Fast Company1 week agoLawOklahoma judge halts enforcement of anti-ESG lawThe judge in Oklahoma blocked a state law prohibiting pension systems from investing with companies limiting investments in oil and gas. [ more ]
Dealbreaker4 months agoLawLayoffs Watch '24: BlackRockBlackRock is facing legal action in Tennessee over its ESG activities. Despite facing backlash and lawsuits, BlackRock plans to increase its headcount and is searching for acquisition targets. [ more ]
Amazon Web Services3 weeks agoArtificial intelligenceThe executive's guide to generative AI for sustainability | Amazon Web ServicesOrganizations are increasing investment in sustainability, with generative AI being a valuable tool to accelerate ESG initiatives. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com3 months agoArtificial intelligenceThe Top Takeaways From DavosArtificial intelligence was a major topic of discussion at the World Economic Forum in Davos. While ESG topics took a backseat, climate change was still on the agenda for some attendees. [ more ]
Institutional Investor3 weeks agoMarketingAsset Managers' Brands Are SufferingAsset managers' brands suffered in 2023, decreasing by 25% compared to 2022, with only 25% having positive momentum. [ more ]
The Drum4 months agoMarketingBrands must act to alleviate the pressure on purpose from geopoliticsGeopolitical turmoil is no longer a background issue for marketing, but central to the fight for purpose in advertising. Geopolitical issues are impacting corporate ESG policies and the ability to deliver on purpose missions. [ more ]
App Developer Magazine5 months agoMarketingAIGC marketing will increase in 2024 says Mobvista| App Developer MagazineAIGC is transforming the marketing industry Data privacy protection is essential for building trust ESG factors are important for brand reputation [ more ]
TechCrunch1 month agoVentureBay Bridge Ventures is raising $200M for a new climate fund, filings show | TechCrunchBay Bridge Ventures is raising a new $200 million climate fund, signaling investor optimism in climate tech. [ more ]
TechCrunch1 month agoStartup companiesNew Summit is raising a new $100 million fund to back climate tech and underrepresented fund managers | TechCrunchNew Summit Investments is raising a new $100 million impact fund, marking a significant increase from its previous fund size. The firm focuses on investing in managers supporting startups addressing environmental and social issues. [ more ]
WSJ4 months agoBusinessThe Latest Dirty Word in Corporate America: ESGExecutives are finding new ways to describe corporate initiatives related to environmental, social, and governance efforts. The use of the acronym ESG is being avoided by some business leaders due to investor backlash and legal threats. [ more ]