Our commitment
to environment
As a real estate investor and asset manager, we recognize both our responsibility and our opportunity to contribute to the transition toward a low-carbon economy.
Net Zero Target
Northern Horizon has set an ambitious target to reach net zero emissions from operations for all managed funds. We have set short- and longer-term sustainability goals to support our progress towards this target.
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Sustainability in
investment decisions
Several of Northern Horizon's policies, including the Responsible Investment Policy and the Portfolio Management Policy, ensure that sustainability risks are considered in a consistent and coherent manner in connection with all investment decisions.
The Remuneration Policy is aligned with the Responsible Investment Policy to further support taking sustainability factors into account in our investment decision‐making process.
How we work with
sustainability
ESG requirements are embedded as a formal and integrated part of the decision-making process for all new investments
The majority of our assets are certified according to widely used sustainable standards. For new investments, a minimum certification level of BREEAM Very Good or equivalent is
expected
Energy efficiency and emissions reduction remains a key focus area in our ongoing asset improvement efforts
We have a strong focus on expanding on-site renewable energy generation, and we are actively identifying assets suitable for on-site solar energy deployment
We monitor and report the environmental KPI’s and performance of our funds, and we benchmark the performance against peers
We use green leases in lease agreements, and we actively encourage our tenants to transition to fossil-free energy in tenant-controlled areas
We are committed to reaching the highest GRESB ratings
Peer benchmarking to enhance ESG performance
GRESB is a trusted industry-standard benchmark that assesses the sustainability performance of real assets, including real estate portfolios. The benchmark align with regulatory schemes and global sustainability priorities, such as the Sustainable Development Goals, the Paris Climate Agreement, and major international reporting frameworks.
We are a member of GRESB, and we participate in the annual GRESB assessments with our two healthcare funds.
In 2025, ACSIF not only achieved the maximum five-star GRESB rating and ranked #1 in its peer-group. The fund was also recognized as a Regional and Global Sector Leader 2025 by the organization in the non-listed healthcare category of the benchmark for standing investments.
Sustainable investment
examples
Smart green solutions makes Alingsås state-of-the-art
Alingsås - a LEED Gold care home
The LEED Gold certified care home in Alingsås is a state-of-the-art example of a sustainable care home development.
From the outset, the project was designed with ambitious sustainability targets, using smart green solutions.
A unique building with innovative green solutions
Humana Växjö – a Green Building award winning care home
Humana Växjö care home in Växjö, Sweden, is certified as a LEED Platinum asset. The building was the first care home globally to become certified in the Platinum category.
The building has also been awarded “LEED project of the year” by The Swedish Green Building Council due to its innovative, environmentally friendly solutions.
Sustainability at
Northern Horizon
We take action
We incorporate sustainability in our everyday actions
At Northern Horizon, we incorporate sustainability in our everyday actions and operations by taking small but environmentally impactful actions such as choosing sustainably produced office goods, energy-saving lighting, printing less, and recycling.
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