BlackRock launches world ESG insights equity fund
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Hope William-Smith, Professional Pensions
BlackRock has this week launched a fund designed to simplify environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing through a focus on factors that demonstrate materiality for investors.
The Authorised Contractual Scheme (ACS) World ESG Insights Equity Fund is underpinned by BlackRock s existing ESG framework, designed to overweight companies it believes may benefit from capturing ESG risks while also aiming for a 50 per cent reduction in carbon intensity compared to the FTSE Developed Index.
BlackRock adds to ESG offering with new insights equity fund
By Tom Higgins 28
th April 2021 3:47 pm
BlackRock has launched a new ESG oriented equity fund, adding to its portfolio of products with a sustainable tilt.
The Authorised Contractual Scheme (ACS) World ESG Insights Equity Fund will have a focus on demonstrating materiality by simplifying ESG investing.
The fund will be managed by Jonathan Adams and Andre Bertolotti who will utilise research insights from BlackRock’s Sustainable Investing team.
BlackRock head of UK Sarah Melvin said: “With the significant reallocation of capital to companies with more sustainable practices already underway, pension schemes, insurers, and wealth platforms are asking for our help to realise this historic investment opportunity.
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The Authorised Contractual Scheme (ACS) World ESG Insights Equity Fund is underpinned by BlackRock s existing ESG framework
BlackRock has launched a fund designed to simplify ESG investing through the focus on factors demonstrating materiality.
The Authorised Contractual Scheme (ACS) World ESG Insights Equity Fund is underpinned by BlackRock s existing ESG framework, designed to overweight companies it believes may benefit from capturing ESG risks while also aiming for a 50% reduction in carbon intensity compared to the FTSE Developed Index.