Dustyn Lanz As responsible investment (RI) continues to grow and evolve at a rapid pace, it is important for investment advisors to stay abreast of key trends and leading practices in the field. Of course, that is easier said than done in a pandemic world characterized by chronic stress and nonstop Zoom meetings — especially when the RI market is evolving so quickly. To help you stay informed in this fast-moving market, this article provides a quick overview of three big issues in RI that every advisor should know about: stewardship, impact measurement and net zero. Investment stewardship The concept of stewardship is gaining prominence among investors in Canada and globally, but what exactly does it mean in practice? While some market participants use the terms “stewardship” and “engagement” interchangeably, leading researchers and practitioners point out that good stewardship is much broader than shareholder engagement alone.