Sustainable investment policy
Policy created (2021)
Policy reviewed (2025)
At Oum El-Bouaghi University, we understand the significant role that investment plays in achieving beneficial social and environmental results. Our sustainable investment policy embodies our dedication to incorporating sustainability into our investment choices, ensuring that our financial resources are in harmony with our principles and long-term sustainability objectives. By taking into account environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in our investment approach, we aim to deliver both financial gains and positive societal impacts. The fundamental components of our policy encompass:
- ESG Integration
a. We will factor in environmental, social, and governance elements in our investment evaluations and decision-making processes.
b. We will assess potential investments based on their compatibility with our sustainability objectives, which include, but are not limited to, renewable energy, clean technologies, healthcare solutions, and other socially responsible industries.
c. We will collaborate with companies and investment managers to promote ESG best practices and enhance transparency.
- Positive Impact Investment
a. We will proactively pursue investment opportunities that yield quantifiable positive social and environmental outcomes alongside financial returns.
b. We will give precedence to investments in sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other areas that tackle global sustainability issues.
c. We will evaluate investments that enhance the welfare of local communities and support sustainable development.
- Shareholder Engagement and Voting
a. We will utilize our rights as shareholders to work alongside companies within our investment portfolio, urging them to implement sustainable practices, enhance ESG performance, and tackle emerging sustainability challenges
b. We will engage in responsible proxy voting, endorsing resolutions and initiatives that are in line with our sustainability goals and holding companies accountable for their actions.
- Divestment from Unsustainable Activities
a. We will actively review our investment portfolio to pinpoint and divest from companies engaged in activities such as fossil fuel extraction, tobacco manufacturing, human rights abuses, or any other practices that contradict our sustainability objectives.
b. We will consistently evaluate the effects of our investments on the environment, society, and governance, taking necessary steps to ensure our portfolio aligns with sustainable principles.
- Reporting and Transparency
a. We will deliver regular and transparent reports on our sustainable investment practices, including details on the ESG criteria applied in investment decisions, the makeup of our portfolio, and the social and environmental impacts of our investments.
b. We will proactively engage with stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, and the broader community, to disseminate information and gather feedback on our sustainable investment strategy.
By adhering to this sustainable investment policy, Oum El-Bouaghi University seeks to utilize its financial resources to foster positive change, aid in the transition to a more sustainable economy, and generate long-term value for both current and future generations.