What are ESG Investments? Investing with a Purpose

What if your investments could do more than just make money? What if they could also support companies that are making the world a better place? That's the idea behind ESG investing. It's a way to grow your wealth while aligning your portfolio with your personal values.

What Does ESG Stand For?

ESG is a framework used to evaluate a company's performance on three key pillars:

• (E)nvironmental: How does the company impact the planet? This looks at things like its carbon footprint, pollution, and use of renewable energy.
• (S)ocial: How does the company treat people? This includes its employee relations, diversity and inclusion policies, customer data privacy, and impact on the local community.
• (G)overnance: How is the company run? This examines its leadership, executive pay, internal controls, and shareholder rights. Is it transparent and accountable?

Why Does ESG Investing Matter?

For a growing number of investors, especially young people, profit is no longer the only goal. They want to know that their money isn't supporting industries or practices they disagree with. ESG investing allows you to "vote with your dollars" by backing companies that are committed to sustainability and ethical practices.

But it's not just about feeling good. Many studies show that companies with strong ESG practices can be better long-term investments. They often have lower risk, stronger brand reputations, and are better positioned for the future.

The Future of Investing at Elivo

At Elivo, we believe that purpose-driven investing is the future. We are actively exploring how to integrate ESG options and themes into our platform.

Our goal is to give you the choice to invest in a way that reflects your values. We want to make it simple for you to build a portfolio that you can be proud of, both financially and ethically. Join our waitlist to stay updated on our progress and be the first to know when these features become available.