In the realm of sustainable investing, Aviva Investors, Folksam (Sweden), and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction’s Investment Advisory Board (IAB) each highlight distinct approaches and challenges. Aviva Investors demonstrates a comprehensive strategy that integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles in investments, specifically addressing the complexities in emerging market bonds. It’s approach, which balances quantitative and qualitative methods, is adaptable to market changes and client needs, illustrating the dynamic nature of sustainable investment. Folksam employs innovative strategies like the ‘engagement ladder’ and has a significant influence in the real economy as a founding member of the UN-Convened Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance (NZAOA). Meanwhile, the IAB focuses on the pressing need for private capital mobilisation for climate resilience, emphasising the development of innovative financial products and the integration of green investment strategies with global sustainability frameworks. These entities collectively underscore the importance of agility, client engagement, and alignment with broader sustainability goals in the evolving landscape of sustainable investing.

In the dynamic world of investment, the concept of ‘greening’ portfolios is gaining significant traction. Aviva Investors recently shed light on its approach to this critical issue, offering invaluable insights for investors keen on aligning their portfolios with sustainable practices…

Session speakers:

• Daniel McHugh, CIO, Aviva Investors (UK)
• Johannes Jögi and Emilie Westholm, Folksam (Sweden)
• Emma Haigh, Sustainability Investor, UNDRR IAB