When we think of ethical investing, we often imagine aligning our financial decisions with our values. Avoiding harm, promoting sustainability, and supporting positive change are powerful motivators for investors who want to make a difference in the world. But what happens when those values come into conflict with pressing national and global security concerns? This … Continue reading Is Ethical Investing Good for Our Security?
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The Financial Ecologist: How Big an Issue is Greenwashing?
As sustainable investing gains traction, the issue of greenwashing has become a significant concern. Regulators in the UK and EU have introduced regimes to help consumers understand the true sustainable objectives of the funds they invest in. This effort is crucial as it ensures that what is promised to investors aligns with the actual practices … Continue reading The Financial Ecologist: How Big an Issue is Greenwashing?
The Growing Concern of Impact-Washing in Social Investing
The Growing Concern of Impact-Washing in Social Investing At the Academy of Life Planning, we are dedicated to fostering transparency, integrity, and true social value in financial planning. Recently, a thought-provoking article by Mick McAteer of the Financial Inclusion Centre has brought to light a significant issue in the social investing sector: impact-washing. As champions … Continue reading The Growing Concern of Impact-Washing in Social Investing
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