Fundamentals of Sustainable Investing

Twenty-first century businesses and investors face a broadening and deepening array of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks and opportunities. Climate change, water scarcity, community conflict, resource depletion, supply chain breakdowns, worker well-being, and economic inequality pose material challenges that make sustainability an imperative for successful corporations and investors. This course examines the theory and practice of sustainable investing. We explore related investment and corporate strategies, industry trends across all asset classes, future scenarios, industry players, and frameworks and while reviewing the viability of practical investment performance analysis, available ESG data, and impact metrics, as well as diversification, geopolitics, and asset allocation considerations. Students may not take both ENVR E-138 and ENVR E-235 for degree or certificate credit.