ESG

Fairfield Real Estate Finance (“Fairfield”) recognises the importance of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”), sustainable finance and responsible investment factors, with ESG screening a key part of Fairfield’s loan origination and loan management processes.

Fairfield believes that all stakeholders should have an active interest in, understanding of and responsibility for ESG. Given the long-term nature of the built environment and, in particular, the urgent need to address climate change, Fairfield believes it is important to incorporate parameters that generate ESG benefits over the whole life of real estate assets. Furthermore, Fairfield believes that ESG factors can directly and materially impact both credit risk and financial returns. Failure to consider ESG factors throughout lending and loan management processes could expose investors to unnecessary risks and potential losses. It is therefore essential to embed ESG throughout our approach.

Beyond lending activities, Fairfield is committed to drive positive change in its local communities.  As well as annually organising work experience for local secondary school pupils, the charity committee organises regular events to support local and national charities directly and by encouraging employees in their own personal charitable interests.

View Fairfield’s 2024 ESG Lending Policy