Work with thought leaders and academic experts in Responsible Investment

Companies can benefit from collaborating with academic researchers in the field of Responsible Investment in several ways. Firstly, researchers can provide valuable insights and analysis on sustainable investment practices, helping companies make informed decisions. Secondly, researchers can conduct studies and assessments to evaluate the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance of companies, enabling them to identify areas for improvement. Thirdly, researchers can help companies develop and implement responsible investment strategies, aligning their investments with their sustainability goals. Additionally, academic researchers can contribute to thought leadership by publishing research papers and articles, enhancing a company's reputation in the field. Lastly, collaboration with researchers can foster innovation and knowledge exchange, leading to the development of new responsible investment approaches and solutions.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in Responsible Investment include Anna Young-Ferris, and Jacquelyn Humphrey.

Anna Young-Ferris

21 Years Experience
ESG Investment Researcher - University of Sydney Business School
Education

University of Sydney

PhD, Responsible Investment / ESG Accounting / 2014

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

University of Sydney

BS (Honours), Economics / 2001

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Experience

The University of Sydney

Academic / February, 2010 — Present

Principles for Responsible Management Education - USyd

Lead Academic / 2017 — Present

Self-Employed

Vedic Meditation / 2018 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Responsible investment
Other Research Expertise (10)
ESG integration
Carbon risk
Sustainability accounting
Responsible management education
Accounting
And 5 more
About
Dr. Anna Young-Ferris is a sustainability and climate change accounting specialist bringing two decades of academic (research and lecturing) and corporate experience. She worked as a climate change and sustainability professional at Ernst & Young and joined academia in 2010 to pursue her research in the field and was awarded her PhD in Responsible Investment in 2014. Her award-winning PhD study examined the integration of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) accounting information in mainstream investment decisions, and she continues to focus and publish her research in the fields of responsible investment, corporate sustainability, and responsible management education. Anna has presented her research at numerous international settings including Harvard University, the London School of Economics and HEC Paris.

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Jacquelyn Humphrey

13 Years Experience
ESG Researcher | University of Queensland Business School
Education

University of Queensland

PhD, UQ Business School / June, 2008

Brisbane
Experience

University of Queensland

Associate Professor in Finance / September, 2016 — Present

Senior lecturer / January, 2014 — August, 2016

Australian National University

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer / January, 2010 — December, 2013

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Responsible Investment
Other Research Expertise (8)
ESG
Sustainability
Law
Economics and Econometrics
Business and International Management
And 3 more
About
Jacquelyn's main research interest is in how environmental, social and governance factors impact on investment decision-making for investors and corporations. She also has an active interdisciplinary research agenda in sustainability more broadly. She also has a research interest in funds management. Jacquelyn has published in well-regarded international finance journals including *Journal of Corporate Finance*, *Journal of Banking and Finance* and *Journal of Business Ethics*, as well as in journals outside of finance including *Nature Climate Change*, *Global Environmental Change* and *Journal of Cleaner Production*.She has been the recipient of AFAANZ research grants and numerous internal grants. She was a Vice President of the Financial Research Network, where she oversaw a program of career development for academic women in finance. Jacquelyn has received a BEL Faculty Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning or Experience - Commendation award and a UQ Business School Dean's award for Impactful Leadership.

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Example Responsible Investment projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on Responsible Investment?

Assessing ESG Performance in the Energy Sector

An academic researcher can collaborate with an energy company to assess its ESG performance and identify areas for improvement. This can help the company enhance its sustainability practices and attract socially responsible investors.

Developing a Responsible Investment Framework for a Financial Institution

An academic researcher can work with a financial institution to develop a comprehensive responsible investment framework. This framework can guide the institution in making sustainable investment decisions and aligning its investments with ESG criteria.

Analyzing the Impact of Responsible Investment on Company Performance

An academic researcher can analyze the relationship between responsible investment practices and company performance. This can provide valuable insights to companies on the financial benefits of integrating ESG factors into their investment strategies.

Studying the Effectiveness of Shareholder Engagement in Promoting Responsible Investment

An academic researcher can study the effectiveness of shareholder engagement in promoting responsible investment practices. This research can help companies understand the importance of engaging with shareholders and stakeholders to drive sustainable change.

Evaluating the Social Impact of Responsible Investment in Developing Countries

An academic researcher can evaluate the social impact of responsible investment in developing countries. This research can provide companies with insights on how their investments can contribute to positive social outcomes and sustainable development.