ESG
Environment, Social, Governance
Consideration of ESG-criteria should be an integral part of the forestry investment process. The long-term nature of forestry investments and the different phases of the life cycle of a forestry investment are taken into account
INVESTMENT IN FORESTRY
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Forestry is among the investments with the highest ESG scores and plays a critical role in mitigating climate change by reducing global carbon emissions
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Carbon capture
Global forest management can help significantly reduce the impact of global emissions
Sustainable forest management
When trees are harvested, they are subsequently replanted or are already in place through natural regeneration. This creates a perpetual cycle, each with a new generation
Promoting biodiversity
Forests provide sheltered habitats for wildlife, often harboring endangered species
Regulation of water supply and quality
Forests protect the soils critical to water storage, filtration and quality
LATIFUNDIUM - THE COMPANY
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We firmly believe that the consideration of relevant ESG-criteria is directly relevant to our investment results
That's why we developed S.T.A.F®
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We value ""humane"" considerations in relation to our employees, our customers and the communities in which we operate
We strive to be honest, ethical and moral, transparent and caring in everything we do
We strive to always work in accordance with local regulations and customs and with respect for different cultures and values ​​in the different countries and regions where we operate
We are aware of the responsibilities we bear across sociological, political and geographical borders
THE TARGET COUNTRIES
We only invest in countries with a high ESG-score*, with a particular focus on the following criteria:
- Current & future environmental conditions
- Ecological resilience
- Current & future social system
- Social adaptability
- Current & future government
- Adaptability of government
*According to a number of reference institutions, including BlueBay, Verisk Maplecroft and JP Morgan
ENVIRONMENTAL
Water use and availability and the broader implications for hydrographic catchment areas
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Environmental pressures (e. g. from pesticides and the impact on soil quality)
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Positive and negative effects on the climate
Planting and harvesting techniques and resource management
Protection of biodiversity and ecosystems
SOCIAL
Land rights (acquisition, lease and use of land)
Relationships with local communities and other key stakeholders
Labor standards, including health and safety
Supply chain compliance, particularly with regard to illegal activities
GOVERNANCE
Standards to combat bribery and corruption
Quality of management plans and systems
Grievance mechanisms for key stakeholders