How to Battle Climate Change With an ETF

The video discusses the issue of climate change and how ETF providers are responding by launching products that track the MSCI ACWI Low Carbon Target Index. This index aims to provide global exposure while reducing carbon footprint by screening out high-emission companies. The video compares two ETFs that track this index, highlighting their performance, cost-effectiveness, and appeal to socially conscious investors, including the United Nations.

What is the primary focus of the two ETFs launched recently?

• Focusing on high carbon footprint companies

• Investing in technology startups

• Investing in clean energy companies

• Tracking the MSCI ACWI Low Carbon Target Index

What does the MSCI ACWI Index represent?

• A focus on emerging markets

• A global index with a mix of US and international stocks

• A regional index for Europe

• An index for technology companies

How does the Low Carbon Target Index differ from the standard MSCI ACWI?

• It includes more technology companies

• It reduces the weight of companies with high carbon emissions

• It focuses solely on US companies

• It excludes all energy companies

What is the expense ratio of the ETFs discussed?

• 0.50 basis points

• 0.20 basis points

• 0.75 basis points

• 1.00 basis points

Why did the United Nations invest in both ETFs?

• To promote socially and environmentally conscious investments

• To diversify into emerging markets

• To support technology innovation

• To focus on high-risk, high-reward investments