Vanguard unveils active sustainable fund range with 'strict' investment philosophy

Designed to align with sustainability values

Vanguard has launched a range of active multi-asset funds which will be managed according to a “strict” investment philosophy focusing on four key sustainability principles including a commitment to achieving net zero by 2050.

The Vanguard SustainableLife range also incorporates sustainability criteria such as the exclusion of companies that may have a negative impact on society and the environment such as tar sands and thermal coal. The actively-managed funds have been designed to cater for investors aiming to achieve returns while investing in line with their values and reducing exposure to ESG-related risks. Vanguard achieves world's first trillion-dollar fund According to Fong Yee Chan, head of ESG strategy in Europe, Vanguard is seeking to help investors "balance their personal values" with their fi...