The resistance from states towards ESG finance offers important insights for enhancing AI.
AI’s Energy Demand and Economic Implications Artificial intelligence is reshaping much more than just jobs and international relationships; it’s also becoming one of the most energy-intensive technologies we’ve seen. It’s pretty alarming, really. With the power grid already under strain, AI is making things even more complicated. According to recent estimates from the International Energy […]
Missouri investigates proxy firms for focusing on DEI and ESG instead of returns
Missouri AG Launches Investigation into Proxy Advisory Firms Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey initiated an investigation this week into two prominent proxy advisory companies, accusing them of violating state consumer protection laws. He claims these companies mislead consumers regarding their priorities, particularly when it comes to putting ideology over investor returns. In a civil request […]
Lawsuit against ESG might weaken Trump’s plans to revive the coal industry
Recent developments regarding a coal company’s bankruptcy reveal the tensions between various federal and state objectives, as well as regulations and market dynamics. This situation underscores the necessity for a solid and comprehensive policy to assist the president in achieving his energy goals, notably those associated with Donald Trump’s Energy Agenda. Throughout his campaigns, President […]
BlackRock taken off Texas investment blacklist after changing ESG policies
BlackRock Removed from Texas Investment Blacklist BlackRock has been taken off Texas’s investment blacklist, a decision tied to its relatively controversial climate commitments. This change, announced by Texas Secretary Glenn Heger on Tuesday, lifts a three-year ban that barred state pension and investment funds from partnering with the asset manager due to its environmental, social, […]
State treasurer explains why financial officials should fight against ESG and DEI.
Push Against ESG and DEI in Utah In a discussion about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) alongside environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, financial officials from various states, including Utah, are raising concerns. They emphasize the need to refocus on traditional market and fiduciary responsibilities, arguing that ESG may distract from these key priorities. One […]
The ESG Deception Underlying the U.S. Plastics Pact
In recent times, corporate alliances have taken center stage in environmental policymaking, particularly through public-private partnerships aimed at promoting Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives, which promise systemic change. A notable example is the U.S. Plastics Pact (USPP). At a glance, it appears to be a favorable initiative aimed at mitigating plastic pollution. However, businesses […]
Congressman Andy Barr to introduce bill to curb ‘woke’ ESG investing by state pension funds
Republican lawmakers aim to curb so-called “awakening investments” by forcing pension funds to focus purely on profits, even if conservative groups accuse pension managers of “politicizing” with American savings. Rep. Andy Barr (R-Ky.) is to introduce a new bill to force retirement funds to focus on maximizing returns, rather than environmental, social and governance goals […]
Majority of Americans Oppose ESG as State Financial Officers Fight Against It
The majority of Americans are opposed to controversial environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies, and state finance officials around the country are committed to the fight, Breitbart News has learned exclusively. A survey conducted by TargetPoint exclusively acquired by Breitbart News found that 56% of Americans agreed that “ESG is a highly subjective, politically charged […]
America Has to Fight Back Against the Climate Change, ‘ESG Mafia’
Kentucky businessman and potential Senate Republican candidate Nate Morris Saturday Breitbart News The US said it must fight back against the environmental, social and governance (ESG) “mafia,” pointing out how wide Wall Street companies push left-wing policies against businesses. Morris spoke Saturday Breitbart News Host Matthew Boyle believes the Senate could replace retired Sen. Mitch […]
JOHN STOSSEL: Woke ESG Culture Going Down In Flames During Trump Era
“Sustainability” investment became popular a few years ago. So -called experts have stated that companies should not concentrate only on profits. They should work more for “good”. All the funds to promote ESG (environment, society, governance) were all angry. A huge investment company like a black rock has put pressure on hiring more women and […]