The Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) team focus on six green investment themes which they believe could show significant profits to investors in future years.
Clean Energy
According to the International Energy Agency, global energy demand is expected to rise more than 50% by 2030. Jupiter focuses on investing in technologies such as wind, solar and fuel cells, as well as emissions reduction and energy efficiency.
Environmental Services
Increasing health, safety and environmental regulation around the globe has resulted in new markets for companies providing solutions to environmental and social problems. Such companies include environmental consultancies and providers of specialist safety equipment.
Green Transport
The Stern Review states that transport currently represents 14% of world greenhouse gas emissions. Jupiter therefore looks to invest in companies providing bus or train services and other aspects of an integrated public transport network system. Jupiter will also consider investments in technologies that reduce urban pollution or improve public transport systems.
Waste Management
Government recycling targets have spurred businesses to seek opportunities in waste collection, treatment and recycling. Technologies designed to reduce waste or develop recyclable materials present further investment possibilities.
Sustainable Living
An ageing population and trend towards healthy lifestyles has created investment opportunities in organic food, complementary medicines and healthcare.
Water Management
By 2025, 1.8 billion people will be living in countries or regions with absolute water scarcity, and two-thirds of the world's population could be under stress conditions, according to the UN.
This has created opportunities for companies that can increase access to clean water through operating infrastructure systems or through new purification technologies. Water conservation, water and wastewater services are also investment opportunities.