Sustainability & Responsible Investment

Embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles across NCDFINVEST’s investment lifecycle to support long-term value creation and risk management.

Our ESG Commitment

NCDF Investment Management PLC recognises that sustainable investment practices are essential to long-term financial performance, capital protection, and stakeholder confidence.

We integrate ESG considerations into investment origination, due diligence, portfolio management, and exit strategies. Our approach ensures that capital deployment aligns with regulatory expectations, development finance standards, and responsible investment principles.

NCDFINVEST is committed to building resilient portfolios that contribute positively to environmental sustainability, social inclusion, and strong corporate governance.

Our ESG Framework

NCDFINVEST’s ESG framework is built on internationally recognised standards and best practices, including:

  • UN Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)
  • IFC Performance Standards
  • World Bank Environmental and Social Framework
  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Green Bond Principles and Climate Finance Guidelines

Our framework provides structured screening, monitoring, and reporting processes across all investment vehicles.

Environmental Responsibility Pillar

Environmental Stewardship

We prioritise investments that support environmental sustainability and climate resilience.

Key focus areas include:

  • Renewable energy generation and clean infrastructure
  • Energy efficiency and low-carbon technologies
  • Climate-resilient infrastructure development
  • Sustainable land use and resource management
  • Waste management and circular economy initiatives

NCDFINVEST integrates environmental risk assessment into project appraisal and portfolio monitoring.

Social Responsibility & Inclusion

Our investment strategy is aligned with inclusive economic development and social value creation.

We support projects that deliver:

  • Job creation and skills development
  • Access to healthcare, housing, and essential services
  • Financial inclusion and SME growth
  • Gender inclusion and youth employment
  • Community development and local economic participation

We measure social impact outcomes as part of portfolio performance assessment.

Governance & Ethical Investment

Strong governance is fundamental to investment performance and risk management.

NCDFINVEST enforces governance standards including:

  • Transparent corporate governance structures
  • Board oversight and accountability
  • Anti-corruption and ethics policies
  • Regulatory compliance frameworks
  • Responsible ownership practices
  • Portfolio company governance support

    We actively engage with portfolio companies to strengthen governance capacity.

ESG Across the Investment Lifecycle

Four-Stage Process:

Screening & Origination

ESG risk assessment integrated into opportunity evaluation.

Due Diligence

Environmental, social, and governance due diligence conducted prior to capital deployment.

Portfolio Management

Continuous ESG monitoring, reporting, and improvement engagement.

Exit Strategy

Responsible exit planning ensuring long-term sustainability and value preservation.

Impact Measurement & Transparency

NCDFINVEST applies structured impact measurement and reporting frameworks to track portfolio performance and development outcomes.

Our reporting approach includes:

  • Key ESG performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Annual sustainability reporting
  • Investor impact dashboards
  • Regulatory disclosure compliance
  • Third-party audit alignment (where applicable)

We are committed to transparent communication with investors and stakeholders.

Climate & Sustainability Alignment

NCDFINVEST supports national and regional climate objectives by prioritising investments aligned with:

  • Renewable energy transition
  • Low-carbon infrastructure development
  • Sustainable urban development
  • Climate adaptation initiatives
  • Green finance instruments

Our platform actively contributes to sustainable infrastructure financing.

ESG Governance Oversight

Our ESG governance framework includes:

  • Board-level ESG oversight
  • Dedicated sustainability and compliance functions
  • Investment Committee ESG review integration
  • Portfolio ESG performance monitoring
  • Risk and compliance reporting mechanisms

This ensures accountability and institutional governance of sustainability practices.

Contact Our ESG Office

For LP investors, DFIs, public sector partners, or technical due diligence inquiries on NCDF Invest’s ESG frameworks:

Email: [email protected]

Tel: +234 70 1888 8063

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