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7 . Where do advisers fit into this ? Advisers are going to be an essential part of the transition to net zero as they play a key role as gatekeepers of private client capital . Regulation will also start to drive this , particularly with the plans for Sustainability Disclosure Requirements ( SDR ) which will introduce labels for sustainable investment products and should also help advisers to establish which sustainable products are suitable for clients based on their preferences . Further details on this will be defined through the consultation process taking place throughout 2022 .
8 . Is client demand for sustainable investment really rising ? In the Schroders 2021 Annual Adviser Survey , 75 % of advisers reported an increase in the number of clients asking for sustainable investment options over the previous 12 months . The Schroders ’ flagship Global Investor Study also identified that 57 % of investors would be happy to move to a sustainable portfolio assuming the same level of risk and diversification as they want to make a positive impact .
9 . How do we know if investments are impacting the environment – both positively and negatively ? There is a growing requirement to both measure and report on environmental and climate impact . Investors expect transparent reporting on sustainability objectives . Asset managers such as Schroders have many tools at their disposal to assess which businesses operate sustainably , and this range enables us to examine both financial and non-financial metrics . Client reporting should also reflect the impact that client investments are having on people and planet .
10 . Where can I learn more ? At Schroders , we have a range of support available , including our Guide to Net Zero and client-facing A-Z of sustainability terms . Our team are always happy to deliver sustainable investing training to adviser businesses .
To download our sustainable investing guides and for more information on Schroder Investment Solutions , simply visit www . schroders . com / sustainable-solutions , contact your usual Schroders ’ representative or call our Business Development Desk on 0207 658 3894 .
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