anyone.

• They are only relevant to small companies.

• They are not tracked by any organizations.

Which organizations are mentioned as evaluating companies on sustainability metrics?

• Amazon and Microsoft

• Bloomberg and Reuters

• Tesla and SpaceX

• Google and Facebook

What is the role of CDP and GRI in sustainability metrics?

• They create financial reports.

• They ask questions and track sustainability data.

• They manage stock exchanges.

• They provide legal advice.

What is one of the traditional methods of SRI investing?

• Buying government bonds

• Negative screening of sin stocks

• Investing in technology stocks

• Investing in real estate

What is a bottom-up approach in SRI investing?

• Focusing on international markets

• Community development and micro-lending

• Investing in large corporations

• Investing in luxury goods