Cbus Super: Our commitment to responsible investing

We believe well-governed companies that manage material Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risks and opportunities in their operations and supply chains, such as those that impact employees, suppliers, customers, communities and the environment, will protect assets and grow our members retirement savings over the long term. That’s why we take a ‘whole of fund’ approach, incorporating ESG risks and opportunities across investment decisions rather than only applying them to a stand-alone ethical or socially responsible investment option.

Our approach to responsible investment

• ESG integration – We assess how material ESG risks and opportunities are considered when choosing to invest in a company, or asset, or through an external investment manager and integrate these risks and opportunities as one input into our investment processes.
• We are active stewards – In FY23, through voting at annual meetings and through discussions with the company or manager, we aimed to improve practices so that companies we invest in are better run and provide more sustainable long-term returns. We also encourage the development of standards, guidelines and regulatory reform while also promoting a shift towards a sustainable finance system. Either directly or alongside others, we support the development of policies, and research and make submissions to government and regulatory consultations.
• We are evidence driven – We use a wide range of information and data to continuously evolve our evidence-based approach. We are involved in ongoing research to understand emerging issues, and provide evidence to measure and support our approach.
• We are transparent – We measure our activities and report on our progress, so our members can be confident that we do what we say we do.

Our key beliefs when investing responsibly 

We act in our members’ best interest	We aim to apply a ‘whole of fund’ approach across our total portfolio	We advocate for a more sustainable future

Read our 2023 Responsible Investment Supplement

For more information on our approach to responsible investment, read our Responsible Investment Supplement 2023 to the Annual Integrated Report 2023. 

This information is about Cbus Super. It doesn’t account for your specific needs. Please consider your financial position, objectives and requirements before making financial decisions. Read the Employer Handbook, relevant Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) and Target Market Determination to decide if Cbus Super is right for you. Call 1300 361 784 or visit cbussuper.com.au

United Super Pty Ltd ABN 46 006 261 623 AFSL 233792 as Trustee for the Construction and Building Unions Superannuation Fund ABN 75 493 363 262 (Cbus and/or Cbus Super)