Impax Environmental Markets plc (IEM)

Overview

Impax Environmental Markets plc operates as a closed-ended equity mutual fund, primarily focusing on global public equity markets. Managed by Impax Asset Management (AIFM) Limited, the fund centers its investment strategy on leveraging technological advancements in environmental solutions. Since its inception on February 22, 2002, it has been dedicated to investing in companies that are at the forefront of environmental innovation. These include firms that are either developing, using, implementing, or advising on technology-driven products, systems, or services within various environmental sectors. Aimed at fostering growth and sustainable returns, Impax Environmental Markets plc evaluates potential investments through rigorous fundamental analysis, positioning itself within the environmental markets for alternative energy, energy efficiency, water treatment, pollution control, waste technology, and resource management. Its investment portfolio spans across multiple market capitalizations, maintaining a performance benchmark against the MSCI AC World Index and the FTSE ET100 Index. Domiciled in the United Kingdom, the fund reflects a commitment to contributing positively to environmental stewardship while seeking financial growth.

Products and Services

• Alternative Energy and Energy Efficiency Investments

Impax Environmental Markets plc dedicates a portion of its portfolio to companies innovating in the field of alternative energy and enhancing energy efficiency. This includes renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydro power, as well as technologies that aim to reduce energy consumption and improve energy use in industrial, commercial, and residential settings.

• Water Treatment and Pollution Control Investments

The fund targets investments in companies that specialize in water treatment solutions and pollution control technologies. These businesses focus on purifying and conserving water, waste water treatment, and developing systems and products that mitigate pollutants, thereby protecting natural water bodies and ensuring the sustainability of water resources.

• Waste Technology and Resource Management Investments

Targeting companies that advance waste technology and resource management, Impax Environmental Markets plc invests in firms that are developing innovative ways to manage waste. This includes recycling technologies, waste-to-energy solutions, and systems that enhance the efficiency of resource utilization, contributing to a circular economy.