Through sustainable investing, investors gain exposure to a diversified portfolio that, at its core, consciously considers the impact of their investments on the planet, society, and the governance of the companies that they invest in. This is typically achieved through Investing in companies that take ESG issues into consideration. ESG factors look at the effects a company has on the environment, society in addition to how well it operates from a governance perspective. Placing a focus on ESG factors as well as the return profile of companies, helps to identify assets that are better prepared for the future and that are likely to be able to operate successfully both now and sustainably over the long term.