Five steps to building a net zero strategy and climate transition action plan – Hymans Robertson

The world must undergo a period of systemic change to protect our environment, societies, and economy from climate change.

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... Asset owners need to effectively plan the actions that they will take to achieve their climate ambitions and realise positive real-world change. When it comes to fiduciary duty, systemic risks such as climate risk must be taken into consideration, irrespective of scheme or fund size.

Hymans Robertson's ABC approach to responsible investment, as set out in their responsible investment mission statement, begins with ‘achieving net zero’, and as part of this pillar they support clients in understanding what net zero means for them. This includes how they can take meaningful action to align with this ambition and set credible net-zero strategies in line with the broader goal of decarbonisation.

So, how can you go about setting a credible net-zero strategy? In this publication, Mhairi Gooch explores this in more detail, outlining targets and actions for schemes, five essential steps to building a plan and how to get started.

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