Responsible Investing
What is Responsible Investing?
There is wide variation in what institutional investors want and can do in the responsible investing space. In addition, there may be confusion about the terminology and the different responsible investing approaches are often misunderstood. Aon’s view is that investors may implement across a spectrum of actions, including:
- Screening: The exclusion of or divestment from assets or companies that may not be aligned with an investor’s objectives, values or policies.
- Integration: The systematic identification and analysis of environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks and opportunities to inform both asset valuations and selection and improve long-term, risk-adjusted returns. This is not a values-based activity.
- Impact: Seeking positive social and/or environmental outcomes through the portfolio. Impact outcomes are considered alongside sufficient financial returns.
- Stewardship: Exercising ownership rights to preserve and enhance the long-term value of assets or, in some cases, to improve social or environmental outcomes, including supporting a well-functioning financial system.
More details of our definitions and approach can be found in Aon’s Global Responsible Investing Policy.
Why is Responsible Investing Important?
The ability to effectively navigate and understand the broader landscape of investment risks and opportunities has never been more important. Responsible investing advice, data, tools and solutions can help clients make more informed decisions in alignment with their fiduciary duties, regulatory requirements and values or commitments.
How Aon Can Help
Aon can help its clients make more informed and responsible investment decisions in alignment with their fiduciary duties, regulatory requirements, and values or commitments. Leveraging across Aon’s business lines with our dedicated and global experts, we can be an outstanding long-term partner for your responsible investing needs.
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