Pioneers in #impactInvestment, #ESG, and shareholder engagement. Past Board-member #ICCR. #SRI #ImpInv (retweet≠endorsement)
Joined April 2010
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28 Dec 2025
#CNN repeatedly interrupts useful programming for idiotic and nonsensical “breaking news“ on non-news involving Trump.
In the CNN app, go to “settings“ then to “app feedback“ to express displeasure with these policies.
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23 Apr 2025
On this Earth Day, we reflect on the profound guidance of Pope Francis, who said, “To be protectors of God’s handiwork is not an option.”
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31 Mar 2025
"At a time of growing backlash to environmental, social and governance goals and investment strategies, pension funds, particularly in blue states and Europe, have emerged as a bulwark against efforts to sideline climate-related risks."
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26 Mar 2025
Delaware lawmakers caved to Musk and Zuckerberg yesterday, passing #SB21, a bill that strips small shareholders of many rights to hold billionaire CEOs accountable. The governor has already signed it into law.
#corporateaccountability #shareholderrights
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1 Jan 2025
Newground filed a shareholder proposal with Tesla that calls for disclosure of its corporate political spending. Transparency on "dark money" would foster trust with shareholders, improve oversight & protect democracy. newground.net/blog/sharehold…
#ESG #SustainableInvesting
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1 Jan 2025
Newground filed a shareholder proposal that calls on Amazon to address misalignment between its public commitments on climate action, versus the company's political and "dark money" lobbying that undermine those commitments. newground.net/blog/amazon-sh…
#ESG #SustainableInvesting
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31 Dec 2024
To reduce risk and improve oversight related to pollution and human rights abuses, Newground filed a shareholder proposal that calls on Chevron to lower the threshold to convene a special meeting of stockholders. newground.net/blog/sharehold… #ImpactInvesting #SustainableInvesting
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29 May 2023
Dear Chevron shareholders: Please vote FOR proposal #12 "Independent Board Chair" on the 2023 proxy. Chevron should follow best practices and separate the roles of CEO and board chair.
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#corpgov #esg #impinv #sustinv #shareholderengagement @Iamscottiet
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Bruce Herbert, AIF retweeted
20 Apr 2023
ESG success = financial success.
It's not rocket science, it's just paying attention to what matters. Here's yet another study (this one from @BainAlerts) showing why ESG is here for the long term. ow.ly/MMYj104Erob
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9 Apr 2023
Whenever money moves it has an impact. Here are 5 key strategies to make the impact of your wealth more positive for people and the planet.
newground.net/insights/how-w…
#ESG #SRI #ImpInv #SustInv #humanizingwealth #humanizewealth
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Bruce Herbert, AIF retweeted
6 Apr 2023
Advice for biz leaders re anti-ESG debate: When facing the forces of illogic and intolerance, stand up and show your employees and other stakeholders that it’s unacceptable for your business, for your values, and for society. Develop your courage muscle.hbr.org/2023/04/why-business…
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Bruce Herbert, AIF retweeted
6 Apr 2023
🚨NYC Comptroller just announced a plan to reach net-zero emissions in New York City's pension investment portfolios by 2040, making it one of the first pension systems in the US with a concrete plan. 👏👏👏 🚨ow.ly/F1eW104BT5O
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.@USDOL responded to a Texas lawsuit challenging its ESG rule, arguing the rule does not require using #ESG factors but solely permits it. Any decrease in #FossilFuel industry investment would be b/c fiduciaries weighed the risks & returns! @PLANSPONSOR
bit.ly/3nQblr0
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More data on the booming #SustainableInvesting and #ESG industry!
Across ESG debt, equity and multi-asset funds, net inflows hit $25.5 billion, the best quarter since early 2022!
bit.ly/3nSkdwr from @Reuters @reuterstommy and Patturaja Murugaboopathy
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96% of companies have publicly available policies on #HumanRights and have undertaken ongoing human rights due diligence. But progress is still needed for real and tangible impacts to be made!
Read more from @ESGClarity here: bit.ly/3zC1LdZ
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7 Apr 2023
On March 24, the WA Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of a state long-term capital gains tax – long sought by progressive tax policy advocates. If you are an investor living in Washington State, here's what you need to know.
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Bruce Herbert, AIF retweeted
24 Mar 2023
Just out - #ProxyPreview the insiders guide to 500 #ESG shareholder proposals. 40 guest authors on #ClimateCrisis #Diversity #HumanRights #Lobbying, #EqualPay #CorpGov #ChildSafety #BigOil #BigTech #antiESG attacks more. @Si2News @AsYouSow @Proxy_Impact proxypreview.org
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24 Mar 2023
Newground Social Investment is proud to join the hundreds of investors and companies calling on U.S. policymakers to protect the freedom to invest responsibly.
Learn more about the statement: freedomtoinvest.org
#FreedomToInvest #ESG #SRI #ImpInv #SustInv
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