PRI signatory with the support of Global Sustain
Press Release
Hellenic Asset Management, an Alternative Investment Fund Management firm authorized and regulated by the Hellenic Capital Market Commission, as a dedicated supporter of global initiatives regarding sustainable development and responsible investing, joined the Principles for Responsible Investments (PRI) initiative as an “Investment Manager Signatory”, with the support of Global Sustain, a firm specialized in ESG Responsible Investing Research & Integration & Sustainablity Strategy.
PRI is the most recognized and accredited action for the promotion of responsible investments and the integration of the ESG criteria into investment decisions in a global level, created with the support of the United Nations and the UNEP FI. Today, PRI lists 3,000 companies and organizations with USD 90 trillion AuM.
As a PRI signatory, Hellenic Asset Management adopts the following principles of responsible investment:
- Incorporation of ESG issues into investment analysis and decision-making processes.
- Active ownership and incorporation of ESG issues into our ownership policies and practices.
- Seeking of appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which the company invests.
- Promotion of acceptance and implementation of the Principles within the investment industry.
- Collaboration for the enhancement of the corporate effectiveness in the implementation of the principles.
- Submission of a Transparency Report regarding the activities and implementation progress of principles.
Mr. Yannis Salavopoulos, Managing Director of Global Sustain GmBH quoted: “We continue to support investment companies, banks and organisatiοns that wish to incorporate ESG criteria (Environment – Social – Governance) into investment decisions and corporate strategy and be part of global initiatives such as PRI by thereby ensuring a long-term sustainable outcome.”