To engage or not to engage

socially responsible investing

Ethical fund managers air their views on the engagement strategy and its efficacy, citing real examples from past negotiations

Ethical investment has come a long way since its religious origins with pioneers such as Methodist Church founder John Wesley in the 18th century. Britain's socially responsible investment (SRI) managers are now world beaters. They are keen to impress with their principles, techniques and credentials. The question is whether their engagement techniques are changing the ways of the world's corporations. In a September report issued by the European SRI trade body, Eurosif, London is now a world centre for expertise in both sustainable finance and corporate social responsibility consulting. ...