Schroders Wins Impact Investing Platform of the Year for Pioneering Multi-Asset Strategies and Rigorous Impact Management

Schroders Wins Impact Investing Platform of the Year for Pioneering Multi-Asset Strategies and Rigorous Impact Management

(IN BRIEF) Schroders has been named Impact Investing Platform of the Year at the Environmental Finance Impact Awards, recognizing its outstanding impact management process and robust governance structure. As a leading active asset manager, Schroders has developed a comprehensive cross-asset class impact capability, launching 20 strategies across seven asset classes, including listed and private equity, debt, infrastructure, real estate, and multi-asset solutions. Schroders’ specialist private market arm, Schroders Capital, has amplified its impact investing reach, leveraging BlueOrchard’s 20+ years of expertise since its acquisition in 2019. This achievement highlights Schroders’ ability to address global challenges through impactful investments such as onshore wind farms, climate insurance, and sustainable community banking. Earlier this year, Schroders published its first Impact Report, underscoring its commitment to measurable and transparent positive change alongside financial returns. The accolade further cements Schroders’ market leadership and its dedication to scaling solutions for environmental and social impact.

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 17-Dec-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Schroders has been recognized as the Impact Investing Platform of the Year at the prestigious Environmental Finance Impact Awards. This accolade highlights Schroders’ outstanding governance framework and comprehensive approach to managing impact investments.

The Environmental Finance Impact Awards celebrate leaders in impact investing, shining a spotlight on organizations that set benchmarks for excellence across asset classes and global markets. Schroders, a prominent and diversified active asset manager, stood out for its extensive cross-asset class impact platform. With 20 innovative strategies spanning seven asset classes—including listed equity, private equity, listed debt, private debt, infrastructure, real estate, and multi-asset solutions—the firm has demonstrated its ability to deliver both measurable impact and financial returns.

Earlier this year, Schroders published its inaugural Impact Report, a detailed overview showcasing the tangible, positive outcomes generated by its impact strategies. The report underscores Schroders’ steadfast commitment to advancing impact investing and delivering solutions that align with environmental and social priorities.

Schroders Capital, the company’s specialist private markets division, plays a central role in this success. Managing $97.3 billion in assets[1], Schroders Capital has built on the legacy of BlueOrchard, the impact investing pioneer it acquired in 2019. BlueOrchard’s 20-year track record has been a cornerstone in strengthening Schroders’ capabilities, enabling the firm to respond to complex investor demands while driving sustainable change.

The platform’s breadth has facilitated investments in an impressive range of impactful projects and businesses. These include onshore wind farms along England’s coastline, community-focused banking initiatives supporting underserved regions in the US, and investments in the blue economy aimed at tackling overfishing, pollution, and habitat loss. Climate insurance projects in sub-Saharan Africa further demonstrate the platform’s reach in addressing critical global challenges.

This latest award underscores Schroders’ growing influence in the impact investment landscape and affirms its leadership in the sector.

Maria Teresa Zappia, Head of Sustainability and Impact at Schroders Capital, Global Head of Impact at Schroders, and Deputy CEO of BlueOrchard, commented on the recognition:

“This award is a testament to the robust impact platform we have built across Schroders and BlueOrchard. With 20 distinct strategies spanning seven asset classes, we are tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges—from financial inclusion and renewable energy to climate insurance and beyond.

The collaboration between Schroders and BlueOrchard exemplifies how partnerships can scale impact investing to deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes with integrity. Our commitment to transparency and rigorous impact management ensures that we can create positive change while achieving financial returns for our clients.”

Schroders’ reputation for leadership in impact investing has been further solidified in recent years. In the prior Environmental Finance Impact Awards, Catherine Macaulay, Schroders’ Impact Investment Lead, was honored as Young Professional of the Year/Rising Star. Around the same time, Schroders and BlueOrchard earned top recognition on Bluemark’s Impact Practice Leaderboard for their alignment with the Operating Principles for Impact Management. This independent verification—the first for Schroders’ impact framework and the third for BlueOrchard—reinforces their shared commitment to transparency, rigor, and accountability in driving measurable impact.

By continuously innovating and scaling its impact platform, Schroders has cemented its position as a leading force in sustainable investing, dedicated to addressing global challenges while delivering value to investors.

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Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions, with £773.7 billion (€912.6 billion; $978.1 billion) of assets under management at 30 June 2024. As a UK listed FTSE100 company, Schroders has a market capitalisation of circa £6 billion and over 6,000 employees across 38 locations. Established in 1804, Schroders remains true to its roots as a family-founded business. The Schroder family continues to be a significant shareholder, holding approximately 44% of the issued share capital.

Schroders’ success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies. The company offers innovative products and solutions through four core business divisions: Public Markets, Solutions, Wealth Management, and Schroders Capital, which focuses on private markets, including private equity, renewable infrastructure investing, private debt & credit alternatives, and real estate.

Schroders aims to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. This means directing capital towards resilient businesses with sustainable business models, consistently with the investment goals of its clients. Schroders serves a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.

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[1] As of 30 June 2024 (including non-fee earning dry powder and in-house cross holdings)

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