The end of April saw B> pass the half year mark. We look back and pick out the most popular stories from the last six months....
The UN-backed Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI) has called on public relations firm Lansons Communications to help realise its environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) ambitions....
Jason Mitchell worked for the UK Government for two years in 2008-2010 on water and renewable energy development projects across sub-Saharan Africa for the Commonwealth. Now,...
One of the world’s largest wealth management firms, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (MSSB), has announced the launch of a platform that allows customers to incorporate personal...
Barclays chairman Marcus Agius witnessed a revolt by shareholders at the annual general meeting yesterday, despite offering apologies for miscommunication on the issue of executive pay....
The fallout of the Occupy movement has sparked increased curiosity in socially responsible investment, according to an American asset management firm. Matthew Patsky, chief executive of...
Planetary Resources announced on April 24 its ambitious plan to mine near-earth asteroids (NEAs) for raw materials. Despite delving into the realms of science fiction, several...
Despite financial institutions readily backing green investment—as exemplified by Wells Fargo’s $30 billion announcement—governments are failing to see the long-term picture and fast losing a grip...
Recognising the importance of sustainability in finance, The Financial Times and the International Finance Corporation will host the FT/IFC Sustainable Finance Conference and Awards on June...
“Our planet, our home is being neglected. Climate change continues unabated. It seems there’s a new ecological disaster happening almost daily. This Earth Day it’s time...
Bryn Jones, manager of the Rathbone Ethical Bond Fund, spoke with Alex Blackburne about the advantages of investing in bonds over equities – namely, “more security,...
Over £11 billion of private investors’ money is tied up in ethical investments. The latest instalment of our “What is…” series sets out to define an...
In stark contrast to the volatile world of stocks and shares, bonds emerge as a less hazardous investment alternative. We take a look at them in...
KfW, a government-owned bank from Germany, has reached an agreement with the UK Green Investment Bank (GIB) to provide advice and guidance on its business model...
Put simply, green investment engages companies, projects or funds that are focused on environmental issues so as to leave a positive, green stamp on the planet....