Summary of Why ESG is the future of investing

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The video discusses the importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors when investing, and provides a brief overview of UOB's sustainable investing website.

• 00:00:00 The video discusses the benefits of sustainability investing, which has become more common in recent years. The hosts discuss how individuals can help contribute to the sustainability of the world by taking small, incremental actions.
• 00:05:00 The speaker discusses the benefits of sustainable investing, citing a 54-basis-point return increase on average over a five-year period. He also warns of a possible capital crunch if companies do not embrace sustainable practices.
• 00:10:00 The video discusses the future of investing, specifically looking at ESG (environment, social, and governance) factors. It explains that while money is going towards electric vehicles, there are some aspects of the Eevee industry that are not sustainable, and thatSingaporeans and Asians are increasingly adopting EVs. Jonathan and the presenter discuss the importance of battery technology and the mining of cobalt, and the presenter emphasises the need for innovation in the industry.
• 00:15:00 The speaker discusses how ESG investing is the future of investing, citing examples of industries that are growing more sustainably in the future. They also discuss how this will help align investors with government agendas and help them to better understand the financial performance of companies.
• 00:20:00 The video discusses the importance of ESG investing, and explains that as the industry matures, more and more institutions are providing this type of investment advice. It also discusses the importance of having a clear set of values when it comes to investing, and how finding the right institution can help you align your financial objectives with your sustainability objectives. Finally, the video provides a few resources for those interested in learning more about ESG investing.
• 00:25:00 The video discusses the importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors when investing, and provides a brief overview of UOB's sustainable investing website.