Performance, Planet, People
Beyond the core objective of accelerating the transition to net zero, ORIT seeks to generate additional impact through Performance, Planet and People impact initiatives
Performance
Delivering investment performance is fundamental to the Impact Strategy and to being an Impact Fund. ORIT builds and operates a diversified portfolio of Renewable Energy Assets, mitigating the risk of losses through robust governance structures, rigorous due diligence, risk analysis and asset optimisation activities to deliver investment return resilience and the maximum amount of green energy.
1,397 GWh
Potential annual renewable electricity generation (3/2025)
The Board views the Impact Strategy as integral to the delivery of the core investment objective, and not as a cost to the Company. ESG processes and policies are a prudent risk management tool that improve the financial performance of the Company while reducing risks. The ultimate aim is to increase capacity to produce green power and maximise the green electrons produced by the operational portfolio.
Examples of Initiatives:
Performance
- Contributed to IIGCC’s case study on physical climate risk, piloting the updated PCRAM 2.0 methodology. The findings informed IIGCC’s guidance and helped strengthen OEGEN’s internal processes.
- Successfully installed the Noxbatsystem at Cerisou, enablingdynamic curtailment (pausingturbines only when bats aredetected) allowing for improvedgeneration output and compliancewith bat protection measures.
Planet
ORIT recognises the fundamental role that renewable energy plays in meeting net zero emissions targets, with an inherently positive impact on the environment. ORIT considers environmental factors to mitigate risks associated with the construction and operation of assets, enhancing environmental potential where possible.
384k
Estimated annual equivalent tonnes of carbon that will be avoided (30/06/2025)
Examples of Initiatives:
Planet
- ORIT has formally adopted the Investment Manager’s circularity policy, reinforcing its commitment to reducing waste and promoting resource efficiency across its portfolio.
ORIT’s eight micro-forests with SUGi are enhancing biodiversity and community value - introducing 88native species, supporting 1,350+animals, and sequestering an estimated 151,800 kg of CO₂, with some sites now used as outdoor classrooms or community hubs.
People
Investing in renewable energy has natural positive impacts on people (particularly for health) and for the wider society by benefiting the economy. ORIT evaluates social considerations to mitigate risks and promote a 'Just Transition' to clean energy.
13,000+
Direct beneficiaries from social initiatives in 2024 (31/12/2024 - latest available)
Examples of Initiatives:
People
- ORIT has funded the development of Futures in Offshore Wind, a free online course designed with Energy Skills Partnership to upskill newcomers and career changers, supporting a just transition by expanding access to green jobs.
- ORIT continues to host site visits for local schools, supporting environmental education and inspiring the next generation to engage with renewable energy and sustainability.
Some social factors that ORIT and the Investment Manager consider to be the most important during due diligence and ongoing monitoring of assets include:
