1、2019 ESG IMPACT REPORTPrincipled Investing.WELCOMEWilliam H.Apfel Executive Managing Director&Chief Investment OfficerAmy D.Augustine Director of ESG InvestingWILLIAM H.APFEL,CFAExecutive Managing Director&Chief Investment OfficerAMY D.AUGUSTINEDirector of ESG InvestingWe are proud to welcome you to
2、 our 2019 ESG Impact Report.For the first time,we summarize impact initiatives and outcomes across the firm under our new unified name,Boston Trust Walden Company.In keeping with our tagline,“Principled Investing,”this report demonstrates our commitment to an investment philosophy and approach that
3、emphasizes business sustainability.We believe the integration of environmental,social,and governance(ESG)considerations is critical to managing risk and producing sustainable returns.Boston Trust Walden has a strong track record of effective engagement with portfolio companies.We remain committed to
4、 achieving impact in our core focus areas:climate,equality,and governance.This report shows industry-leading measurements and disclosure on the reach and impact of our initiatives across investment strategies for all clients.We also report on our company proxy voting practices,which reflect our beli
5、ef that positive ESG performance contributes to long-term business success.Recognizing that not all issues are adequately addressed on a company-by-company basis,we advocate for smart public policies on complex topics such as climate and employment equality.We bring an investor voice to public polic
6、y debates through direct testimony and participation in collaborative initiatives.Finally,we strive to set uniform standards and help define leading practices through active participation in organizations like the Principles for Responsible Investment(PRI)and the Sustainability Accounting Standards