Olivia Mooney, Responsible Investment Consultant at Hymans Robertson, comments on the need for pension schemes to be bolder when working with asset managers on their stewardship and responsible investment (RI) activities.

The role of stewardship in helping to manage risks brought about by climate change and other ESG issues must not be underestimated, so the launch of this guide is timely. By clearly defining the expectations for trustees on stewardship activities it aims to support them in their engagement with managers.

Stewardship will continue rising-up the agenda for pensions schemes. We want all asset owners to recognise its power and use the leverage they have, and to address pressing sustainability issues, like helping to transition to a net-zero economy. We are committed to driving change in this area and a huge part of that for us will be to help shift attitudes to stewardship. It’s vital that Pension schemes view the changes that need to be made and their role in stewarding as both necessary and rewarding.

Full release: Pension Schemes should be bolder when it comes to RI

Media contact: Patrice Seaforth, Hymans Robertson, 0207 826 053, patrice.seaforth@hymans.co.uk