We believe that environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues have the potential to create or destroy long-term shareholder value in the companies in which we invest.

Understanding and dealing with these ESG-related risks and opportunities is a key element of Alquity’s philosophy in managing our funds and is consistent with protecting the long-term interests of our investors.

Alquity has a rigorous environmental, social and governance analysis process and works with acknowledged market leaders in sustainable investment practice.

We are a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment and are guided by the ten international standards for business, as set out by the United Nations Global Compact.

UN Principles for Responsible Investment

- We will incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues into investment analysis and decision-making processes.
- We will be active owners and incorporate ESG issues into our ownership policies and practices.
- We will seek appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which we invest.
- We will promote acceptance and implementation of the Principles within the investment industry.
- We will work together to enhance our effectiveness in implementing the Principles.
- We will each report on our activities and progress towards implementing the Principles.