Ethics and performance a mixed bag suggests ISIS research

ISIS says the research includes focus on policies, management and reporting of biodiversity affected by the operations of these firms. The best performers in this regard are AngloAmerican, BG Group, BP, Rio Tinto, Shell and Statoil. ChevronTexaco and Brazilian mining company CVRD lead the middle of the chasing pack Bringing up the rear are Exxon Mobil and Total, two of the biggest oil companies. ISIS says companies continuing to ignore risk and management of risk, such as that highlighted by the research, may cause long-term harm to shareholders. This is particularly so for compan...