Pensions for Purpose

The recent withdrawal of North American banks and asset managers from net-zero alliances, which lead to a temporary suspension of the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative, has raised questioned efforts to combat climate change. Despite increased policy uncertainty, the financial industry remains committed to net zero. In Robeco's SI Debate column, they highlight the need for government action to support the transition. #ClimateChange #NetZero #PensionsforPurpose https://zurl.co/Re3fO

🚨 Government consultations and the Mansion House reforms are reshaping the future of pensions and investment in the UK. Stay informed on UK policy, at our upcoming Annual Symposium & Awards on 5 November, we’re bringing the industry together to reflect on: 📌 What do these pension reforms mean for sustainable and impact investing? 📌 How will local investment be prioritised? 📌 Where are the opportunities – and the risks? Our panels and roundtables will provide space for honest, expert-led discussion. 📅 Save the date – 5 November. Let’s make sure impact stays at the heart of pension fund evolution – join trustees, pension committee members, investment sub-committee members, scheme sponsors and in the pensions industry. Register now: https://zurl.co/C5D64 See the full agenda here: https://zurl.co/vkpCe #PensionReform #UKpensions #P4Psymp25 #PensionsforPurpose

Continuous cover forestry, a regenerative type of forest timberland management, could sequester 20% more carbon than clear-fell forestry over a 20-year period. SLM Partners' paper presents the potential of it within European forestry to achieve positive social and environmental outcomes, alongside delivering economic returns. #Forestry #Europe #PensionsforPurpose https://zurl.co/dyWDP

We are delighted to welcome SLM Partners as a member of Pensions for Purpose. Founded in 2009, SLM Partners is natural capital investment manager with over $760mn assets under management. Their mission is to use investment capital to scale up regenerative agriculture and forestry. SLM Partners invest in real assets, primarily land and partner with skilled farmers and foresters to bring that land under ecological management. They steward over 300,000 hectares of cropland, grassland and forestland across the US, Europe and Australia. They aim to deliver competitive returns alongside measurable natural capital outcomes related to soil health, biodiversity and carbon storage. #Members #ImpactInvestment #PensionsforPurpose https://zurl.co/ieZ7l

🌍 Online roundtable ‘Simpler and cleaner – profitable investment opportunities from resource efficiency’ with Vontobel 📅 Date: 8 May 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:00-11:00 BST 📍 Where: Online (Zoom) While renewable energy sources undoubtedly are vital in reducing global emissions, one critical contributor often flies under the radar: energy and resource efficiency. At this roundtable, Anthony Corrigan, CFA of Vontobel will highlight why investing in efficient resource management is critical to dealing with climate change and the opportunities accessible to global equity investors. 🔗 Register now and secure your place for this insightful roundtable. #ClimateAction #ResourceEfficiency #PensionsforPurpose https://zurl.co/maKts

Pensions for Purpose is launching a new survey to understand European and UK pension funds participation in venture capital and growth investments – asset classes with the potential to transform markets by driving innovation, advancing sustainability and supporting economic growth, all while delivering financial returns. 🚨European pension funds manage €3.5tn, yet only 0.01% is allocated to venture capital (VC) – this highlights the funding gap and untapped potential. 🌍 Recognising the transformative potential of VC – globally and locally – for driving innovation in tech, business and society, we’re delighted to be working on a new Impact Lens research initiative, commissioned by European Women in VC (EWVC). 📝 Our Survey Short explores: • 🌐 Local versus global VC allocations. • 🌱 ESG considerations in VC investing. • 🎯 Target allocations and expected returns from VC. • ⚖️ Challenges and benefits of allocating to VC. EWVC will be presenting the findings this June at SuperVenture. From there, the insights will be featured at top tech conferences across Europe and shared widely in the media and with investors, policymakers, corporates and ecosystem leaders. 👇Fill out the survey, link below in the comments. #VentureCapital #SurveyShort #PensionsforPurpose Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change (IIGCC), British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA), The ABI

By investing in emerging markets alongside finance institutions, ILX is unlocking new development finance opportunities. In their 2023 annual report, they share how the company's commitment to sustainability extends beyond their investment activities, and how they intend to achieve net-zero emissions, aligning their operations and investment strategies with global climate goals. #EmergingMarkets #ClimateGoals #PensionsforPurpose https://lnkd.in/eFpbx65Y

📢 Pensions for Purpose members – enter our Annual Content Awards, part of our Annual Symposium & Awards 2025, ‘Ecosystem thinking – connecting systems, climate and social impact’. Your articles must have been published on our platform between 1 June 2024 and 31 May 2025 to qualify. 🏆 2025 Awards – this year we will be rewarding our members for compelling content across five categories: 🐝 Best Biodiversity Impact. 🌍 Best Climate Action. 📊 Best Impact Report. 🏡 Best Place-Based Impact. 📈 Best Strategy. 🗓️ Important Dates: 🔹 Submission deadline: 13 June 2025 🔹 Shortlist announcement: 15 September 2025 🔹 Winners announcement: 5 November 2025 There's still time to upload new content for publication, if you wish to enter an article not yet published on our website: https://zurl.co/ZZAOJ We look forward to celebrating your insights and achievements. The winners will be announced at our Pensions for Purpose Annual Symposium & Awards 2025, in London! 🎉 #ImpactInvestment #P4Psymp25 #PensionsforPurpose https://zurl.co/SMcW9

🕓 DON'T MISS IT: Last week, Laasya Shekaran and David Brown welcomed Richard J. Tomlinson of Local Pensions Partnership Investments to the Pensions for Purpose Podcast, to discuss the importance of recognising class and social mobility as important elements of inclusion. This episode delved into what it means to value people with different perspectives. 📻 CATCH UP: if you missed episode 7, listen now 'Social mobility, class and DE&I backlash' now: our website – Apple, Spotify, or Amazon Music (or wherever you get your podcasts) by searching for ‘Pensions for Purpose’. 🎧 TUNE IN: hear the new episode with Nick Gaskell and Fraser Green of Aberdeen discussing the future of carbon Market – on Wednesday 30 April. #PensionsPodcast #CarbonMarkets #PensionsforPurpose https://zurl.co/GIlDN

🌍In-person masterclass 'Creating impact through public fixed income' with Nuveen 📅 Date: 12 June 2025 ⏰ Time: 08:30-11:30 BST 📍 Where: Nuveen's London Office, Broadgate Tower, 201 Bishopsgate, Moorgate EC2M 3BN Green, social and sustainable bonds have proven more resilient and experienced stronger growth than the broader fixed income markets in recent years, growing into a valuable asset class, diversified across sectors, geographies, and structures. However, recent political developments in the US have raised concerns, as investors navigate policies that may challenge the future growth of impact bonds. Nuveen, a TIAA company in partnership with Pensions for Purpose, is excited to host a masterclass led by Jessica Zarzycki, CFA and Tony Appiah, CFA. This session will cover: 🔸 An introduction to GSS bonds and how they’ve evolved. 🔸 Nuveen’s proprietary approach to investing and measuring impact in public fixed income markets. 🔸 Blended finance and innovative approaches in driving growth in the GSS market. 🔗 Register now and secure your place for this insightful event: https://zurl.co/WVCY8 .#GreenBonds #SustainableFinance #PensionsForPurpose