The need to meet net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions targets is intensifying, and the deployment of renewable energy technologies is accelerating around the world. NextEnergy Capital say solar photovoltaics are projected to dominate global power supplies by 2050, in line with the International Energy Agency's net zero emissions by 2050 pathway. #NetZero #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #PensionsforPurpose https://ow.ly/nN8J50SUyE8
Pensions for Purpose
Financial Services
Chichester, West Sussex 7,050 followers
Empowers institutional investors and businesses to value people and planet alongside profit.
About us
Pensions for Purpose exists as a bridge between asset managers, pension funds and their professional advisers, to encourage the flow of capital towards impact investment. Impact investments are made with the intention to generate positive, measurable, social and environmental impact alongside a financial return. Pensions for Purpose seeks to empower pension funds to make informed, sustainable investment decisions through our member Community, training, events, Impact Lens research and unique Knowledge Centre.
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http://www.pensionsforpurpose.com
External link for Pensions for Purpose
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Chichester, West Sussex
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2017
- Specialties
- Sustainable investment, ESG, Impact investment, Social impact, Environmental impact, Training, Research, Knowledge Centre, Membership, and Pensions
Locations
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226B Oving Road
Chichester, West Sussex PO19 7EJ, GB
Employees at Pensions for Purpose
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Stephanie Windsor
COO of Pensions for Purpose, the impact investment bridge
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Nick Spencer
Helping financial institutions cut to a sustainable future
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Kevin J.
Director of Risk and General Counsel, Brunel Pension Partnership Limited/Non-Executive Director
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Karen Shackleton
Founder of Pensions for Purpose, non-executive director and independent investment adviser
Updates
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Capital allocators using a 'finance first' approach can achieve risk-adjusted market returns while supporting sustainable development goals in emerging markets and developing economies. Read our latest blog for insights from the Pensions for Purpose event, featuring CrossBoundary Group and the US Government's Prosper Africa, during London Climate Action Week. #FinanceFirst #EmergingMarkets #PensionsforPurpose https://ow.ly/Mx7h50SUqkH
Unlocking investment potential in emerging markets: a 'finance first' approach – David Brown & Ashish Kumar
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In 2023, amid global crises and market headwinds, Baillie Gifford remained focused on supporting companies with novel solutions to persistent global challenges. In their seventh annual impact report for Positive Change, they highlight their unwavering commitment to a sustainable and equitable pathway. #GlobalChallenges #ImpactReport #PensionsforPurpose https://ow.ly/Hoqt50SUqfm
Positive Change Impact Report FY2023 – Baillie Gifford
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Isio have published their first Annual Sustainable Investment survey, which shines a spotlight on where they see ESG opportunities across different asset classes, as well as exploring how investors can seek to ‘green’ their strategies further. Isio's research teams have assessed a selection of c. 50 asset managers across over 120 funds and this paper presents a snapshot of the outcomes and findings. Read the full paper now: https://ow.ly/8HII50STyOy #SustainableInvestment #ESG #PensionsforPurpose
The art of the possible - Annual Sustainable Investment Survey: examining sustainable investing practices across our fund universe - Isio
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We are pleased to announce our judges for the #PensionsforPurpose Content Awards, our special thanks goes to: Stephen Barrie of The Church of England Pensions Board, William Bourne of LINCHPIN, Rachel Brougham of BESTrustees Limited, Nick Buckland of Kent Pension Fund, Michelle Darracott of BESTrustees Limited and TPT Retirement Solutions, Anthony Fletcher of Apex Investment Advisory, Ellie Howes of Coal Pension Trustees Services, Sian Kunert of East Sussex County Council, Matt Lomas of Guy's & St Thomas' Foundation and Nick Spencer of Milliman. Register now for the Pensions for Purpose Symposium & Awards on 8 October when we will reveal the winners. #ImpactInvestment #SocialImpact #EnvironmentalImpact #P4Psymp24 #PensionsforPurpose https://ow.ly/q87850STUKg
Meet our Pensions for Purpose Content Awards judges 2024
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Many of the world’s most pressing challenges such as halting climate change, improving energy efficiency, embracing a circular economy and improving social mobility, are being tackled by private companies and projects. Private markets have grown exponentially since the global financial crisis and M&G Investments Institutional believe their growth story is far from over. Here they explore the risks and rewards, and why expertise is crucial in achieving tangible results. #SustainableInvestment #PrivateMarkets #PensionsforPurpose https://ow.ly/LpS650SR1aY
Evaluating risk and reward in an ever-changing world – M&G Investments
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The Labour party have pledged to invest in green infrastructure, create hundreds of thousands of jobs in the energy sector and bring Britain clean power by 2030. Tom Williams of Downing outlines the monumental task ahead for the newly elected government. #LabourParty #GreenInfrastructure #Energy #PensionsforPurpose https://ow.ly/akYP50SPTrF
Clarity, consistency and delivery is key for UK policymakers – Downing
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We are delighted to welcome Yoo Capital as a member of Pensions for Purpose. Yoo Capital is a UK real estate private equity manager formed in 2010 and run by veterans from 15 of the world's most prestigious private equity, fund management and development firms. With over £3.8bn in London UK real estate, the firm has generated one of London's top-performing track records in opportunistic real estate. #Members #ImpactInvestment #PensionsforPurpose https://ow.ly/Qv9650STxeF
Yoo Capital becomes a member of Pensions for Purpose
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The 'magnificent seven' phenomenon – where seven US tech companies dominate global markets, due to the projections about the prospects of artificial intelligence. Storebrand Asset Management find a positive relationship between the performance of climate index funds and their positions in the magnificent 7 stocks. They question whether this is aligned with investors seeking global equity replacement strategies or exposure to the climate transition opportunity. #MagnificentSeven #ClimateTransition #PensionsforPurpose https://ow.ly/zlhn50STBls
The ‘magnificent’ performance of climate index strategies – Storebrand Asset Management
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Instead of chasing everything that's the colour green, how can transition investing create value for investors while contributing to climate goals? Robeco explain how investing for the energy transition requires a comprehensive approach, balancing impact with financial health, operational track record and the sector’s competitive dynamics. #TransitionInvesting #ClimateGoals #PensionsforPurpose https://ow.ly/pwVO50SPYgf
Transition investing: exploring alpha potential – Robeco
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