Portfolio Exposure Analysis to ESG Risks

This case study details Meridiam's approach to analyzing portfolio exposure to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks and opportunities. Meridiam, a global investor and asset manager, focuses on sustainable infrastructure projects and aims to integrate macroeconomic conditions into its investment decision-making processes. The study outlines the client’s objectives, which include assessing systemic risks linked to its business portfolio and monitoring ongoing projects for risk exposure. The document describes the use of LSEG's sovereign sustainability solutions for enhanced country risk analysis, which incorporates both financial and ESG factors. It emphasizes the importance of identifying long-term systemic risks, particularly those related to climate change and energy transition. The case study also highlights Meridiam's impact strategy, which focuses on developing resilient infrastructure and promoting sustainability across various sectors. The findings illustrate how the integration of ESG considerations can inform investment strategies and risk management in infrastructure projects.