Impact
Investing for a Just, Equitable, and Sustainable World
Our Impact is Threefold
We urge portfolio companies to protect the earth’s natural resources and minimize environmental risks through sustainable practices: reducing resource use, transitioning to net-zero carbon emissions, conserving water, and working towards a circular economy.
Two decades of climate leadership
0% direct investment in fossil fuels
80% fewer emissions among investment strategies
58 banks engaged on climate risk
Our investment strategies seek companies that respect workers as assets rather than costs, promoting human rights, equity, and non-discrimination around the world.
39 companies engaged on racial equity
Voted against 70 companies on gender or racial board diversity
GlaxoSmithKline committed to increasing female representation in senior roles to over 37%.
Engaged Hoya on human rights policies resulting in the establishment of a helpline accessible to all workers.
As advocates for fair, inclusive, and accountable corporate culture, we encourage companies to adopt ethical, transparent policies on hiring, pay, and political involvement.
95 companies engaged on COVID-19 response
44 corporate policies, processes, or products improved through our engagements
10 shareholder resolutions filed in the U.S.
Voted in favor of 70% of 116 ESG shareowner proposals at 56 companies
Active Investor Impact Update
In the closing months of 2022, our women leaders continued to honor our heritage as a women-owned and women-led business. This edition of the Active Investor Impact Update highlights more of the impactful work and thought leadership from Boston Common’s women in the fourth quarter.
