This Week in ESG and Impact Investing

  도널드 트럼프가  2024 년 미국 대통령 선거에서 재선에 성공하며 ,  이민자 커뮤니티는 충격과 불안 속에 휩싸였습니다 .  트럼프의 재선 공약과 초기 행보는 그의 첫 임기 때처럼 반이민 정책을 강화하고 이민자들의 권리를 제한하려는 방향으로 나아갈 가능성을 시사했습니다 .  대규모 이민자 추방 ,  노동 비자 할당량 축소 ,  국경 장벽 확대와 같은 정책은 이민자들이 직면한 차별과 소외를 더욱 심화시켜 기본권을 약화시키고 점점 더 적대적인 환경을 조성할 위협이 있습니다 .  이런 상황에서 ,  저는 서울대학교 국제이주와포용사회센터 (CTMS) 가 주최한  " 의사소통은 이주민의 기본권 "  세미나에 참가하게 되었습니다 .  트럼프의 재선으로 인해 이민자 권리가 국제적 논의의 중심에 떠오른 가운데 ,  이 세미나는 이민자의 기본권 보장 ,  특히 의사소통의 중요성을 중심으로 한국과 세계가 배울 수 있는 시사점을 제공하는 의미 있는 자리라고 느껴졌습니다 .  특히 ,  이주민의 기본권을 확보하는 데 있어 의사소통의 중요성을 깊이 이해할 수 있는 자리였습니다 .  2025 년 기준으로 ,  만약 미국에서 순이민이 대폭 감소했다면 , GDP  성장률이  0.2%  포인트 감소했을 것으로 추산되며 ,  이는 약  130 억 달러에 해당하는 손실입니다 .  또한 ,  노동력 부족은 농업 ,  건설 ,  가사 서비스와 같은 주요 산업에서 비용 상승을 초래해 인플레이션 압력을 가중시켰습니다 .  반면 ,  이민자 증가 정책을 시행했을 경우 ,  같은 해  GDP  성장이 최대  0.5%  포인트 더 높아졌을 가능성이 있습니다 . 이러한 이점에도 불구하고 ,  미국...

In a landmark climate case, a group of young people in Montana secured a significant legal victory when a judge ruled that the state's failure to consider climate change impacts when approving fossil fuel projects was unconstitutional. The ruling comes amidst a summer of extreme heat and wildfires, highlighting the urgency of addressing climate change. This decision marks a turning point in the fight against government support for oil, gas, and coal industries, which contribute to global warming. The court found that the plaintiffs, representing a range of ages from 5 to 22, have a constitutional right to a clean and healthful environment that includes climate considerations. Montana must now factor in climate change when making decisions about fossil fuel projects. As a young person and a Korean, I'm deeply concerned about the global impacts of climate change. The Montana case is not only a victory for the young plaintiffs but also a message to governments worldwide about thei...

  On June 8, the Washington Post organized a discussion on climate change attended by South Korean Ambassador Cho Yoon-je and Professor Yoon Sun-jin. The event highlighted various aspects of climate change, including global cooperation, China's role, Korea's challenge, personal and collective action, and optimism through innovation. Participants discussed the need for regional and international cooperation, the importance of China's efforts on renewable energy, Korea's low share of renewable electricity, the importance of individual actions, and the role of technology and innovation in tackling climate change. Climate change is an important issue that requires immediate attention and action. Like many other countries, Korea faces unique challenges in transitioning to a sustainable future. The low share of renewable energy in the national power mix is feared, which calls for urgent policy changes and increased investment in renewable technologies. It is encouraging that ...

      A crowd surge accident occurred at a Halloween celebration around 10 p.m. on Saturday, October 29 in South Korea. The Itaewon disaster is believed to have been caused by increasing crowd pressure as people could not stop walking while being driven downhill (in terms of the local terrain). Most of the victims were in their 10s and 20s, with 155 deaths and 156 injuries.  Yongsan Police Station requested support from Seoul City Hall but did not receive a reply, this despite 112 reports that came in starting at 4 p.m. on the same day. Many of these were detailed reports: "It is on the verge of crushing, requesting control, and one-way traffic,". But the police did not respond quickly. Media reports suggesting the deployment of 200 police officers in Itaewon were disprove, and corrected to report only 136 police officers deployed, and they were sent to crack down on drug use.  When asked about reports that 136 people who were at the scene asked for suppo...