Socially Responsible Investing

Peter Temple

The Analyst thinks a half point cut in US interest rates is no cause for celebration but a sign of how worrying the outlook is. He slaps a stop-loss on faltering Vindon, and holds off on new buys.

It may be good for business, but is this push of 'eco-credentials' good for green campaigners? Some green groups are still wary of getting too close.

Peter Temple

The Portfolio has taken a bit of a hit, but it's nothing to be unduly worried about, says The Analyst.

Google aims to voluntarily cut or offset all of its greenhouse emissions by the end of the year, the Web search leader said on Tuesday.

Laura Brady

It is now possible to offset our carbon-footprint crimes by investing in environmental projects. Laura Brady asks if it's a sensible spend or just pure greenwash.

Jeff Salway

From climate change to the threat of obesity, the world seems to be changing fast, and those companies that answer our concerns look set to prosper. Jeff Salway investigates.

Phil Wolski

Phil Wolski of registered charity PURE the Clean Planet Trust asks "can green and growth co-exist in the investment world?"

Shares in green companies rose on 14-05-2007 after press reports on the urgent need for action on climate change.

Peter Temple

The Analyst considers his carbon footprint. Only one of his seven ethical holdings is 'environmental'.

Phil Wolski

Phil Wolski of PURE explains why it supports the Government's proposed standard for carbon offsetting.