Impact Summit America invites global leaders, pioneers and experts of the impact investing universe to share their knowledge and inspiration. Our programme focuses on the impact investments, offering experienced impact investors the stage to share best practices & know-how with their industry peers. Andrew Behar, CEO of As You Sow is a featured speaker.
As the global community unites to combat climate change, the critical role of finance in accelerating the energy transition becomes increasingly evident. Climate Finance Day will bring together leading financial experts, investors, advocates, and innovators to engage in discussions, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations to find solutions.
In striking down Chevron, the Supreme Court has now cut back sharply on the power of federal agencies to interpret the laws they administer— including the SEC. What tools and mechanisms will the SEC use to regulate public markets?
Join us as we explore the fundamentals of sustainable investing, the tools and frameworks for measuring impact, and the technologies driving this transformative approach. Discover how incorporating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors can lead to financial success while contributing to societal well-being. We also address challenges like greenwashing and data gaps, and highlight trends and innovations shaping the future of sustainable investing.
Proxy Preview REVIEW 2024 is a follow-up to the Proxy Preview report released in March. As You Sow works alongside Sustainable Investments Institute and Proxy Impact for this webinar, which will highlight key votes, trends, and strategies concerning climate change, political spending, DEI, human rights, and more. We will also note increasing attacks on shareholder engagement despite minimal investor support. Get ready for Proxy Preview REVIEW 2024!
As You Sow’s new Plastic Promises Scorecard 2024, produced in partnership with b-corp Ubuntoo, ranks 230 companies across 20 industries on key aspects of packaging sustainability, with tangible metrics and deep dives assessing leaders and laggards, and cutting- edge actions. We cover plastic reduction, recyclability, reuse, end-of-life collection, and more.
The Global Food Law (GFL) Summer Conference is being held May 28-30, 2024. Cailin Dendas, E-Health Senior Coordinator for As You Sow, will be speaking on May 28, 2024 from 11-11:45 AM (ET) at the Plenary 1 - Exploring Pesticide Related Risks Session.
A new report from the University of Waterloo, in partnership with As You Sow, has analyzed the historical investment performance and carbon footprint of retirement plans for 12 major U.S. tech companies, and found evidence that employees missed out on billions of dollars by investing in fossil fuels.
Are you committed to justice and sustainability? Do you know if your retirement savings are supporting industries that contradict your values?
This webinar will provide practical guidance for how to ensure your organization’s plan supports an equitable distribution of retirement benefits and unpacks what is possible for organizations who want to collectively harness our retirement investments for social justice.
Companies increasingly are adding climate metrics to their CEO pay packages. However, it is hard to tell if these metrics actually focus on reducing emissions or if they are only a performative box-checking activity. Attend our webinar to learn the indicators of a well-designed link between CEO pay and climate metrics. Find out who are the leaders and laggards among the largest GHG emitting companies in the United States.
Big banks are financing fossil fuel expansion. Your insurance is underwriting the expansion. And your 401(k)/403(b) retirement plan is investing in those companies that are doing the expansion. At this two-hour session, As You Sow's CEO, Andrew Behar. will moderate a conversation with climate finance leaders.
The Freedom Center, in collaboration with the National Review Institute, will host an ESG debate in Phoenix at the Heard Museum.
Get ready for Proxy Preview 2024 — the 20th edition of the insider's guide to environmental, social, and sustainable governance shareholder resolutions is coming to you March 14, 2024.
Join us as we continue to provide the most current data on the companies that are leading the way to a clean energy future.
Join us for the release of our Second Edition of: CAPTURING THE DIVERSITY BENEFIT - Workforce Diversity Linked To Financial Performance
Danielle Fugere, President & Chief Counsel for As You Sow, will speak on November 16th from 10-10:45 AM at the “E＆S proposals: A blunt instrument?” session. Danielle will be joined be Paul Verney, Features Writer, for Responsible Investor and Sanford Lewis, Director, Shareholder Rights Group.
Andy Behar, CEO of As You Sow, will be speaking virtually on November 15th - Trend Talk – The Future of Shareholder Resolutions.
As You Sow invites you to join the webinar and release of our new report and scorecard: Pesticides in the Pantry: Transparency & Risk in Food Supply Chains (3rd edition) on Wednesday, November 8, at 11 a.m. P.T.
Attend our webinar to learn which companies are making progress in reporting its full range of greenhouse gas emissions; which are setting Paris-aligned, Net Zero greenhouse gas reduction targets; and which are reducing emissions in line with climate science.
Danielle Fugere, President & Chief Counsel of As You Sow, will be a featured speaker at Session 26 – Exploring What’s Next for the “E” in ESG on Sunday from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
A discussion with a panel of global experts on best practices and emerging trends regarding banks’ net zero transition plans. Danielle Fugere, President & Chief Counsel of As You Sow, will be speaking.
Andrew Behar, CEO of As You Sow, is a featured speaker for the session, “Impact Contenders and Pretenders: Why Standards Matter” on Monday October 9th at 4:00 p.m. local time.
Andrew Behar, CEO of As You Sow, is a featured speaker for the session, “Divest Invest: As You Sow”, on Saturday October 7th at 2:45 p.m. local time.
Please join As You Sow and host David Fenton for drinks and delicious Jamaican treats as we explore the impact of shareholder power on corporate climate action.
The day will include a range of panels and speakers, covering various topics such as: Oil & Gas Company Viability; How to Manage Bank and Insurance Risk; and Why Do Economists Think an Unlivable Planet is Good for Global GDP?
We hope you will join As You Sow and Cari Rudd for happy hour in Woodley Park for a lively discussion on climate, clean energy transitions, and ways to make a difference with Andrew Behar, CEO.
We hope you will join As You Sow and ImpactPHL for happy hour to learn more about shareholder advocacy, aligning your investments with your values, and inspiring change through corporate action. Come for a lively discussion on climate, clean energy transitions, and ways you can make a difference with Andrew Behar, CEO of As You Sow.
This event will bring together donors, foundations, companies, and investors who are actively engaged in international philanthropy and seeking to propel forward the capacity and impact of their globally minded work.
In this webinar we’ll cover:
Understand the role of shareholder resolutions in promoting corporate accountability, how proxy voting works, and what makes for a successful resolution.
Recent history of shareholder resolutions in Michigan and the Great Lakes.
The importance of the investor community for creating a circular economy, advancing climate leadership, and creating a circular economy.
