Available research and data show: an increase in the array of available ESG-focused investment vehicles; a proliferation of ESG metrics, services and ratings offered by third-party service providers; and an increase in asset flows into ESG funds. According to Morningstar, the amount of assets invested in so-called sustainable funds in 2019 was nearly four times larger than in 2018. 1 Recent Voya research has also found that more than three-quarters (76%) of individuals felt it was important for their employer to apply ESG principles to workplace benefits, and more than half (60%) would likely contribute more to an ESG-aligned retirement plan if it was certified. 2