Metals & mining sector engagement: Boliden
The mining industry can be considered the backbone of society and contributes significantly to the economy, as many of the products we use every day are made up of metals and other minerals.
Our insights
Here we are pleased to demonstrate how we try to find an answer to all these questions, what dilemmas we face in doing so, the results we achieve, and where we could possibly encounter difficulties. We share the lessons we learn, the new insights we gain and, above all, we look towards the future.
Our articles
Towards performance-based engagement on human rights
One year ago, PGGM and Shift entered into a partnership to strengthen PGGM’s role and capabilities to take effective actions in safeguarding human rights. Looking ahead to Human Rights Day, PGGM is pleased to share our learnings and the milestones we have achieved in the past one year, writes Rui Chang.
Data sharing will make pensions more accessible
This is how the Dutch pension sector is responding to the European desire to enable data sharing within the financial sector.
Collaboration is the key for credible transition plans
PGGM endorses the innovative approach of the company Bunge and the NGO Ceres
Project De Trappenberg: a combination of healthcare and real estate
Thijs van Gelder, senior investment manager Private Real Estate, and his colleagues invest in real estate aiming for good returns at acceptable risks while making an impact. The investment in the realization of 340 care homes on-site De Trappenberg in Huizen meets all three dimensions. Thijs explains how.
Fudura: playing a pivotal role in the Dutch energy transition
As a long-term investor, PGGM is interested in assets that yield financial returns and align with impactful objectives. Investment manager Ezgi Karaca: ‘We decided to invest in Fudura due to its pivotal role in the Dutch energy transition and its ability to offer solutions to address congestion in the energy sector.’
Essange Reagents: an asset and an impact maker
Essange Reagents, acquired by Gilde Healthcare in '22, is ready to take the next step as international producer of hematology and immune reagents. An interesting investment, according to investment manager Ester Nafee: “They strive for a leading position in reagent development with the higher goal of helping patients.”
Saur: sufficient, safe and affordable water for everyone
At the end of 2022, PGGM and DIF Capital each took a 25% stake in French water company Saur. Investment Manager Martijn Verwoest: 'With our investments, we want to ensure that Saur can play a key role in the global water transition: ensuring sufficient, safe and high quality water for everyone.'