The Principles of Responsible Investment (PRI) are the guidelines for investors who are conscious of environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) issues (like human rights or climate change, for example). Like the title says, they’re basically guidelines to help investors investing responsibly.

The six Principles say that “as investors,

1. We will incorporate ESG issues into investment analysis and decision-making processes.

2. We will be active owners and incorporate ESG issues into our ownership policies and practices.

3. We will seek appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which we invest.

4. We will promote acceptance and implementation of the principles within the investment industry.

5. We will work together to enhance our effectiveness in implementing the principles.

6. We will each report on our activities and progress towards implementing the principles.”