Climate: it is 2 minutes to midnight, not 5 minutes

Why invest in the climate

Climate change is perceptible and has a greater effect on our lives from day to day. That is why many countries have committed themselves to the 2015 Paris climate targets. They want and need to reduce their net greenhouse gas emissions to zero in order to limit the rise in temperature to well below two degrees compared with pre-industrial levels and promote a low-carbon economy. It is the only way we can avoid the climate crisis. Decarbonising society and the economy will cost governments and companies a lot of money, but it is inevitable – and offers attractive investment opportunities. Companies involved in energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable mobility and resource efficiency will benefit from this over the long term. They also usually meet strict social and ecological standards and operate sustainably.

Our investment philosophy

We look for companies with a solid business and sustainability strategy, which operate successfully and are still relatively undervalued. Our focus is on companies that solve the challenges of climate change with their products or services. We are confident that companies which have a positive effect on sustainability issues will post above average growth in profits.

Investment process: How suitable equities are found

Stock selection based on the bottom-up approach first involves analysing companies and then the sectors, markets or regions. The return on invested capital, fundamental data and environmental and social effect are all taken into account. Investments are made in companies with a convincing business model, low debt levels, solid financial figures, a good management track record and a relatively high return on investment that promise above-average returns with below-average risk.

Does this investment fund fit in with your investment philosophy?

This thematic fund is suitable for investors who

• have a long-term investment horizon;
• want to share in the performance of companies that combat climate change or its consequences;
• are interested in high-growth opportunities in the long term and
• are willing to accept large price fluctuations and deviations from the benchmark.

Three good reasons to choose us