ESG McGill

By ESG Analyst Chloe Stoneburgh It is well-accepted that the collaboration of finance and sustainability will be an essential intersection for the transition to a greener economy. The growing demand for the integration of ethical considerations into the investment process has led to a proliferation of social finance approaches (Investopedia). Yet, as the mainstream movements …

Debunking Social Finance: The Differences Between ESG, SRI, and Impact Investing Read More »

By ESG Analyst Casey Luk In recent years, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have gained prominence on the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda. Within organizational contexts, this trend is reflected in the diversity of the workforce, encompassing aspects such as race, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, and more. However, one crucial aspect missing from the ESG …

Breaking Down Barriers: Inclusivity and Accessibility Gaps in Modern Transit Systems Read More »

By ESG Analyst Cameron Toy Kluger In late September, Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt unveiled plans to begin construction of a new $5B battery plant outside of Montreal. The massive 170-hectare site will produce cells for electric vehicles and claims to feature “100% fossil-free energy powering production.” With plans to open in 2026, Northvolt expects the factory to …

$5 Billion Gigafactory Pledges to Bring Sustainable Batteries to Canada: Is There Cause for Concern? Read More »

By ESG Analyst Jonah Leduc The lack of convergence across companies and geographies on ranking Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) impacts has posed a significant challenge within sustainable investing and corporate reporting. Notably, over the last several years, sustainability and ESG practices have integrated deeper into the corporate reporting landscape and have become a requirement …

A New Convergence of ESG Standards Across Governments and Corporations Read More »

By ESG Analyst Sabah Sultan SHEIN’s branded trip raises questions about manufacturing and supply chain management practices SHEIN, one of the biggest online fast fashion retailers of today, invited influencers on a trip to their manufacturing sites in Guangzhou, China this past summer. The entire event has caused some uproar and raised questions once again …

Stitched in Controversy: Navigating the Ethical Threads of Fast Fashion Through Governance and Supply Chain Management Read More »

By ESG Analyst Alexis Legault-Toffoli In recent years, everyday consumption has discreetly transitioned. Previously, we would generally buy goods and services as a one-time purchase. Today, a growing number of those same goods and services are obtained through subscription services.  Corporations are finding innovative ways of incorporating subscription models into our regular consumption. For instance, …

What is the Subscription Economy? Read More »

By ESG Analyst Tanguy Montandon September is a fructuous month for the European industry and its transition towards net-zero emissions. Despite an economically challenging environment due to rising interest rates, Verkor was recently able to secure 2 billion euros to build a battery giga-factory in Dunkerque, France. Made possible with investments from institutional funds (such …

Billions of Euros Raised: Europe on a Sustainable Re-Industrialization Path Read More »

By ESG Analyst Lars Tum Introduction  Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values play a vital role in today’s financial investments and political decisions. But increasingly, these aspects also are applied in major infrastructure projects. However, ESG aspects were already implied in infrastructure planning before it even existed as today’s definition of ESG.   By transitioning from …

ESG Integration in Infrastructure Development Read More »

By ESG Analyst Fanny Graffin Bustling centers of modern life, cities in the world stand as vibrant hubs of innovation, culture, and opportunity. Pulsed with the energy of millions, they are at the forefront of a global transformation, grappling with a multitude of new challenges. How can cities accommodate rapidly growing populations without straining resources? …

How ESG is Revolutionizing City Governance Read More »

By ESG McGill Analyst Max Bendjaballah Quebecers have expressed their desire to see policymakers transform the province into a greener economy. Climate advocates and many academics in the province want to follow Amsterdam’s lead in prioritizing well-being in the decision-making process. While the concept of green growth sounds appealing, many scientists have proven it unworkable …

ESG and the Doughnut Economic Model Read More »