Insuring Disaster
Are the world’s largest insurers doing enough to manage social and environmental risks?
About ShareAction
Our vision is a world where ordinary savers and institutional investors work together to ensure our communities and environment are safe and sustainable for all.
Our mission is to unleash the positive potential of the mainstream investment system. To do this:
We’re building a movement for change in our investment system by working with people inside and outside the industry to challenge the status quo;
We’re unlocking the positive potential of the investment system by working with large and small investors to change unsustainable corporate practices;
We’re reforming the investment system by advocating for change in the policies, governance, and incentives that drive behaviours in the investment industry.
What is responsible investment?
Responsible investment is an investment strategy which integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into investment analysis and decisions. It recognises that ESG factors can have an impact on the financial value of an investment and also that investments have an impact on the world around us. A responsible approach to investment recognises that long-term prosperity requires a move away from short-term profit as the only definition of value.
Catch up on the latest news from our community
Investors challenge Deutsche Bank on fossil fuel finance
New data shows insurance giants driving climate change, biodiversity loss and human rights violations
1.5C means no new fossil fuels, says the IEA
The International Energy Agency has announced a new 1.5C scenario which doesn’t allow for any new oil and gas investments. Used right it’s an opportunity for companies and their investors to set a more meaningful road to net-zero.
Three resolutions that show investors are taking notice of health
These resolutions show an increased appetite from investors to focus on the health impacts of their stocks. But progress shouldn’t stop here – investors now have a critical opportunity to build long-term action on health.
Investor engagement on Living Wages at UK supermarkets
As we slowly recover from the pandemic, it’s no longer acceptable for supermarkets to undervalue the key workers who kept us all fed. The spotlight is on food retailers to pay their workers a Living Wage.
Tesco makes further health commitments in response to investor engagement
£140bn investor coalition led by ShareAction drives adoption of landmark health commitments for the grocery sector.
$1.1tn investors call on Morrisons to boost sales of healthy products
Seven investors representing $1.1tn have written to Morrisons ahead of the supermarket’s AGM, calling on the company to boost sales of healthier food and drink products.
HSBC coal phase-out passes but the battle is not won yet
Investors challenge Deutsche Bank on fossil fuel finance
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