Awareness of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Funds Among People in India
インドにおけるESG（環境・社会・ガバナンス）ファンドへの認識 (AI 翻訳)
Tisha Arora, Dr Preeti Sharma
🤖 gxceed AI 要約
日本語
インドではESG投資商品が増えているが、投資家の理解は不十分。本調査は、社会人、学生、起業家などを対象に意識を分析。環境・社会への関心は高いが、グリーンウォッシングや開示不足への懸念から参加に消極的。金融機関による透明な情報提供と教育の必要性を指摘。
English
This study surveys Indian investors on ESG fund awareness. Despite high interest in sustainability, understanding of ESG funds is moderate, with reliance on social media. Concerns about greenwashing and vague disclosures hinder participation. Calls for financial institutions to simplify communication and enhance transparency.
Unofficial AI-generated summary based on the public title and abstract. Not an official translation.
📝 gxceed 編集解説 — Why this matters
In the global GX context
Although India-specific, this paper adds to global evidence on the gap between ESG product proliferation and retail investor understanding, relevant for emerging markets.
👥 読者別の含意
🔬研究者:Highlights the need for further cross-country comparative studies on ESG awareness drivers.
🏢実務担当者:Provides insights for financial firms on investor concerns (greenwashing, fees) and preferred information sources.
🏛政策担当者:Suggests regulatory action to standardize ESG disclosures and promote financial literacy.
📄 Abstract（原文）
ABSTRACT: In India, the conversation around sustainability has grown louder in recent years, with banks, mutual fund houses, and fin tech platforms actively promoting ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investment products. Yet, despite this growing momentum, many everyday investors still feel uncertain or uninformed about what ESG funds actually are and how they work. This research dives into that gap between market enthusiasm and public understanding, aiming to uncover how aware Indian investors truly are about ESG investing and what influences their willingness to participate. Through a structured survey involving working professionals, students, entrepreneurs, and first-time investors, the study explored their familiarity with ESG concepts, trust in sustainability claims, sources of financial information, and perceived benefits and concerns. Interestingly, while most respondents expressed genuine concern for environmental and social issues, only a moderate number could confidently explain what ESG funds invest in. Much of their awareness stemmed from social media, YouTube creators, and word-of-mouth, rather than formal financial advisors or institutions. Although many were drawn to the idea of aligning their values with their investments, hesitation persisted due to fears of green washing, vague disclosures, and potentially higher fees. These findings highlight a critical need for financial institutions to simplify ESG communication, offer transparent reporting, and provide relatable examples and accessible education. Strengthening trust and clarity around ESG investing isn’t just about boosting participation—it’s about helping investors make informed choices that align with India’s broader environmental and social goals. Key Words: ESG funds, sustainable investment, investor awareness, responsible investing, India
🔗 Provenance — このレコードを発見したソース
- semanticscholar https://doi.org/10.55041/isjem06103first seen 2026-05-15 18:57:52 · last seen 2026-06-08 05:14:29
🔔 こうした論文の新着を逃したくない方は キーワードアラート に登録（無料・3キーワードまで）。
gxceed は公開メタデータに基づく研究支援データセットです。要約・翻訳・解説は AI 支援で生成されています。 最終的な解釈・検証は利用者が原典資料に基づいて行うことを前提とします。