Best Fund Provider – ESG/Sustainable Equity
Nordea Asset Management
Ana Dhoraisingam
head of institutional and wholesale distribution Asia Pacific ex-Japan
We are deeply honoured to receive the Best Fund Provider ESG/Sustainable Equity award from Asian Private Banker. This recognition reflects Nordea Asset Management’s long-standing commitment to delivering sustainable, high-conviction investment solutions that create real-world impact.
Our Global Climate Transition Engagement strategy embodies this philosophy, combining rigorous fundamental research with active ownership to accelerate companies’ decarbonisation journeys while generating long-term value for investors.
We are grateful to our partners and clients across Asia for their trust and engagement, and proud of our teams whose expertise and passion for responsible investing continue to drive Nordea’s leadership in sustainable finance.
Winners Rationale
“In an era where sustainability is redefining business and investment priorities, the Nordea 1 – Global Climate Transition Engagement Fund demonstrates how capital can drive meaningful change,” said Audrey Raj, editor of Asian Private Banker.
“The fund focuses on companies whose role in the green economy is undervalued, combining rigorous bottom-up analysis with top-down sustainability insights. Beyond identifying attractive opportunities, the team engages directly with firms to reduce environmental risks, accelerate decarbonisation, and implement innovations that position them for the low-carbon economy.
“This hands-on approach has delivered tangible results. Companies in the portfolio are strengthening climate strategies, decarbonising operations, and developing solutions that align with a sustainable transition. By blending careful stock selection with active engagement, the fund captures opportunities that create both environmental impact and financial value.
“The Nordea 1 – Global Climate Transition Engagement Fund is an example of disciplined investing paired with purposeful stewardship. Its ability to uncover forward-looking companies, influence corporate sustainability practices, and deliver strong, risk-adjusted returns sets it apart in the ESG equity space. This combination of innovation and impact makes Nordea Asset Management a clear leader and a thoroughly deserving winner of the Best Fund Provider – ESG/Sustainable Equity title.”
