Tom Steyer on Backlash to ESG: We Will Win

The video discusses the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework and its perception as a partisan issue. It highlights that while ESG is politically divisive, a significant portion of Republican voters support robust climate action. The video also addresses concerns from businesses about competition from new industries, emphasizing that such competition is a natural part of capitalism. The speaker argues that their approach aligns with capitalist principles, focusing on market-driven solutions and investments. The video concludes by contrasting genuine capitalism with performative politics, advocating for market-based changes.

What is the general sentiment among Republican voters regarding a robust climate response from the US government?

How do businesses perceive the competition from new industries in relation to climate response?

In what way does the speaker suggest that their approach will succeed in the marketplace?

What does the speaker believe is the relationship between capitalism and the investments being made?

What distinction does the speaker make between capitalism and performative politics?