First Sentier MUFG Sustainable Investment Institute

About the Institute

The First Sentier MUFG Sustainable Investment Institute (the Institute) provides research on topics that can advance sustainable investing. As investors, both First Sentier Investors and MUFG recognise our collective responsibility to society and that investment decisions should be made with consideration to our communities both now and in the future.

The Institute commissions research on Environmental, Societal and Governance (ESG) issues, looking in detail at a specific topic from different viewpoints. The Institute recognises that investors are now looking in far greater depth, and with far greater focus, at issues relating to sustainability and sustainable investing. These issues are often complex and require deep analysis to break down the contributing factors. If as investors we can better understand these factors, we will be better placed to consider our investment decisions and use our influence to drive positive change for the benefit of the environment and society.

The Institute is jointly supported by First Sentier Investors (FSI) and Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation, a consolidated subsidiary of MUFG. Representatives of both organisations will provide input to the activities of the Institute.

An Academic Advisory Board advises the Institute on sustainability and sustainable investment research initiatives. The Academic Advisory Board comprises prominent leaders from academia, industry and nongovernmental organisations in the fields of Responsible Investment, climate science and related ESG endeavours. The Board provides independent oversight to ensure that research output meets the highest standards of academic rigour.

Contact
Institute@firstsentier.com
www.firstsentier-mufg-sustainability.com
www.mufg-firstsentier-sustainability.jp

About First Sentier Investors

First Sentier Investors (formerly First State Investments) is a global asset management group focused on providing high quality, long-term investment capabilities to clients. We bring together independent teams of active, specialist investors who share a common commitment to responsible investment and stewardship principles. These principles are integral to our overall business management and the culture of the firm.

All our investment teams – whether in-house or individually branded – operate with discrete investment autonomy, according to their investment philosophies.

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