How Pension Funds Can Save the Planet: Stewardship vs. ESG | Catherine Howarth (ShareAction)

Trillions of dollars in pension funds hold the power to dictate the future of our planet, yet most of that capital remains passive. In this episode of Radical Truth, host Robert Rubinstein sits down with Catherine Howarth, CEO of ShareAction, to discuss why your retirement savings are a massive lever for climate and social change.

We move beyond simple ESG metrics to discuss the "Radical Truth" about investor stewardship. Catherine explains how ShareAction is holding global banks and retailers accountable through systemic advocacy and why the traditional definition of fiduciary duty is being redefined to include environmental and social outcomes.

Key Insights for Investors:

• 08:45 – The Power of Your Pension: Why passive investing is no longer enough.

• 19:20 – Stewardship vs. Divestment: Which strategy actually drives corporate change?

• 31:10 – The Future of Fiduciary Duty: Protecting long-term value in a 2026 climate reality.

• 44:00 – How ShareAction leverages grassroots activism to influence boardroom accountability.

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