Last month it was BlackRock: "One of the world’s biggest investment managers has said that transitioning to green energy will deliver significant economic growth as well as provide environmental benefits". (CREDIT: REUTERS/LUCAS JACKSON ), This month it's Aviva. The direction of travel is clear and while Sustainability may not be influencing SME board decisions today, you don't want to be left behind. Attend Freeths Sustainability Green Breakfast this Friday 5 March at 10am to find out what you need to know: https://bit.ly/2ZQJmbG
Aviva has today announced its plan to become a Net Zero carbon emissions company by 2040. This is the most demanding target of any major insurance company in the world today. The undertaking, which will inform every aspect of operations and investment decisions at Aviva, is part of its strategy to be the UK’s leading insurer, contributing to a sustainable economic recovery.
