Investing in Social Good Is Finally Becoming Profitable (Published 2020)

dollars being invested under the auspice of “doing good” (Social Investment Forum, ii). This approach is designed to make investors feel good about their portfolio investments, typically by screening out companies that sell “bad” products, like cigarettes, alcohol, and nuclear weapons.

A HIP approach to the world’s problems will lead to solutions that are financially attractive, lower overall risk, and improve society.