Responsible investing fund hub

Our range of Planet+ funds have been built with two clear aims in mind – to deliver long-term financial returns for our customers and to contribute towards a better future for society and the planet.

Impact funds

Impact funds target a measurable, positive impact for people and the planet, alongside achieving long-term financial returns. To do this they will;

• aim to invest in companies that have the explicit intention of addressing the world’s major social and environmental issues
• look for companies that deliver a meaningful and measurable positive impact, often framed against the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• report transparently on the impact that investments deliver

Sustainable funds

Sustainable funds look to make investments that contribute towards a more sustainable future for society and the planet. To do this they might;

• use sustainability considerations, such as the urgent need to combat climate change, or the UN SDGs to frame what a fund invests in.
• look to invest in the assets of companies, governments or organisations that have strong ESG (environmental, social and governance) credentials
• have targets to improve sustainability across the portfolio over time