Media 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.

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.

* Material ESG risks and opportunities are those that are likely to affect business or investment performance.

This information is about Media 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 what’s right for you. Call 1800 640 886 or visit mediasuper.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 offering Media Super products (Media Super)

     Media Super is the principal superannuation partner of MEAA.