With regulators showing increased interest in ESG factors (Environmental Social Governance) being integrated into pension investment, what are the marketing implications?
Ethical and green investing remains a niche market, albeit one that appeals to millennials. Should pension providers see ESG as a marketing positive, or an investment distraction and regulatory burden? Do customers care about ESG - do they even understand it and will they pay more for funds incorporating these factors?
Our expert panel looks at the latest responsible investing trend.
SPEAKERS:
Bill Hartnett, ESG Stewardship Director, Aberdeen Standard Investments
Caroline Hopper, Senior Writer and Workshop Leader, The Quietroom
Daniela Silcock, Head of Policy Research, Pensions Policy Institute