IMPAX Asset Management

Founded in 1998, Impax is a specialist asset manager investing in the opportunities arising from the transition to a more sustainable economy, and is one of the investment management sector’s largest investment teams dedicated to sustainable development. Impax believes that capital markets will be shaped profoundly by global sustainability challenges, including climate change, pollution and essential investments in human capital, infrastructure and resource efficiency. These trends will drive growth for well-positioned companies and create risks for those unable or unwilling to adapt. The company seeks to invest in higher quality companies with strong business models that demonstrate sound management of risk. Impax offers a well-rounded suite of investment solutions spanning multiple asset classes seeking superior risk-adjusted returns over the medium to long term.

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The dangers of creating an echo chamber for corporate management

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The dangers of creating an echo chamber for corporate management

Three ways in which we believe Exxon’s recent lawsuit against its own investors is mistaken – and unwise

Lifting the lid on impact bonds: 5 questions for investors

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Lifting the lid on impact bonds: 5 questions for investors

In this Q&A, we explore nuances of the asset class and how rigour and expertise can help investors navigate an...

Enabling technologies core to the AI revolution

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Enabling technologies core to the AI revolution

The artificial intelligence boom is underpinned by a rich ecosystem of hardware and software companies. Here we explore the tailwinds...

Turning down the dial on cooling-related emissions

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Turning down the dial on cooling-related emissions

More efficient refrigerants, heat pumps, thermal storage and systems automation can keep buildings cool with a lower environmental impact

AI’s double-edged role in the sustainability revolution

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AI’s double-edged role in the sustainability revolution

How should investors view the trade-offs between AI’s rising consumption of resources and its positive applications? Here we explore AI’s...

Untangling the intangible asset of workplace culture

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Untangling the intangible asset of workplace culture

In this paper, we introduce our new tool – the Impax Corporate Culture Indicator – that enables the structural and...

Seeking resilience

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Seeking resilience

This paper reviews Impax’s pioneering physical climate risk (PCR) engagement since2020 with companies in a range of industries, suggests what...

Impact Report 2024

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Impact Report 2024

This year, we report the avoided greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with the activities of our investee companies, as well...

The business case for diversity and inclusion

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The business case for diversity and inclusion

Our annual update on research supporting wider, deeper pools of talent

Systematic stewardship in action: Gender diversity in Japan

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Systematic stewardship in action: Gender diversity in Japan

A case study in long-term engagement with Japanese companies, regulators and policymakers to improve gender diversity on boards

Constructive on equipment rental

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Constructive on equipment rental

Vast investment in US megaprojects supports structural demand for rental economy services

Mobilising finance to achieve a more resilient economy

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Mobilising finance to achieve a more resilient economy

Introducing a framework that governments, companies and investors can use to mobilise finance and increase climate resilience