Impax Asset Management : receives Circulars Investor Award during World Economic Forums Annual Meeting in Davos

Impax receives Circulars Investor Award during World Economic Forums Annual Meeting in Davos

London, 23 January 2019 - On the evening of the 21st January 2019, in Davos during the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting, Impax Asset Management founder and CEO Ian Simm, was presented with theCirculars 'Investor' Award.

The Awards recognise individuals and organisations around the world in the private and public sectors, as well as civil society, that are innovatively making strides in the circular economy and trailblazing a more sustainable future.

Impax received the Investor Award "for leading the way in investment to support a transition to a more circular economy." The Judges recognised "Impax's pioneering environmental markets classification system (that) was developed in 1999 and adopted by the FTSE in 2007."

Dominic Waughray, Managing Director, Head of the Centre for Global Public Goods, at the World Economic Forum said; "Scaling the circular economy transformation is critical, and the individuals and businesses we celebrate are leading the charge."

The Circular Awards were sponsored by Accenture. Peter Lacy, Senior Managing Director, Accenture Strategy, said; "Consumers, employees, stakeholders and policymakers alike expect companies to lead with purpose around sustainability and are holding them accountable. Inaction or idleness can severely harm competitiveness, with a drop in stakeholder trust costing businesses globally US$180 billion in potential revenues. Moving to a circular economy delivers the disruptive change needed to secure a sustainable future, while enabling businesses to unlock innovation and growth. We are proud to recognise the individuals and organisations that are leading the circular movement, creating a thriving global economy."

To learn more about the Circular Awards and their seven 2019 winners visithttps://thecirculars.org/our-finalists

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About Impax Asset Management

Founded in 1998, Impax is a specialist asset manager, with approximately £11.6 billion1 in both listed and real asset strategies, investing in the opportunities arising from the transition to a more sustainable global economy.

We believe that capital markets will be shaped profoundly by global sustainability challenges, including climate change, pollution and essential investments in human capital, infrastructure and resource efficiency. These trends will drive growth for well- positioned companies and create risks for those unable or unwilling to adapt.

We invest in higher quality companies with strong business models that demonstrate sound management of risk.

Impax offers a well-rounded suite of investment solutions spanning multiple asset classes seeking superior risk-adjusted returns over the medium to long term.

www.impaxam.com

1as of 31 December 2018

Issued in the UK by Impax Asset Management Limited, authorised and regulated by The Financial Conduct Authority. Registered in England & Wales, number 03583839. Impax Asset Management Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Impax Asset Management Group plc. Impax Asset Management Group plc is registered in England & Wales, number 03262305.