Ethical Screening

Little under two weeks until WHEB present their Annual Investor Conference, with a lot to digest and explore as the fund begins the journey as a Sustainability Impact labelled fund!

There is less than 1 week to go before the American Election... As the tension builds, the debate over sustainable investing is front and centre. Vice President Harris is pushing for climate action and expanded green policies, while former President Trump is doubling down on his opposition to ESG initiatives. What’s at stake? The future of America’s approach to sustainability, corporate accountability, and economic strategy. We discuss this and more in our latest article... #Sustainability #ESG #AmericanElection

The UK goes coal-free!   The UK has officially ended its reliance on coal-fired power, marking a major milestone in the journey to net-zero emissions.   With the closure of its last remaining coal plant, the nation says goodbye to the most carbon-intensive fossil fuel, advancing the global fight against climate change.   But alternatives like biomass are no silver bullet…   Find out more in our latest blog (Link in comments)   #Sustainability #NetZero #CleanEnergy

In this short video, Castlefield partners David Elton, and John Alexander discuss the attraction of UK smaller companies as they tour the cobbled streets of Castlefield Manchester in a #sustainable, electric taxi.  Find out why an asset allocator might consider UK Smaller Companies as part of a diversified portfolio and learn more about Castlefield's UK Smaller Companies fund. https://lnkd.in/ep_hWJG6 Capital at risk

COP16 is next week…   And it’s all about Biodiversity.   As governments, scientists, and stakeholders gather to discuss and push solutions for biodiversity loss, those in the SRI space are reminded how crucial the topic of biodiversity is..   To both the environment, and the future of #ResponsibleInvestment   (Blog link in the comments ⬇)   #ImpactInvesting #Biodiversity

Is the term 'SRI Space' still used? Or is there another term we can use instead? We are asking all of our #Investment #Sustainability #Impact and #Ethical research professionals - is there another term we should be using?

In this Castlefield stock story, Ellie Walley outlines our engagement with The Gym Group on the topic of gym safety, discussing the policies and procedures in place to foster a safe environment for gym users. https://lnkd.in/ebf5pvGk

#WorldMentalHealthDay2024 Yesterday was World Mental Health Day, a day that shines a spotlight on global mental well-being, both in and out of the workplace. But according to our Sponsors' CCLA Investment Management’s Corporate Mental Health Benchmark Global 100+, only 12 companies out of 119 have improved their performance, since last year. Why? And how do you avoid 'Wellbeing Washing'? #MentalHealth #ResponsibleInvestments P.S. Link to CCLA's Mental Health Benchmark Global 100+ is in the article - so check it out!

What is Ethical Screening? Now that is the question! #Sustainability #EthicalScreening #Investments

In the search for impact, are we overcomplicating matters? 🤔   In this blog, we look at how a company can have impact, in what, is perhaps, a more simple manner.   So, check it out!   Link in the comments ⬇   #Sustainability #ResponsibleInvesting #Impact