Many investment funds that invest in Sustainable and Eco friendly companies have been around for many years but largely unnoticed. However this is changing as the returns expected from such funds is not out of step with mainstream investments and returns do not have to be compromised. This is due to the following.

The Market Place

Customers are seeking out companies that have a desire to reduce C02 emissions, have fair trade policies with overseas producers, implement good employment contracts and sincerely look after the employees well.

Companies that manufacture products and provide services that consumers can use to reduce C02 emissions, use materials that come from sustainable resources and enhance a more Green Lifestyle are the business's of the future.

Legistation and Taxation

The government has to support this sector in order to reach the targets set for C02 emissions in the future. Therefore companies with Green agendas are well supported with tax concessions and legislation to aid success and improve profitability.

Personal details

I have been in Financial Services for 15 Years, The last 5 with my own company specialising in Portfolio construction including asset allocation, geographical areas and markets including Film, Theatre and Fine Wine. I spent the previous 10 years with the Wealth Management and Private Clients section of a major high street bank.