Impact

The extent and type of investments differ between Pension Fund Swiss Re and Swiss Re. The main reasons for this are the laws that Swiss pension funds must comply with, as well as the risk capacity of the pension fund, which does not allow certain investments.

Within the asset class of infrastructure debt, the Pension Fund Swiss Re is looking to grow its allocations to renewable energy and social infrastructure. In this context, potential investments that meet the predefined risk-return profile are regularly monitored.

Currently, the Pension Fund Swiss Re is financing social housing in the United Kingdom. This benefits socio-economic groups without the means to meet their housing needs at market rates.

In the renewable energy sector, the Pension Fund Swiss Re invests in solar power plants in the United States finances smart energy meters in the United Kingdom and photovoltaic systems in Germany.

In private equity investments, it was decided at the beginning of 2022 to invest in a new impact module in the area of co-investments. The module makes co-investments in particularly sustainable companies.

The Pension Fund Swiss Re is committed to giving due consideration to the economic, environmental and social dimension within its Swiss real estate direct investments. The desired standards and certifications vary between the Pension Fund Swiss Re and Swiss Re as a result of the laws and industry recommendations for Swiss pension funds.

In managing its Swiss real estate direct investments portfolio, the Pension Fund Swiss Re incorporates sustainability criteria by pursuing MINERGIE® Standards for energy-efficient buildings. New buildings must meet the MINERGIE®-ECO Standard and use only non-fossil fuels for heating and cooling. Furthermore, additional sustainability aspects such as energy efficiency, biodiversity and mobility are taken into account for new buildings and comprehensive renovations.