Towards a long-term net zero climate investment strategy

The Phoenix Group (Phoenix) and Aberdeen Standard Investments (ASI) have a deep and enduring relationship which is the result of many years working together. ASI manages £171.5bn* of assets under management on behalf of Phoenix. Over recent years both companies have worked together extensively on developing a roadmap to integrate ESG principles into the investment management strategies which underpin the management of these assets.

This paper sets out our approach to achieving Net Zero within these investment strategies. We recognise this is just the start of an important journey together and we hope that our experience to date is of value to the reader.

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