Path founder David Macdonald on why we need green investing
We have a responsibility to think about the way we invest our money, not only for us as individuals, but for society.
We have a responsibility to think about the way we invest our money, not only for us as individuals, but for society.
We are continually evaluating our offering to ensure that Path clients are best placed to capture opportunities for both personal fund growth as well as maximising their potential Positive Impact returns, and so the Path Climate Focus and Climate Solutions portfolios are evolving.
This week we have a guest blog from Ben Morling, Account Manager at High-Rise Communications. Path work with High-Rise Communications on PR and communications, making sure our messaging is clear and being heard by the right people.
Juliet Davenport’s latest book ‘The Green Start-Up’ is an essential toolkit for eco-conscious entrepreneurs. It explores the many issues someone may have when setting up and operating a successful green business and provides expert advice on how these can be resolved.
Are you taking part in this year’s Veganuary? Have you thought about looking at your investments as well? Research from Make My Money Matter shows that the single biggest impact most people have on climate change is via their finances. The average UK pension has 21x more impact on an individual’s carbon footprint than other lifestyle or behavioural changes, such as reducing car journeys or even… going vegan.
Getting legal support for yourself during a divorce is vital, but many are unaware of the importance of financial help during this period, especially with new rules they may be unfamiliar with. At a time when traditionally divorce is at its highest, it’s important that people understand the financial implications and receive the best help they can.
We are delighted to introduce a new tool for our clients to regenerate the planet beyond sustainable investing alone. The ‘Global Returns Portfolio’ is the first selection of diverse, effective and scalable not-for-profit organisations tackling climate change. Regular philanthropic giving to the Portfolio helps enforce environmental law, combat deforestation, defend ocean ecosystems and more.
Amidst market volatility, high inflation and rising interest rates, uncertainty is rife amongst investors in the UK. The challenging economic situation has had a direct impact on investor behaviour, with many seeking expert investment management. The Schroders Global Investor Survey 2022 has been released this week, with some interesting findings about how people are navigating these troubled economic conditions.
The Christmas period has a significant environmental footprint, but here at Path Financial, we’re all very keen for greener Christmas that doesn’t cost the earth. So, we’ve gathered some eco-friendly Christmas tips to help you to be more sustainable this festive season.
As we approach the end of the year and the dust settles on Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn statement, now is a good time for some financial planning. It might be a busy time, but it’s worth taking the time to reflect on the past year, consider how the changes from the Autumn budget could affect you, and do some pre-planning so you know what to focus on in the year ahead.