Our approach to investing begins here, with our Impact Investment Standards. We believe our social and environmental standards can help us identify strong long-term investments across both our equity and fixed-income strategies. 

Each of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are reflected in our Impact Investment Standards, which were first published in 2005. Through the application of our standards, we believe we can build SDG-aligned portfolios that support the strength and resiliency of our social, environmental and financial systems. 

We evaluate companies on two levels: the degree to which their businesses are aligned with our goals of universal human dignity and ecological sustainability, and the strength of their stakeholder relations. We seek to invest in business models that create solutions for social and environmental challenges and provide access to the underserved.

Fixed-income investments are particularly well suited for addressing a wide range of economic disparities in our society. For non-corporate fixed-income, we look to address a broad range of issues, including affordable housing, education, economic development, health care, and the environment.