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The Candriam Institute
for Sustainable Development

We combine Responsible Investing with philanthropy in our work with communities to help build a society which leaves no one behind.

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We firmly believe that responsible investing is a key driver of social, economic, and environmental progress. As an extension of our investment approach, the Candriam Institute for Sustainable Development has a direct positive impact on education, health, society and the environment. By leveraging our expertise and resources, we strive to drive positive change, and promote a more sustainable future for all.
Vincent Hamelink CEO, Candriam

Our "Dual-Impact" approach

Creating positive change

We play our part in Sustainable Finance by integrating ESG analysis across our full range of traditional strategies and by offering a flagship range of Sustainable and thematic products that seek to deliver both financial and purpose driven outcomes. Our responsible approach to investing leads naturally to our philanthropic efforts.

Our actions are guided by four themes:

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Our drivers
for the Institute

ESG Education, Research & Entrepreneurship

Constant enrichment of training courses and opening up to additional countries and people

Support for high-quality academic research that drives innovation

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Social inclusion and solidarity

Continue to support organisations working in the long term to fight against poverty and exclusion

Support young people, take on more pro bono initiatives

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Protect the environment

For the climate, back international projects that respond to climate issues

For a circular economy, take action to change behaviour

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Fight against Cancer

Increase contribution to research and innovation

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Latest news & articles

Candriam’s Impact: Advancing Cancer Care and Innovation in Japan

07.10.2024

Through the Candriam Institute for Sustainable Development, we are deeply committed to the fight against cancer by supporting several organisations and institutions in this field. These include two prominent Japanese organisations: the Japan Cancer Society (JCS) and the National Cancer Center (NCC).

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The Institute’s annual report is out

11.07.2024

Throughout the year, the Candriam Institute for Sustainable Development diligently selects and initiates projects that drive meaningful change.

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Candriam and LUMSA University Forge a Path Towards a Sustainable Future

25.06.2024

Candriam and LUMSA are expanding their partnership to equip students with sustainable investment skills through the Candriam Academy.

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“Everyone has the right to water” - The Institute initiates a new partnership with Join For Water

10.06.2024

The Institute is happy to share that it has initiated a new partnership with Join For Water.
Join For Water is a NGO operating in nine countries starting from the principle that “everyone has the right to water, human beings and nature alike”.

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Our Institute’s new project with We Forest

15.04.2024

As part of the environmental pillar of the Institute, we aim to contribute to projects protecting the environment, including reforestation programs, ecosystem restoration and climate projects.

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