The Responsible Investor Handbook

This is the first book to align the investment priorities of working people with capital stewards and the financial complex that manages their assets. It is essential for capital stewards seeking the positive outcomes of a responsible investment strategy and investors looking to realign their strategies with the interests of workers and citizens.

Introduction Section A: The momentum toward responsible investments I. Responsible investments in the USII. The global responsible investment movement and the launch of the UN PRI Section B: Pension fund management, governance and fiduciary considerations III. Pension fund management IV. Pension fund structures and governance V. Reclaiming fiduciary duty Section C: Responsible investment approaches and asset allocation VI. Responsible corporate governance and active ownership VII. Investing responsibly across traditional asset classes VIII. Responsible alternative investments Section D: Implementation and measurement IX. Selection and implementation of desired responsible approaches X. Criteria for evaluating responsible investment performance Conclusion: Renewing the real economy, restoring retirement trust Appendix A: Glossary Appendix B: Important links Appendix C: Responsible investment support organizations About the authors Acknowledgments