ESG

The investment management firm is looking to embed ESG at the heart of its investments and policies going forward

It is looking to educate its own employees, help its clients reach net zero and spread sustainable change on a global scale

It has been rated by Vigeo Eiris based on its environmental and climate-based work

If you ask Gill Alker, Head of Consultancy at AMP Clean Energy, the answer is a resounding yes

Its commitment to carbon-neutrality starts with measurements of the carbon footprint of all companies in its portfolio

It will use clients’ deposited funds to finance projects including energy efficiency and renewable energy

It also aims to have carbon positive operations and become water neutral in water-stressed areas by 2030

It will set out specific requirements for real estate borrowers to adhere to, in order to reduce carbon emissions from buildings

The Network consists of 41 member countries, representing around $43tn or 86% of the total banking assets in emerging markets, aiming to transform their financial sectors towards sustainability

The pension provider’s new policy will exclude companies which derive more than 10% of their revenue from thermal coal and tar sands