MRI/Social Investments

Announcements
More Robust Data Needed For Sustainable Change Related To Growing Gender Lens Market

New research finds gender equity data reporting for investors remains sparse despite a maturing gender lens investing universe in terms of asset size and sophistication.

12.03.20
Announcements
BlackRock Acquiring Equity Index Manager

BlackRock has agreed to purchase an equity index manager for approximately $1 billion in cash.

11.25.20
Announcements
U.S. Sustainable Investment Sees Impressive Growth Among Managers, Foundations

Transparency in ESG investing from managers is expected to increase as assets under management in the sustainable investment space continue to well, according to recent research.

11.25.20
MRI/Social Investments
Ohio Foundation Launches Impact Fund

An Ohio-based foundation has launched an impact fund focused on housing.

11.25.20
Announcements
Investors Confident In Sustainability Despite Challenges

The sophisticated demands of institutional investors continue to present challenges for the sustainable investment landscape as more allocators consider sustainability within their portfolio, according to new research.

11.19.20
Announcements
Firm Acquires Climate Change Advisory

An investment-related firm has acquired a climate change adaptation advisory services provider.

11.19.20
Announcements
Western Foundation Creates Public-Private Partnership For Utility System

A foundation based in a Western state will lease its steam plant and utility system as part of a public-private partnership and invest a sizeable portion of the deal’s proceeds.

11.19.20
Searches And Hires
Midwest Fund Issues Investment Manager RFI

A local fund based in a Midwest state has issued an RFI seeking investment managers.

11.12.20
MRI/Social Investments
Mercer Launches Climate Change Solution For Investors

Mercer has announced the launch of climate transition analytics and advice for institutional investors.

11.12.20
Surveys/Studies
Managers Increase ESG Integration For Portfolio Opportunities: Survey

Investors are seeking broader information around environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors as they analyze investment opportunities and managers are increasing the use of ESG integration for client portfolios to boost asset growth, according to a recent survey.

11.12.20