Recently, Erika Pagel, CIO of Sustainable Investing, and Elizabeth Hiss, Sustainable Investment Analyst, spoke with Susan Traver, Senior Advisor, about how new initiatives in Washington D.C. may intersect with ESG portfolios. The incoming Biden Administration has pledged a dramatically different environmental strategy from its predecessor and is prepared to execute this ambitious agenda with a sense of urgency.
The team discussed tax-exempt investment opportunities, areas facing challenges and proposed policies and their potential effect on the overall investment market – with particular attention on sustainable and socially responsible companies.
After watching this video, you will:
- Understand how the Biden Administration’s environmental policy could possibly impact your tax-exempt investment strategy
- Be able to effectively discuss the potential changes that may occur within your investment policy statements with your Investment Advisor and Board
- Understand the growth opportunities and challenges of different market sectors
Please see below for a recording of the discussion (download transcript).
Tax Exempt Portfolios
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