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I am looking forward to joining this diverse, experienced panel next week to discuss #EnergyTransition and associated emerging technologies. Each of us will bring a unique perspective to the way in which infrastructure investors are leading the way to unlock energy markets and allow a just transition of critical sectors in our society, such as transport, utilities, and communications. #IFMInvestors #SustainableInvestment #ClimateAction #InfrastructureInvestment

We are thrilled to share that Luis Strengari, Senior Associate of Environmental Sustainability at IFM Investors, will be speaking at Global Infrastructure Investor Association (GIIA) upcoming Infrastructure Investment for Sustainable Futures Conference in London on May 29th. Luis will be joined by industry experts who will discuss crucial topics including financing a #sustainable future, #climatechange mitigation and adaptation, social impact investing, and much more. Secure your spot at the conference today: https://lnkd.in/gpa-bm8s #IFMInvestors #SustainableInvestment #ClimateAction #InfrastructureInvestment

Over the next 10 years, Katie MacDonald, co-founder of investment and advisory firm Tailwind, predicts a 20-fold increase in the amount of early-stage and innovation capital going into adaptation and resilience companies. Bianca Giacobone interviewed MacDonald about the "relentless optimism" of investing in adaptation. https://lnkd.in/gtvr2us6

Proud to be part of a team driving positive change through sustainable finance. Take a look at Candriam latest article to understand why green investments continue to lead the way! David Czupryna, CFA #candriam #investing4tomorrow

Proud to be part of a team driving positive change through sustainable finance. Take a look at Candriam’s latest article to understand why green investments continue to lead the way! #candriam #investing4tomorrow

Excited to be quoted in Funds Europe on the challenges SFDR Article 9 alignment poses for real estate funds. As it stands, Article 9 alignment is almost impossible for value-add funds looking to acquire energy inefficient assets to renovate up to a higher standard. In fact, some of the most ambitious and impactful investment strategies we've worked with at Longevity Partners have faced substantial barriers in Article 9 alignment. If Europe is serious about promoting retrofit first, the SFDR must be amended to encourage the acquisition and renovation of standing, inefficient assets. The most sustainable building is the one that already exists, Article 9 requirements should reflect that. Confused about Article 9 alignment? Reach out to me or our SFDR service lead Patrick Rogers today. https://lnkd.in/eh68p8Wr

We are proud to share insights from our very own Jillian Giberson who was recently quoted in Funds Europe, discussing the significant challenges SFDR Article 9 alignment poses for real estate funds. 🌍🏢. Jillian highlights a critical issue: aligning with Article 9 is nearly impossible for value-add funds aiming to acquire and renovate energy-inefficient assets. If you are confused about Article 9 alignment, please reach out to Jillian Giberson or Patrick Rogers in our Policy Advisory team or message info@longevity-partners.com #SFDR #sustainability #GreenBuilding #ESG

Redwheel is making moves… 🏃🏼♂️ Feeling very energised and excited by the prospect of welcoming another proven investment team into our growing sustainability proposition. 😃🌿 The Ecofin team are focused on sustainable infrastructure and climate transition strategies, which will complement existing clean economy, biodiversity, climate engagement, and CleanTech strategies. Full story linked below! 👇🏼 #sustainableinvesting #sustainability #investmentmarketing #fundmanagement

Head of ESG for Equitix , Joe Robinson joined the panel at the Global Infrastructure Investor Association (GIIA)’s Infrastructure Investment for Sustainable Futures Conference yesterday, convening practitioners, industry experts, and government bodies for its inaugural conference on sustainable and responsible infrastructure investment.   The panel examined ESG and sustainability considerations within the infrastructure asset class and discussed practical examples of how these are being embedded throughout the investment lifecycle, including investment decision making, portfolio monitoring, and reporting.  Joe was joined on this panel by Vlad Benn (Chair), Policy and Research Manager, Global Infrastructure Investor Association (GIIA) and Filipa Fonte, Head of ESG at Ancala. The conference’s ambitions were to explore a number of areas including; financing a sustainable future; climate change mitigation and adaptation; social impact investing; regulations and the need for harmonisation and ways in which investors can shift their focus towards compliance and advancement to net zero. We’re proud to be joining the conversation. #ESG #sustainability #greentransition #climatechange #socialimpact #netzero #infrastructuretolife

Back in Amsterdam reflecting on a great Nareit REITworks conference in Washington DC. I had the pleasure of joining Andre Shepley (Nuveen, a TIAA company), Lauren White (Wellington Management), and Julie Manning (LaSalle Investment Management) for a deep dive on how global REIT investors are approaching Paris Alignment and managing transition risks in their portfolios. This was an excellent platform to share how we at PGGM are pricing transition risks in our valuations, and to further share our call to action for companies. Thank you Jessica Long for the invitation! My takeaways: + Sectoral decarbonization pathways are here to stay. CRREM - Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor was the first to change the game for real estate, but it may not be the last. Expecting more developments in this area. + Real estate is "grid locked". Buildings require major improvements in energy efficiency, but the last mile on the road to net zero real estate will need to come from power. That is, grid decarbonization, and more active efforts to transition buildings (and building owners) from pure energy consumers to energy producers. + Lots of disclosure, not enough strategy. Many companies shared that investors only ask for disclosure of metrics (largely driven by regulations or their own internal reporting needs). This is a huge use of resources that could be better spent developing transition plans, getting buy-in from the board, and guiding portfolio strategy. + The listed real estate sustainability community is a special one. Open, committed, and eager to crack into nuanced technical discussions. There’s an honest willingness to share successes and failures, and I believe investors will forever have a lot to learn from the people doing this work on the ground.