A new guide Responsible Investment Approaches to Non-equity Investments has been published to help charities take advantage of the diverse range of non-equity responsible investment options now available.The guide, launched by the EIRIS Foundation and UKSIF (the UK Social Investment Forum), explores non-equity responsible investment opportunities in asset classes such as cash deposits, bonds, property, private equity and hedge funds.
Traditionally, many charities wishing to bring their investments in line with their values have focused on equity investments and may not have been aware of the responsible investment opportunities that exist beyond equities. The guide explores other innovative investment options available such as:
* Venture capital funds that invest only in environmental technology or environmentally friendly projects
* Government bond funds that screen investments according to issues such as democracy, human rights and environmental sustainability
* Funds of hedge funds that apply SRI criteria
* Deposit accounts with mission-focused financial institutions that support environmental projects or the charity sector
See full Article, in pdf format.
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