APG, AIA Thailand turn climate risk into investment opportunity
Two major asset owners discuss how they are deploying capital across the region and targeting sustainable investments in forestry, infrastructure, and green energy. For the nearly $600 billion Dutch pension fund investor, sustainable investment isn't just about ticking boxes – it's about wielding their considerable investment capital to address real-world climate and biodiversity challenges while delivering strong returns, according to Eric van der Maarel, chief executive officer of APG Asset Management’s Singapore office. "Allocating to megatrends with clear sustainability goals is...