Columbia Threadneedle - The evolving landscape of climate investing

The question of how to incorporate climate change into investment strategies is not a straightforward one. Multiple avenues are open to asset owners looking to manage risk, allocate capital and set climate-related goals.

Early approaches to climate investing focused largely on exclusions, such as divesting coal-producing companies from portfolios. As the energy transition has progressed, growth areas such as clean technology have emerged, opening up investment opportunities and making thematic approaches more attractive. Net Zero methodologies have been developed in recent years, enabling investors to set and implement goals. And most recently, the concept of transition finance has taken centre stage, as investors consider how they can finance high-emissions companies taking a transition pathway.

The landscape for climate investing is rapidly evolving, and depending on their goals and constraints, different investors will have varying needs. Recognising this reality, Columbia Threadneedle offers a spectrum of investment options, enabling our clients to pursue the right approach for them.

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