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the best and avoid the worst on ESG issues
EMPHASISE
In our experience, ESG factors can develop into material risks that undermine the value of an investment.
Our Prime ESG ratings are based on multiple data inputs and aim to highlight key issues for analysis and engagement.
long-term themes
REFLECT
We tap into the market of ‘use of proceeds’ bonds like green and social bonds, and companies with revenue linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Our impact bond assessment framework aims to help ensure use of proceeds bonds fulfil their promises.
investments
with a negative impact
AVOID
Providing finance to issuers in some industries could have a negative environmental or social impact.
Our data, credit analysis and governance processes apply specified exclusions and thresholds to ensure our strategies avoid such sectors.
a higher hurdle for
environmentally
sensitive industries
APPLY
We pay close attention to companies with greater potential for an environmental impact and seek to exclude those with exposure to fossil fuel extraction, and significant exposure to coal, oil and gas.
The strategies also support net-zero goals through allocations to impact bonds, and in some cases, through explicit targets regarding net-zero alignment and carbon intensity of portfolios’ corporate holdings.
transparency on ESG metrics
PROVIDE
Demonstrating the application of responsible investment principles is a key priority for our clients.
Insight has developed in-depth reporting to offer transparency on various metrics, including TCFD measures, impact indicators and social metrics.