Environmental Investment InitiativesWe have a strong track record of mobilizing financial capital in new and innovative ways, consistent with the highest fiduciary standards. We are just starting to explore ways in which it can marry the jet stream of finance and the capital markets with public purpose. Our goals are to achieve positive financial returns, while fostering energy savings, sustainable growth and sound environmental practices.
Learn about CalPERS investment initiatives by asset class below.
CalPERS $600 million Environmental Technology Program Board targets investments in environmental technology solutions that are more efficient and less polluting than existing technologies such as recycling; minimizing the use of natural resources; and reducing emissions, refuse, and contamination to air, water, and land. The primary objective of the Program is to achieve attractive investment returns over the long-term and help catalyze the adoption of environmental and clean technologies to the broader marketplace. Learn more here.CalPERS Board has adopted a plan to shine light on corporate environmental liabilities, and improve transparency and timely disclosure of environmental impacts. Under the plan, we are pursuing a number of initiatives aimed at improving environmental data transparency. Read more about the strategy here.CalPERS Board has earmarked $500 million for investment in stock portfolios that use environmental screens. Learn about the pool of money managers who have a superior track record of investing assets using environmental strategies.Learn more about our strategies for environmental investments in the area of real estate.CalPERS recently completed a 560,000 square foot expansion office project in downtown Sacramento. Integral to the design and construction of the building was a focus on conservation of energy, use of renewable resources and a commitment to meeting LEED certification requirements for a sustainable design building.Review staff presentations and CalPERS Board materials related to environmental investing, and access links to industry environmental initiatives. Dated: 03-17-2008
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Environmental Investment Initiatives
