Sustainability
As an emerging markets-focused investment manager, Aztiq Finances' success has always been rooted in understanding sustainability within the markets where we operate and invest. We recognize the critical role we play in deploying our clients' capital and the impact this can have on the sustainability of the environment and broader society. As such, we have integrated sustainability, along with the consideration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, into our operations. This is overseen by the Head of Sustainability and ESG Integration, with Board accountability maintained through our specialized ESG Committee, which has overall responsibility for Aztiq Finances' sustainability and responsible investing framework across our operational and investment activities.
Aztiq Finances' commitment to sustainability extends to all stakeholders, ensuring we manage our operations in ways that support the health and well-being of our employees. Our distinctive culture ensures that our teams work in a constructive environment that fosters personal and professional growth. Achieving sustainability can take many forms, and within the context of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the greatest impact and change can be made in emerging markets. Two key areas are particularly relevant for these regions:
Environmental challenges**, especially the effects of climate change, which are often felt most acutely by the companies and communities where we operate and invest. Our investment processes integrate environmental factors in portfolio construction, and we support global and industry-specific initiatives such as the Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) recommendations, as well as alignment with the Paris Agreement, including net-zero initiatives.
