In a Viewpoint article contributed to Nikkei Asian Review on January 15, 2018 Lauren Compere, Managing Director and Director of Shareowner Engagement at Boston Common Asset Management, explains that “(a)ddressing environmental, social and governance concerns brings higher returns” and argues that “(i)t is now time for investors in Asia to bear ESG principles in mind to hedge against risks.
The article provides an overview of trends in responsible investment in Asia as well as examples of successful Asian companies in the sustainable investment universe.
You may read the article on the Nikkei Asian Review internet site.