Cookie settings menu phone search HomepageResponsible InvestingSustainability Partnerships Sustainability Partnerships Since 1984 we have championed innovation and social responsibility within the businesses we support. Sustainability is one of the crucial values that underpins investing for a smarter future. In January 2020 we embarked on a partnership with the Goodwood Estate as their Sustainability Partner. This journey with a much loved and established British institution allows us to amplify our message. Our Story We are motivated by our purpose, to provide a sustainable legacy for future generations. Whether through our investments into dynamic and innovative small businesses across the UK, or into the new energy infrastructure involved in the transition from the old centralised fossil fuel-based dumb system, to the new enlightened local renewables based smart grid, we are committed to contributing to the conversation around stewardship and sustainability. That commitment takes a large step forward with this partnership. Sustainability Partner to the Estate Our five year partnership began in January 2020, and we are already working to accelerate the delivery of the Estate’s sustainability goals. Investing for a smarter future aligns closely with Goodwood’s approach to sustainability. Although best known for the Festival of Speed in July, the Qatar Glorious Goodwood Festival in August and the Revival in September, taking a closer look behind the scenes reveals some interesting facts behind the Estate’s commitment to sustainability. Organic Farming Goodwood Home Farm is Europe’s largest low-lying organic farm, this project is completely self-sustaining and champions traditional farming methods. Driving Change In recent years, the Festival of Speed itself has become a showcase for electric and hybrid technology – indeed, in 2019 the Festival’s 20 year hill climb record was broken by Romain Dumas driving a fully electric VW. Fostering Innovation The Festival of Speed provides a platform for Future Lab, where young disruptive technology businesses can launch their niche innovations. Rewilding The Estate is undertaking a major woodland planting scheme – including last year pledging to plant more than 78,000 trees. Conservation efforts are integral in preserving the value and ecological diversity of Britain's countryside. In particular, our work with the Estate will focus on clean energy generation, waste-management and energy efficient solutions and we hope to play a constructive part in their transition towards a carbon positive business. The Estate is already actively exploring green initiatives such as transitioning its power supply to 100% renewable energy, the electrification of the Estate’s entire vehicle fleet and developing its visitor carbon offset programme. Our collective expertise in these areas can contribute to their efforts to preserve what is one of Britain's most prestigious, family run-estates. Watch a short video to learn more about how we will work with the Goodwood Estate to promote sustainability Click here to read the video transcript Commitment to a Sustainable Future At Foresight we share a vision of a smarter, sustainable future. This partnership is already offering staff members the opportunity to help contribute to the Estate’s rewilding efforts through its extensive tree-planting scheme, extending their passion for sustainability beyond the marketplace. Foresight Staff will be able to use their volunteering Charity days to join the Goodwood grounds team on private tree-planting days. From 27 September to 1 October 2021, Goodwood will host the inaugural Foresight Sustainability Week, a unique digital breakfast series where selected business leaders share their thoughts on the challenges and opportunities that arise as the private sector mobilises behind the global sustainability agenda. This partnership will help us champion innovation in responsible investing and drive the conversation around strategies for sustainable change. "As guardians of the Goodwood Estate, we have a duty to preserve its natural capital for future generations. Ours is a holistic approach to sustainability, focused on protecting the social and ecological value of the Estate, and reducing our carbon footprint, ensuring a balance with carbon sequestration to create a net positive climate impact." 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