Schroders publishes first impact report
Schroders has published its first impact report, reinforcing its focus on impact investing across a range of asset classes including private debt.
The asset manager said that the report is the culmination of investment and integration following its acquisition of impact investment specialist BlueOrchard in 2019.
Schroders’ impact report summarises the tangible impacts being delivered by its impact investment range. It also analyses the contribution its portfolios make to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and provides insights into the climate performance of their investments.
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“The publication of our first impact report is a real step forward in ensuring our clients can clearly see the tangible positives of their investments,” said Schroders’ group chief executive, Peter Harrison.
“We are proud to have built an industry-leading impact capability that spans a range of industries, geographies, and expertise.
“We have benefited from close collaboration with our colleagues at BlueOrchard, who have played a core role in establishing Schroders’ Impact Framework, as well as the wider development of our Impact Driven Range.”
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Schroders’ Impact Driven range includes 20 funds focused on a wide range of asset classes and geographies, including listed and private equity and debt, infrastructure, real estate, and multi-private asset solutions. It represents approximately $5.25bn (£4bn) in assets under management across Schroders, Schroders Capital and BlueOrchard.
The funds are designed to address a range of impact themes, including environment, responsible consumption and sustainable infrastructure.
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“This report is a result of the close and successful integration of BlueOrchard’s decades of impact investing experience alongside the expertise of our colleagues across Schroders, Schroders Capital and Cazenove Capital,” said Schroders’ global head of impact and BlueOrchard’s deputy chief executive and chief impact and blended finance officer, Maria Teresa Zappia.
“Our impact investing framework enables us to deliver impact at an aggregate level across sectors, asset cases and client segments, setting us apart from others in the industry. We are excited to continue meeting the growing demand for impact products, solutions and vehicles from our diverse client base.”
