Sustainability at Saturna
Sustainability is integral to our success in every aspect of our organization. Following the same no-compromise approach that sets our services apart, we live by real sustainability policies and metrics that hold us to the highest standards, both inside and outside the office.
Our investment approach has always driven us to seek out sustainable and responsible companies. The reason is simple: at Saturna Capital, we view sustainability factors as essential to identifying investment opportunities that contribute to high-quality portfolios.
We believe that companies that proactively manage business risks relating to sustainability issues tend to make better contributions to the global economy, are more resilient, and have favorable performance over time.
Reduced Risk Exposure
Reduced Risk Exposure
Sustainability factors help identify risks that traditional financial analysis might overlook, leading to more stable investments. We find that companies with strong sustainability reporting and practices are less likely to face regulatory fines, scandals, or other performance-impacting risks.
Long-term Value
Long-term Value
Sustainable investing is about creating lasting value. Companies that prioritize sustainability factors are better positioned for long-term success, benefiting our investors with more stable returns.
Alignment with Global Goals
Alignment with Global Goals
Our sustainable investing criteria align with the Global Goals for Sustainable Development (SDGs). This ensures our investments contribute to broader societal and environmental objectives.
Positive Impact
Positive Impact
Investors can be confident that their money is supporting companies that make a positive difference — results that uplift their personal lives and the global community.
Saturna's Sustainable Investment Process
We are committed to analyzing an issuer's strength through a holistic lens, which we believe should include how a company addresses the key sustainability factors that materially impact its industry.
At Saturna Capital, our sustainable investment process is rigorous and thorough. We have developed a proprietary scoring system, which assesses how well a company performs relative to a blend of its industry, sector, and country peers in each sustainability category.
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Sustainability Initiatives
In our Communities
Saturna Capital is dedicated to making a positive impact. We’re enthusiastic participants in our communities, and we’re proud to support our local organizations through charitable donations and volunteering. In addition to supporting employee-selected charities, we encourage our team to take on active roles in their local organizations as supporting and leading volunteers — many of our employees hold volunteer positions on the Boards of Directors for their local organizations. We place particular importance on supporting sustainability organizations and educational programs.
By the Numbers
Since our founding in 1989, philanthropy and community involvement have been a part of our corporate mission and culture. Here’s a look at our impact:
- $14.1 million donated since 2007
- 5–10% of pretax profits donated annually
- 315 unique charitable organizations supported
- $2 million donated to employee-selected charities since 2007
Camp Saturna
Camp Saturna brings our passions for education and sustainability to life. Managed by the Saturna Environmental Corporation, Camp Saturna spans 133 acres at the north end of Silver Lake, Washington — the perfect classroom for educational programs that foster a lifelong dedication to environmental stewardship. We’re proud to offer visitors a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, and more. Those who can’t visit can still experience the benefits of Camp Saturna: the growth in our red cedar and Douglas fir forests each year offsets the paper used in our operations and reporting to over 100,000 shareholder accounts.