What is greenwashing & what does it have to do with ESG?

When it comes to ESG, the concept of greenwashing gets tricky. Here’s why.

Though the definition of greenwashing seems straightforward, greenwashing claims are often levied by individual observers—not regulatory bodies. Because ESG investing takes many forms, accusations of greenwashing can understandably lead to frustration and confusion.

In this video, PitchBook Analyst Anikka Villegas—who specializes in fund strategies and sustainable investing—examines how these two concepts are related. To dig even deeper, download a copy of Anikka’s recent ESG report: https://pitchbook.com/news/reports/q1-2023-pitchbook-analyst-note-concerns-about-and-criticisms-of-esg