Established in 2005, the Washington State Investment Board (‘WSIB’) is responsible for the state’s retirement plan and other public trust funds. As at September 30, 2020, they had USD 152.6 billion of assets under management.
As part of its responsible approach, WSIB integrates environmental, social and governance considerations in its investment decisions and evaluations of investment managers and partners. With regards to Active Ownership, WSIB supports proposals on shareholder rights, board diversity and climate change. Additionally, WSIB engages with portfolio companies on ESG issues through collaborative initiatives, such as the Thirty Percent Coalition and Climate Action 100+.