Maxime Boccart sustainable stories
Net Zero: investing sustainably
The concept of "Net Zero" is everywhere, but what does it really mean? And how does this commitment influence our investments?

Did you know that today, 72% of companies invested in sustainable asset funds already have a Net Zero objective?

Maxime Boccart, Fund Manager

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Sustainable. Stories. Net Zero

Integrating

the climate component

Practically speaking, what does this mean for investments within the funds?
  • We have established a working group to integrate the climate component into our investments. This involves assessing the carbon intensity of companies. In fact, our sustainable asset management funds have a carbon intensity that is 40% lower than the market average.
  • We also encourage companies to make Net Zero commitments.

Beyond

low emissions

However, consistently favoring low-emission companies is not enough. To decarbonize the economy, we also need to invest in industrial players that offer concrete solutions, such as electrifying the economy or insulating buildings.
Maxime Boccart

After the commitment

Making a commitment is just the first step. Next, we need to implement concrete measures to decarbonize. Every year, we monitor the progress of companies and identify those that are falling behind their plans. Dialogue with them is essential to assess their credibility.
In conclusion, considering climate risk is complex but essential. It requires analysing carbon intensity, the impact of decarbonization, and Net Zero commitments. At Degroof Petercam, we are committed to meeting this challenge!

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Maxime Boccart sustainable stories

Net Zero: investing sustainably

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Sustainable learning

"Working at Degroof Petercam enables me to align my personal values with my professional responsibilities."
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"We are convinced that financial analysis alone does not reflect the reality in which companies operate."
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Sustainable engagement

"As investors, we don't only provide capital, but we also have a voice in how these entities are runned."
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