Long-term impact
Sustainability promotes long-term impact on both the world and capital. Earth's fragility requires companies to play an active role in preserving your world for future generations. This is why our investments are internally assessed for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors using clear data, preceded by three key questions to guide investment decisions.
1. What does the company do?
We assess whether the company is contributing to a more sustainable world with smart solutions to current and future problems. The company's culture and transparency are qualified, resulting in a score that plays a crucial role in the selection process.
2. What is the ESG score?
The ESG score follows our initial analysis and is data driven. We base it on research and interviews with companies in our portfolio. Criteria include CO₂ emissions, water and energy use, recycling, safe working conditions, fair opportunities, social projects, and good governance. Positive impact on clean energy is essential.
3. What are the sustainability risks?
Assess the likelihood of investments being affected by sustainability risks, such as physical risks (e.g. flood or fire) and transit risks (e.g. regulation of polluting processes). Reputational damage due to unethical behaviour is also a risk. Companies must score well on all three levels before an investment is made.
The fund
Sustainable Dividends offers an investment fund that invests in a well-diversified portfolio of European companies at the forefront of the sustainability transition. Our focus is on a disciplined investment process, while applying both qualitative and quantitative financial criteria.