The PRI is the world’s leading proponent of responsible investment.

 

 It works:

• to understand the investment implications of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors;

• to support its international network of investor signatories in incorporating these factors into their investment and ownership decisions.

 

The PRI acts in the long-term interests:

• of its signatories;

• of the financial markets and economies in which they operate and ultimately of the environment and society as a whole.

 

The PRI is truly independent. It encourages investors to use responsible investment to enhance returns and better manage risks, but does not operate for its own profit; it engages with global policymakers but is not associated with any government; it is supported by, but not part of, the United Nations.

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What are the six Principles for Responsible Investment?

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The six Principles for Responsible Investment are a voluntary and aspirational set of investment principles that offer a menu of possible actions for incorporating ESG issues into investment practice.

 

The Principles were developed by investors, for investors. In implementing them, signatories contribute to developing a more sustainable global financial system. They have attracted a global signatory base representing a majority of the world’s professionally managed investments.
 

• Principle 1: We will incorporate ESG issues into investment analysis and decision-making processes.

• Principle 2: We will be active owners and incorporate ESG issues into our ownership policies and practices.

• Principle 3: We will seek appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which we invest.

• Principle 4: We will promote acceptance and implementation of the Principles within the investment industry.

• Principle 5: We will work together to enhance our effectiveness in implementing the Principles.

• Principle 6: We will each report on our activities and progress towards implementing the Principles.

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