Intentional Endowments Network reports on launch of peer group

The Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) announced the launch of a peer network designed to support endowment investment practices that address environmental, social, governance and sustainability factors in order to enhance financial returns and align with institutional mission and values. The network launched with 77 founding members including 27 asset owners, according to an IEN news release. The University of Maine is one of the founding members, according to the release.