SUSTAINABLE INVESTING

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This course introduces the theoretical foundation, empirical evidence, and practice of environmentally and socially responsible investing globally and in China. We will examine the strategies in ESG (environmental, social, and governance) investing and impact investing. We will also discuss how policies, markets, and social norms can mobilize investment in sustainability. We will pay particular attention to the climate finance that stimulates investment in decarbonization and conservation finance that promotes biodiversity conservation in investment activities. The course is a combination of lectures and seminars. ECON 101 is helpful for this class. 002137