18 Aug 2021
Forest fires and the Olympian flame
How can we ensure that the torch of human progress continues to burn bright for future generations? In his latest blog entry, Harold debates how we need to carefully manage the physical, human and natural capital to secure a planet worth living in for our children and grandchildren.
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27 Jul 2021
There is no planet B
Does space hold the key to our planet’s future? With entrepreneurs such as Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos bringing the vast void of space to our doorstep, can we, as a human race, harness its resources for the betterment of the planet? Or are we simply distracting ourselves from the pressing issue right in front of us?
3 min read
14 Jul 2021
On nature and diversification
The natural wonders that grace our shores are not just recreational marvels. They offer an investment opportunity that society simply can't afford to miss. In this week's blog post, Harold considers how balancing an investment portfolio with physical, human and natural assets is a pathway to securing a sustainable future.
3 min read
07 Jul 2021
On Nature, Nasdaq, and the risk-free rate of interest
Does Nasdaq depend on Nature? There are many schools of thought on the topic, but we are at a point where a climate catastrophe could irreversibly jeopardize monetary stability. In this week's blog entry, Harold considers how the consistent negative impact on biodiversity will severely impact the futures of both investments and the world we live in.
4 min read
09 Jun 2021
Value in Nature – a green stairway to heaven
Natural peatlands provide some of the most effective stores of carbon in the world. But these great organic wetlands are constantly under threat and thousands of years worth of carbon capture is in danger of being lost. In this week's blog entry, Harold explores the benefits of preserving the UK's peatlands, both for environmental and economical reasons.
3 min read
19 May 2021
Do green and grey dividends matter?
Assessing dividends from a fossil fuel company is rarely a simple black and white choice. In this week’s blog entry, Harold takes a look at this debate which is turning more grey than anything else. Or is it even green?
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