This week, we're diving into the world of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and exploring two different ways to build a values-based portfolio.

Jon Brown looks at the Wealthsimple North America Socially Responsible Index ETF (TSX: WSRI), a one-stop solution for investors looking to gain diversified exposure to a basket of ESG-screened companies. Then, Trevor Abes highlights Anaergia Inc. (TSX: ANRG), a pure-play renewable natural gas technology company that is demonstrating explosive growth with a massive backlog of new contracts, including its largest to date.

This Episode's Picks:

Wealthsimple N.A. Socially Responsible Index ETF (TSX: WSRI): A diversified ETF offering exposure to socially responsible companies in Canada and the US, excluding sectors like fossil fuels, weapons, and tobacco.

Anaergia Inc. (TSX: ANRG): A global leader in converting organic waste into renewable natural gas (RNG) and other sustainable solutions, showing strong revenue growth and a rapidly expanding contract backlog.

Topics Discussed:

• ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investing.


• How to use ETFs for a values-based portfolio.


• The subjectivity of "socially responsible" metrics.


• The renewable natural gas (RNG) and waste-to-energy industry.


• Comparing a diversified ETF approach with a concentrated, pure-play stock.

Further Reading & Resources:

• ESG: A new era for small-cap compliance in Canada?


• Anaergia signs record contract amid improving financials


• This week’s picks: TSX:WSRI | TSX:ANRG

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