We help deliver sustainable growth for the long term by embracing a unique and differentiated approach to responsible investing.

Through our investments we deliver positive impact and better outcomes for the companies we partner with. We do this through a collaborative approach alongside the teams we work with, bringing to bear our experience and track record, to make a real difference.

Responsible Investing

We recognise that being a responsible investor means taking action at both a firm and portfolio company level. We want all our portfolio companies to strive to have a low environmental and positive societal impact whilst creating value for all our stakeholders, just as we do with our own business.

We have long considered sustainability factors in our investment process, and our responsible investing approach is rooted in working closely with our stakeholders to progress towards a better future. With the pace of change of regulation and innovative opportunities to incorporate sustainability as part of the value creation strategy, we cannot stand still.

Our Responsible Investing Framework

Our Responsible Investing Framework exists to create long term sustainable value as risks and opportunities evolve across our business and market.

We are committed to upholding strong sustainability practices and governance structures, operating in line with our Responsible Investing Policy and producing better outcomes for all stakeholders.

We target long term sustainable growth by adhering to industry standards and frameworks, and the guidelines set within, such as the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (‘SASB’), the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UN PRI), and the ESG Data Convergence Initiative (‘EDCI’).

We believe in actively managing the sustainability agenda across all our investments. We encourage and actively support our portfolio companies to continuously evolve and enhance their sustainability programmes.

We monitor the progress of sustainability performance at the firm and portfolio company level. Portfolio companies report their progress against a consistent and comprehensive set of KPIs. This process enables us to actively monitor and engage with management teams and discuss areas for improvement and progression.

Our Responsible Investing programme is mandated by the Management Committee and led by our RI Committee. Our Senior Responsible Investment Manager reports into the RI Committee quarterly, and together with members of the committee has oversight for the design, delivery and execution of our RI programme across Synova and the portfolio. The RI committee comprises members of the Management Committee.