At Jupiter, we recognise that as an asset manager, we have a dual responsibility to promote sustainability. On the one hand, we aim to invest responsibly in companies that respect environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors, and that contribute to the transition to a low-carbon and inclusive economy. On the other hand, we also strive to embed sustainability throughout our own operations and supply chain, reducing our environmental impact and enhancing our social value. By doing so, we aim to create long-term value for our clients and stakeholders.
Jupiter’s Corporate Sustainability strategy consists of action through three key pillars:
Reporting & Ratings
At Jupiter, we believe that reporting and ratings are essential tools to communicate our sustainability performance and impact to our stakeholders. We use the following approaches to disclose our sustainability information:
Mandatory Reporting
We comply with all relevant regulations and standards that require us to report on our sustainability performance. This ensures that we adhere to our legal and ethical obligations, foster transparency and accountability and provide consistent and comparable data to our shareholders, clients and regulators. Please see our Resources & Reports section for more information.
Voluntary Reporting
We go beyond regulatory compliance by reporting on our sustainability initiatives and achievements through other voluntary frameworks, such as CDP (previously Carbon Disclosure Project) and the United Nations Principles of Responsible Investment. This demonstrates our commitment to higher standards of sustainability reporting, showcases our proactive leadership and innovation and seeks to enhance our credibility and investor confidence. Please see our Resources & Reports section for more information.
Sustainability Ratings
We participate in various sustainability ratings and assessments which provide external benchmarking and validation of our corporate sustainability performance. These ratings help us identify our strengths and areas for improvement. Our sustainability reporting and ratings are reflected in the following scores and recognitions:
- MSCI (AAA)
- Sustainalytics (16.7 Low Risk)
- FTSE4Good (4.6/5)
- Bloomberg (51.11%)
- Moody’s ESG Solutions (45%)
- CDP (A-)
Please see our Resources & Reports section for more information.
Metrics, Targets & Initiatives
At Jupiter, we use sustainability metrics, targets and initiatives as the three key aspects to measure, manage and improve our environmental performance and impact at a corporate level.
Sustainability Metrics
Accurate data collection and management is fundamental to understanding and improving our environmental impact, forming the basis for decision making, strategy and development. We assess metrics related to our Scope 1, 2 and 3 operational footprint on an annual basis, using the Greenhouse Gas Protocol. We disclose our performance and progress through various channels, such as our Annual Report, our website and our participation in the CDP (previously Carbon Disclosure Project) climate change questionnaire.
Sustainability Targets
Setting clear, measurable targets provides direction and accountability, and is essential for driving continuous improvement and achieving long-term sustainability goals. We have set ambitious targets on our operational decarbonisation, in line with a 1.5 degree C pathway.
Please see our Annual Report in the Resources & Reports section for more information.
Sustainability Initiatives
Specific initiatives translate strategy into action and demonstrate tangible commitment and progress toward environmental sustainability and operational efficiency. We have implemented various initiatives across our operations, such as switching to renewable electricity, enhancing our recycling and waste management, promoting green travel and engaging our employees and suppliers on sustainability issues.
Please see our Resources & Reports section for more information.
Stakeholder Engagement
As allocators of capital, we have a duty of care to our stakeholders. Through this pillar we intend to deepen relationships we have with our communities, people and shareholders.
Internal Stakeholders
We believe that engaging our employees through training and involvement in sustainability efforts enhances awareness, drives behavioural change and fosters a responsible culture within the organisation. We provide updates and training on sustainability and initiatives through various internal channels and encourage our employees to share their views and feedback on our sustainability practices. Moreover, we support our employees to take part in volunteering and fundraising activities that contribute to social and environmental causes aligned with our values and priorities.
External Stakeholders
We understand that effective engagement with our external stakeholders is essential for transparency, building trust and aligning with stakeholder expectations. We engage with our clients, shareholders, regulators, suppliers, and other stakeholders through meetings, calls, events, and surveys to understand their perspectives and address their concerns on sustainability issues. If you would like to help us on our sustainability journey, we invite you to engage with us directly by emailing corporatesustainability@jupiteram.com
Industry Associations
We recognise the value of participating in industry associations and collaborative efforts that allow for the sharing of best practice, leveraging collective action and influencing broader industry standards and policies, as well as staying aware of latest trends, regulatory changes and identifying common issues and approaches to corporate sustainability commitments. We are members of several industry initiatives and networks, such as the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), the Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change (IIGCC), the UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (UKSIF), and the United Nations Global Compact, among others. Please see below for a list of organisations we are proud to support:
