Charles Avery
W2AF confirms the water sector is 'investment ready' and will be judged on its climate and gender impact, says impact manager Dina Pons.
The new fund of funds combines existing commitments by MAPFRE subsidiaries with new investments.
Actis is also aiming for 50% AUM in climate solutions by 2030 and is 'quite confident' it can hit target, says head of sustainability Shami Nissan.
The firm opted to close in November 2022 rather than continue into 2023 due to 'market conditions', according to co-founder Ross Iverson.
Christine Chang has joined from Big Society Capital to develop Apposite's health-focused impact agenda.
A survey of 100 GPs found that EMEA managers think they the front runners in portfolio-level diversity.
Village Capital-led research finds that more 'comprehensive and data-driven' decision-making materially reduces the gender fundraising gap.
Managers warn that their ESG policies mean investors 'may decide to withdraw previously committed capital'.
Having recently invested in Bristol & Bath Regional Capital, Zamo founder Jim Roth explains the firm’s future plans.
Target returns from carbon offset funds range from 5-14%, according to bfinance's head of ESG and responsible investment.