How do the UN sustainable development goals impact investing? To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video. Play Video Transcript In 2015, the United Nations member states adopted 17 goals to improve sustainability worldwide by 2030. To learn more, watch Carole Crozat, Head of Fundamental Research for BlackRock Sustainable Investing explain how investors will play a key role in advancing the process from developing key infrastructure to building green transportation. Learn About Sustainability At BlackRock Pursuing long-term value for our clients: Our 2021 Voting Spotlight BlackRock Investment Stewardship's engagement and voting activities aim to advance the long-term investment goals of our clients. In a new report, we provide insight into our efforts through a focus on proxy voting from July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021. Our 2021 investment stewardship priorities We use our voice, on behalf of our clients, to engage companies on governance and sustainability issues. Learn about our 2021 priorities. Larry Fink's 2021 letter to CEOs In 2020, the world not only confronted the pandemic, it also sharpened its focus on the existential threat of climate change. An economic transformation is accelerating as more people focus on the global goal of net zero emissions by 2050. Our net zero commitment The global transition to a net zero economy is accelerating, with dramatic implications for investors. Learn how we’re helping clients navigate this transformation. Sustainability goes mainstream BlackRock recently surveyed clients around the world to understand the shift towards sustainable assets and how the pandemic may affect it. Our findings were clear: The tectonic shift towards sustainable investing is accelerating. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video. Play Video Transcript Larry Fink on our sustainable future Larry Fink, BlackRock’s Chairman and CEO, discusses how the energy transition, including the widespread adoption of net zero, will fundamentally reshape the global economy. BlackRock in South Africa BlackRock is a global investment manager, serving South Africa with a commitment to helping more and more people plan for their financial future. No matter what your goals may be, at BlackRock, we are invested in you. Learn about BlackRock Where we stand Corporate sustainability We put an unwavering focus on long-term sustainability and ensure it is embedded across our entire business. Learn more Investment stewardship We engage with companies to inform our voting and promote sound corporate governance that is consistent with sustainable, long-term value creation. Learn more PRESSURE TESTED iShares fixed income ETFs provided liquidity and price discovery when investors needed it most.2 Learn more 1During stressed markets, iShares UCITS fixed income ETFs traded an average of US $17.5B (21 Feb –20 Mar 2020), more than twice the 2019 weekly average of $7.8B. All amounts in $USD. This material is intended for information purposes only, and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation or an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any securities, funds or strategies to any person in any jurisdiction in which an offer, solicitation, purchase or sale would be unlawful under the securities laws of such jurisdiction. The opinions expressed are as of November 2020 and are subject to change without notice. Reliance upon information in this material is at the sole discretion of the reader. Investing involves risks. © 2021 BlackRock, Inc. All Rights Reserved. BLACKROCK is a trademark of BlackRock, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and elsewhere. All other trademarks are those of their respective owners. As a global investment manager and fiduciary to our clients, our purpose at BlackRock is to help everyone experience financial well-being. Since 1999, we've been a leading provider of financial technology, and our clients turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. CORPORATE Careers Newsroom Investor relations Contact us LEGAL Terms & conditions Privacy policy Business continuity © 2021 BlackRock, Inc. All rights reserved. MKTGH0821U/M-1742377-2/2