Sustainability & impact
Building impact into every decision
We believe that how a company behaves is just as important as what it does, and that the best investment returns will come from companies that meet the needs of the stakeholders they serve.
A stakeholder-led approach to business
We consider each of our five stakeholders in everything we do, and we leverage the B Corp framework to set and measure progress against each stakeholder group:
Planet
Tackling climate change with science-based targets and responsible investments – including net zero goals aligned with the SBTi.
People
Building a diverse, inclusive workplace that supports wellbeing – through inclusive hiring, neurodiversity advocacy and employee-led initiatives.
Customers
Investing in long-term solutions to real-world problems – acting with care, transparency and integrity in everything we do.
Community
Partnering with charities and grassroots organisations to deliver meaningful, lasting impact – and empower our people to give back.
Shareholders and governance
Holding ourselves accountable through strong ethics, transparent reporting and long-term thinking – with employees as our largest group of investors.
What we do
Every business exists to solve a problem. At Octopus, we focus on solving the world’s greatest challenges through three sustainability themes that span three capabilities:
Real estate
Funding the full lifecycle of real estate to meet the evolving needs of people and communities.
Energy & infrastructure
From renewable energy to digital infrastructure, we invest in the systems that underpin a resilient, net zero future.
Private debt
We offer flexible capital to businesses tackling tomorrow’s challenges, helping them grow and adapt at scale.
These investments are helping us to, build a sustainable planet, empower people and revitalise healthcare.
How we invest
Across every investment, we apply a consistent responsible investment approach – designed to deliver long-term returns and positive outcomes.
Mission
We often choose investments with an impact or sustainability mission at their heart – and always look for outcomes we can measure.
Materiality
We assess financially material ESG risks using global frameworks like SASB and the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).
Responsibility
We apply our B Corp values to the way we invest, considering the impact of every decision on people, the planet, and wider society.
We are fully committed to Responsible Investment
It’s key to who we are and how we invest. We make bold commitments with transparent reporting.
Responsible Investment (RI) policy
Our policy outlines how we embed ESG and impact principles into every stage of the investment lifecycle – from screening to stewardship.
Sustainability-related disclosures
To meet our regulatory obligations, we’ve published key sustainability-related disclosures under the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR).
B Corp scorecard
To ensure we track our progress and continue to do better across all stakeholders, we’ve published our commitments and will hold ourselves to account.
Net zero
We’re the first generation to experience the impact of climate change and the last to be able to do something about it. That’s why we are determined to set ambitious and validated targets and hold ourselves accountable.
Future Generations report 2024
This is our fourth Future Generations Report, where we celebrate the impact that you – as an Octopus shareholder, investor, employee or customer – are having on the world.
FAQs
What is sustainable and impact investing?
It’s an investment approach that targets financial returns while delivering measurable benefits for people and the planet.
What’s the difference between ESG and impact investing?
ESG investing focuses on managing risk. Impact investing actively seeks to create positive change alongside financial performance.
How do impact investments perform financially?
Impact investments are often competitive with traditional assets, especially over the long term. Positive outcomes don’t have to mean lower returns.
What are examples of impact investing?
Affordable housing, renewable energy, inclusive education, climate tech and healthcare solutions are all strong examples.
What is the Octopus Capital approach to impact investing?
We combine mission-led investing with ESG risk assessment and stakeholder accountability – applying B Corp values to capital management.
Want to explore our investment offering?
Get in touch to see how Octopus Capital could support your goals.