The most powerful tool our pension fund has to drive positive change is choosing where to invest.
The Environment Agency Pension Fund (EAPF) has chosen to invest 4% of our assets in nature - about £200m. This is enhancing biodiversity, enriching lives, tackling climate change and delivering a good financial return to boot.
The government is now consulting on proposals to put the LGPS on a clearer, firmer trajectory to scale and consolidation, as well as measures to improve scheme governance and investment. These proposals will seek to provide long-term clarity and sustainability, putting the scheme on the strongest possible footing for the future.
So it was an honour for the Fund to be invited to St James Palace in November to participate in an event by the Circular Bioeconomy Alliance. Established by King Charles III, this initiative seeks to put nature front and centre of our economy. It was inspirational to be alongside people from so many different walks of life who share our passion for making positive choices to look after the natural world.
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