Foresight Group

As industries and governments accelerate the transition to net zero and a nature-positive future, natural capital is emerging as a critical investment frontier - one that unites economic growth with environmental resilience. Richard Kelly, Managing Director and Co-Lead of Foresight Natural Capital, will be joined by industry leaders from Biodiversity Units UK and LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) at 14:00-15:00 BST on Wednesday 23 April 2025 to explore: - The economic potential of natural capital in a changing world - How investors can capitalise on surging demand for high-integrity carbon credits - Why AI-driven carbon emissions are reshaping the carbon market’s next decade - Transforming underperforming agricultural land and timberland into more productive, resilient assets - The role of institutional capital in scaling nature-based solutions To register for the webinar, click here: https://lnkd.in/epcs_BuZ #NaturalCapital #Investing #CarbonCredits #AI #Agriculture #Timberland #Nature-basedsolutions #Institutional

FEIP Investment Spotlight: Kölvallen Wind Farm⚡ 🏠 We’re proud to introduce Kölvallen Wind Farm in Sweden - a landmark project that will deliver 957 GWh of clean energy annually, enough to power 95,000 Swedish homes. 🤝 Now nearing full operations, this project showcases our commitment to sustainable infrastructure at scale. Through local partnerships, Kölvallen will also contribute to a community fund, supporting projects that benefit the region. 🌍 As part of FEIP’s diversified portfolio across the UK, Ireland, Sweden, Finland, Spain, and Greece, Kölvallen will drive positive, lasting benefits for the region by enhancing biodiversity and supporting the local economy. 🔗 Watch the project in action in the video below and learn more about FEIP's strategy here: https://lnkd.in/e_Fbwamx #RenewableEnergy #Investing #WindPower #KölvallenWindFarm #Sweden #EnergyTransition Richard Thompson Dan Wells Ben Williams Joe Hardy Henry Morgan Robert Pollock Saga Carle Chloe Mead

How can digital infrastructure provide defensive access to the growing theme of AI investment?   This recent whitepaper, written by members of the Foresight Capital Management (“FCM”) team, delves into the transformative potential of digital infrastructure investments, highlighting key trends, challenges, and opportunities in the sector.   Key insights include: 🌐 Emerging Technologies: How advancements in AI, IoT, and 5G are reshaping the landscape 🍃 Sustainability: The critical role of sustainable practices in driving long-term value 📈 Investment Strategies: Innovative approaches to maximise returns while mitigating risks   Read more about the future of digital infrastructure and sustainable investment below.   Find out more about FCM’s investment strategies here: https://lnkd.in/eGeGqBCz #DigitalInfrastructure #Sustainability #AI

Daniel Beaver, Executive Director at Foresight Group, speaks to [i3] Investment Innovation Institute about the key investment trends shaping Australia’s energy transition, highlighting the critical role of wind, hydro, and battery storage in building a resilient, low-carbon grid. “I think the most exciting area of new emerging technology is long-duration storage. This is where most of the market is focusing. Governments are trying to incentivise these technologies to fill a market need.” – Daniel Through our Australian Renewables Income Fund (ARIF) and Foresight Energy Infrastructure Partners II (FEIP II) we’re deploying capital into these critical infrastructure assets, continuing to support the ongoing transition. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/edgMxcFX #EnergyTransition #Renewables #RenewableInfrastructure 📷GSP Energy's Hume Power Station in New South Wales, a Foresight hydro asset

Stefania Trivellato, Foresight Director, spoke at King's College London's ‘Realising Sustainable Solutions’ event, engaging staff and PhD students on how investors act as change agents in scaling much needed clean technologies. Key takeaways from the discussion: • Track record matters: Proven tech deployment, experienced contractors, and reliable service providers are crucial • Contracts reduce risk: Long-term revenue and cost agreements are key to investment viability • ESG alignment is critical: Projects must fit fund mandates for sustainability impact At Foresight we understand the importance of cross sector collaboration, addressing ways to connect research with commercialisation, two essential pillars in developing resilient solutions to accelerate the energy transition. Our Deep Decarbonisation of Energy Systems report explores the growing demand for private capital to support these goals. Take a look: https://lnkd.in/eaTx9aX4 #CleanTech #ScalingInnovation #EnergyTransition 📷Skaftåsen wind farm, Sweden, a Foresight Energy Infrastructure Partners (FEIP) I asset

🚀 It's been a busy week of launches for Foresight for Growing Companies   We’re excited to share two major announcements:   ✅ Foresight South West Fund has reached its second close at £100m, following a £50m investment from Avon Pension Fund.   ✅We've launched Foresight South Yorkshire Fund! We’re proud to have been appointed by the South Yorkshire Pensions Authority to manage a £20 million fund dedicated to supporting growing companies across South Yorkshire.   Both funds are designed to empower ambitious businesses, helping them unlock their full potential and achieve their founders' visions—across all sectors and transaction types.   Learn more about the businesses we support here: https://lnkd.in/e5VAi36g #SMEs #RegionalGrowth #Investing #UK #Funds #PrivateEquity #SouthYorkshire #SouthWest

Director and Head of Sustainability, Lily Billings CEnv MIEMA, shared insights on how technology is driving more equitable and sustainable business practices, particularly around ethical AI, with SSE plc, Haleon and Bupa at everywoman Tech Forum event last week. Foresight's #TechForNature series explores how AI, digital tools and cross-sector collaboration is changing how we track ecosystem health and enhance biodiversity. Take a look: https://lnkd.in/eSuRaXBJ #ewTechForum

Ayar Labs, a portfolio company in the Foresight Ventures VCT, has achieved unicorn status with a valuation of over $1 billion. As a leader in optical interconnect solutions, Ayar Labs is revolutionising AI infrastructure efficiency. Foresight Ventures VCT invests into companies developing innovative and disruptive technologies which address the large market opportunity presented by some of the world’s greatest current challenges. There is still £3.9m remaining capacity in Foresight Ventures VCT, presenting a great opportunity for investors interested in investing in a portfolio of emerging tech growth companies. To find out more information, and how to apply online, click here: https://lnkd.in/eayzMYFB #VentureCapital #AI Important Information: VCTs make investments in small unquoted companies, which carry a higher risk than many other forms of investment. These investments are likely to be illiquid and difficult to realise. The value of shares and income from them may go down as well as up, and past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance and may not be repeated. Capital is at risk and investors may lose all the money they invest. VCTs are not suitable for all investors and we recommend investors seek professional advice before deciding to invest.

Speaking to Pensions & Investments, Liz Scorer, Managing Director of Corporate Affairs at Foresight Group and member of our Executive Committee, highlights how shifts in financial institutions' environmental pledges are shaping a new sustainability landscape. As financial institutions adapt to an evolving economic and environmental landscape, the pressure to balance sustainability goals with business priorities is increasing. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eP4EDTTv 📷 Foresight Solar Asset, Cuerva, Spain

"The energy transition cannot be ignored. We see this as an opportunity to highlight that this is the stuff that makes sense from both a commercial and a sustainability perspective." - Edward Mountney sharing his views on the current environment of sustainable investment with the Financial Times.