Findings of Chamber Report on Proxy Voting are Challenged
Adam Kanzer of Domini Social Investments analyzes report issued by the US Chamber of Commerce, and
finds questionable methodology and political bias.
Report Suggests that CDFIs are Weathering the Worst of the Economic Crisis
With funding for community development financial institutions a central part of the economic
stimulus, and with renewed interest from individual investors, CDFIs look forward to improved
performance for remainder of 2009.
House Passes Waxman-Markey Clean Energy Bill
American Clean Energy and Security Act seeks to reduce US dependence on oil, invest in clean energy
technologies, and reduce carbon emissions.
Book Review: The Truth about Green Business
Author Gil Friend surveys the current state of sustainable corporations, and provides steps that
companies can take to green their business.
New Investment Indices Will Track Companies Adapting to Low-Carbon Economy
Family of indices developed by the Carbon Disclosure Project and Markit join a growing number of
investment vehicles that include environmental considerations.
Activist Shareowners Tally Victories in 2009 Proxy Season
The Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility and As You Sow report successful shareowner
efforts on resolutions addressing corporate governance, the environment, and human rights.
Lack of Indigenous Rights Policies Puts Companies at Risk
Report finds that few companies engaged in extractive business activities in indigenous lands have
policies that address indigenous rights concerns.
Do Private Equity Buyouts Lead to Improved Corporate Governance?
Report by the Investor Responsibility Research Center Institute finds that governance policies at
buyout-backed companies often reward executives at the expense of shareowners.
