Ardian awarded ESG best practices honours 2019

The judging panel, composed of external members including OECD, PRI, FIR, FRR, ETHIFINANCE, rewarded Ardian’s responsible investment approach, developed over the last 10 years, and its commitment to reaching ambitious CSR commitments, such as value sharing, an initiative Ardian began in 2008. This is also a recognition of Ardian’s code of conduct, designed to create a thriving economy and ensure sustainable success.

Philippe Poletti, Head of Ardian Buyout and Member of the Executive Committee, Chairman of the Sustainability Committee says: “Ardian is a pioneer of responsible investment in private equity and real assets. Over the past decade, we’ve taken the lead in our industry, and we’re determined to stay at the forefront. We strongly believe our companies must go beyond delivering purely financial returns, which is why we’ve resolved to measure and improve the impact of our portfolio without accepting any trade-off in performance. We truly think this ambition will drive more distinctive returns, both in the industry and more broadly.”

Candice Brenet, Head of Sustainability comments: “We are extremely proud to be recognized at these awards. It acknowledges our long-term efforts to lead the private investment industry towards best practices. As Ardian is expanding worldwide, we have both a greater responsibility, as well as a greater opportunity to make more of a positive impact. Sustainable development is completely embedded in our culture. Our 10-year history in the sustainability field is one of experimenting and taking new initiatives every year, and it’s been successful. We have great ambition in the coming months and years, and we aim to maintain our high standards.”

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