Relaunch of the Net-Zero Asset Managers Initiative, one year after the suspension of its activities

The Net-Zero Asset Managers Initiative announced its official relaunch on 25/02/2026, a year after it suspended its activities in January 2025.

"More than 250 asset managers signed on to the updated Commitment Statement signaling that asset managers around the world continue to recognise and take steps to address climate-related financial risks and opportunities", announced the initiative.

"NZAM has also received strong support from the asset owner community, including a public statement from a group of 50+ asset owners representing over $3 700Bn in assets, calling on calls on asset managers to participate in the initiative", it adds.

The NZAM is a voluntary initiative, launched in 2020, for asset managers committed to supporting investments in line with the global goal of net-zero GHG emissions. The initiative provides "a platform to publicly disclose their individual net zero commitments and implementation approaches. Signatories independently set targets, develop their own strategies, and report annually on progress."

The updated Commitment Statement "reflects feedback from…