Global investment management giant BlackRock has appointed Louise Kooy-Henckel as its new Global Head of Sustainable and Transition Solutions, placing her at the forefront of the firm’s global sustainability and transition investing strategy.
In her new role, Kooy-Henckel will lead BlackRock’s efforts to help investors navigate the growing opportunities and challenges associated with sustainability, climate transition, and long-term value creation across global markets.
The appointment comes as investors increasingly focus on sustainable investing, climate resilience, energy transition opportunities, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations as part of portfolio management strategies.
Expanding BlackRock’s Sustainable Investing Platform
Kooy-Henckel joined BlackRock in early 2025 as EMEA Head of Sustainable and Transition Solutions, where she was responsible for supporting clients across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa in integrating sustainability considerations into investment decisions.
Her promotion to the global role reflects BlackRock’s continued commitment to strengthening its sustainable investing capabilities and expanding solutions that support clients’ evolving investment objectives.
In announcing her appointment, Kooy-Henckel said she looks forward to further developing BlackRock’s Sustainable and Transition platform globally, describing it as an area that remains central to how many investors approach long-term value creation.
Extensive Experience in Sustainable and Impact Investing
Before joining BlackRock, Kooy-Henckel served as Managing Director and Investment Director for Sustainable and Impact Investments, EMEA at Wellington Management.
During her tenure, she played a key role in:
- Leading ESG research and integration initiatives
- Developing impact investing strategies
- Advancing climate-focused investment approaches
- Managing long-term corporate engagement programs
- Overseeing portfolio positioning and risk management across sustainable investment products
Her experience spans multiple areas of sustainable finance, including responsible investing, climate risk assessment, stewardship, and impact-driven portfolio management.
Nearly Two Decades at JPMorgan Asset Management
Prior to Wellington Management, Kooy-Henckel spent nearly 20 years at JPMorgan Asset Management, where she held several leadership positions.
Among her senior roles was serving as Head of the Global Equities Client Portfolio Management team, where she worked closely with institutional investors and global asset management clients.
Her extensive background across asset management, sustainable investing, and portfolio strategy positions her to lead BlackRock’s expanding sustainability initiatives at a time when climate and transition investing continue to gain importance across financial markets.
BlackRock Strengthens Leadership in Sustainable Finance
The leadership transition follows the move of BlackRock’s former Global Head of Sustainable and Transition Solutions, Helen Lees-Jones, who now serves as Head of Commercial Strategy for BlackRock’s European Client Business.
The appointment comes amid a rapidly evolving investment landscape where asset managers are increasingly helping clients address long-term challenges such as climate change, energy transition, resource efficiency, and sustainable economic growth.
While sustainable investing continues to face regulatory, political, and market scrutiny in some regions, institutional investors globally remain focused on identifying opportunities linked to the transition toward a lower-carbon and more resilient economy.
Growing Demand for Sustainable and Transition Investing
The sustainable finance market has evolved significantly over the past decade, with investors increasingly seeking strategies that balance financial performance with long-term environmental and social considerations.
Areas attracting growing investor interest include:
- Climate transition investments
- Renewable energy infrastructure
- Sustainable infrastructure projects
- Energy efficiency solutions
- Green technologies
- Low-carbon investment strategies
- Impact investing opportunities
As one of the world’s largest asset managers, BlackRock continues to play a significant role in shaping how institutional and retail investors approach these themes.
Looking Ahead
With Louise Kooy-Henckel now leading BlackRock’s global Sustainable and Transition Solutions business, the firm is expected to continue expanding its sustainability-focused investment capabilities and advisory services.
Her appointment signals BlackRock’s ongoing focus on helping clients navigate the opportunities emerging from global sustainability trends, climate transition strategies, and long-term value creation initiatives.
As investors increasingly seek resilient and future-focused investment solutions, leadership expertise in sustainable finance is expected to remain a critical component of the global asset management industry’s evolution.
