Responsible investment and strategies focusing on environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) risks are facing a very important year in 2019. The possibility of the first global economic slowdown since the dramatic rise of ESG investing will put all asset managers to the test, including those following ESG investment strategies. While several regulatory and investor-led initiatives affecting how companies deal with environmental and social issues are currently underway, a key question is whether such forces will maintain momentum despite potential economic and political headwinds.