ESG stands for 'environmental, social, and governance'. An ESG screening excludes a list of criteria designed to identify companies that have exposure to unsustainable products or services, which are then omitted from our portfolio. Exclusions are based on revenue screening with companies earning 5%◊ or more revenue from direct 'Big 5' products and service offerings excluded from investment. The 'Big 5' is made up of tobacco, gambling, adult entertainment, weapons, and nuclear power.
The Planet-Wise ILTD offering excludes these sectors — so, along with being linked to stock performance, your ILTD investment includes ESG considerations.