A Dutch Pension Fund's Perspective on Sustainable and Responsible Investing

Sustainability is increasingly shaping pension fund investment portfolios, with a focus on ESG factors influencing every decision. This article highlights how Dutch pension funds, particularly ABP, integrate responsible investing, managing €600 billion. Key drivers include risk and return, regulation, participant preferences, and a desire for a positive global impact. ESG integration, robust data, and SDG investments guide the approach, demonstrating that sustainable investing can lead to positive outcomes without sacrificing returns. The future will see further growth and regulatory influence in responsible investing.