- Geopolitical and economic shifts impacting investment environment.
- Challenges in measuring impact versus outcomes due to evolving ESG frameworks.
- Uncertainty regarding the impact of political changes on net-zero efforts.
- Water scarcity and water stress in many parts of the world.
- High interest rates and project delays impacting renewable energy manufacturers.
Vontobel Fund – Global Environmental Change
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2024 reporting, Vontobel Fund – Global Environmental Change disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 85 t CO2 (Scope 1&2). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
85 t CO2 (Scope 1&2)
2024
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 85 t CO2 (Scope 1&2) |
| 2022 | 199.4 mn t (total from all portfolio companies), 5,500 t (attributable to the fund) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Potential avoided emissions (PAE) of 1,200 tons of CO2 per EUR 1 million invested, reflecting a carbon footprint to PAE ratio of 14.
- Renewable energy generated: 160.2 GWh
- Water recycled or saved: 125.9 mn m3
- Waste collected/recycled: 116,100 t
- Materials captured for circular economy: 56,500 t
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero emissions by 2030 in our banking book investments and operations.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeWater ManagementResource EfficiencyCircular EconomyClean Energy