
Business Dec 26, 2021
How 2021 became the year of ESG investing
Major wins for ESG investors pushing for changes at companies this year included the replacement of three directors at Exxon Mobil.
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Major wins for ESG investors pushing for changes at companies this year included the replacement of three directors at Exxon Mobil.
The deal announced late Saturday pushes countries to reassess business strategies and carbon footprints to reap monetary rewards, or lag and risk losses.
Georgia's decision last month to strengthen identification requirements for absentee ballots drew condemnation from many U.S. companies this week, including Microsoft Corp. and Citigroup.
The moves highlight the challenges for brands trying to maintain their business ties amid rising tensions.
Shareholder votes on climate are likely to win more support than in previous years from asset managers seeking clarity on how executives plan to adapt and prosper in a low-carbon world.