Roundtable: Pensions and the S in ESG

Explore the latest ESG insights relating to how the S in ESG intersects with Pensions. Featuring discussions from a high-profile roundtable with industry leaders, government representatives, and responsible investment advocates. Gain valuable perspectives on social impact measurement, place-based investing, and the evolving spectrum of capital.

In July, we hosted a roundtable with Minister For Pensions And Financial Inclusion, Guy Opperman MP. We invited senior leaders from the Government, the investment industry and the responsible investing movement community. It was an exploratory discussion on the topic of the S in ESG especially with regard to pensions.

This report serves as a valuable resource, offering diverse perspectives on the challenges and opportunities within the evolving ESG landscape. The main themes include:

• Transparency

• Place-based impact investing

• The spectrum of capital

• The role of consultants

• Education and awareness

• Incentives

• Consolidation

Lead author(s): Harry Brown

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Collaboration: We would like to thank Berenberg and the Joseph Rowntree Foundation for their kind support in helping to enable this event. We would also like to thank all of the participants that gave their time and expertise.

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