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Volkswagen warned to fasten seatbelt for ESG rating downgrades

The emissions scandal that has engulfed Volkswagen (VW) has left the company staring down the barrel of a downgrade from some environmental, social and governance (ESG) analysts.

What does the slump in oil prices mean for the low-carbon sector?

Oil prices have almost halved in recent months, creating havoc in financial markets. But what is the impact on renewables, energy efficiency, and other low-carbon themed investments, asks Peter Cripps

UK renewables reach important – but modest – milestone

As the UK's share of electricity generated from renewable sources approaches 20%, Seb Beloe hails the achievement, but says there is much further to go.

Q&A: Seb Beloe, WHEB Asset Management