The First Sentier MUFG SustainabIe Investment Institute

Providing high quality ESG research to support investors globally

The First Sentier MUFG Sustainable Investment Institute provides research on topics that can advance sustainable investing. The Institute is jointly supported by First Sentier Investors and MUFG who share a commitment to sustainability and responsible investment, and believe that investment decisions should be made with consideration to our communities both now and in the future.

Our purpose

Our purpose is to progress industry debate on sustainability and sustainable investing

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Research

We provide research into issues that we believe require a deeper level of analysis

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Our research

We work with global research groups, consultants and academics to examine Environmental, Social and Governance issues and better understand how our investment practices can lead to a more sustainable world.

Microfibres: the invisible pollution from textiles

In this latest report, we disuss sources, distribution and interventions of this invisible pollution which is rapidly becoming an environmental and health concern.

Microplastic pollution: the causes, consequences and issues for investors

The global release of microplastics into the ocean is estimated to be between 0.8 and 2.5 million tonnes per year, which would fill roughly 66,000-200,000 average-sized refuse collection trucks. Microplastics pose a potential hazard to human health largely through dietary exposure.

The lifecycle of a microfibre