The governor will consider passing a law that would bar state colleges or universities in the state from considering ESG-related factors when making an investment decision.
Endowments and foundations have increased their interest in responsible investing practices despite expressing less concern about the economic backdrop, according to the preliminary results of an annual study.
The position leads the investment strategy for the endowment’s private investments portfolio, which includes private equity buyout, growth equity, private real estate, private energy and venture capital.
The university approved adding a small-cap value equity fund and an all-equity ESG fund as fund options for participants within its defined contribution plan this month.