Renewable energy Energy sources we won’t run out of – such as solar energy, hydro and wind power. Resources like these are much more sustainable than fossil energy sources such as oil, gas and coal. Does not invest in hydropower.

Energy efficiency Energy efficiency can be achieved either by using energy more efficiently or by reducing the quantity of energy used.

Circular economy As little as possible should be wasted, but rather kept in a cycle where regular recycling leads to less need to extract new commodities.

Sustainability-themed funds

We offer several funds that take extra account of environmental and social factors in their investments.

Funds that seek to find innovative solutions to challenges related to sustainability
Choose funds with a focus on the green shift, low carbon emissions or the UN Sustainable Development Goals
On mobile you can buy sustainability-themed funds inThe Spare app

Funds can easily be purchased in the online bank or in the Spare app.

Mutual funds with a sustainability profile

A fund with a sustainability theme is a fund that can focus on climate, and exclude companies with high carbon emissions, or have a broader perspective and focus on both climate and environmental aspects.

The overarching goal of a fund with a sustainability theme is to invest in companies that are well-positioned for the green shift. In addition, some funds focus on both environmental and social issues by investing in companies that focus on one or more of the UN’s sustainability goals.

We make it easy for you to invest in the future

We believe that success in the future lies with the companies that are innovative and find smart solutions adapted to the green shift.

Your savings are invested in companies that are engaged in finding sustainable solutions, which means that you are helping to move the money into companies that are focused on sustainability.

Your unit-linked products

Some of our fund profiles place particular emphasis on sustainability in their investment decisions.

Green division of an estate

These funds are for you if you want to invest in companies we believe are well positioned for the green division of an estate. The funds invest in companies that contribute to solving challenges related to climate and the environment.

Low carbon

These funds invest in companies with low greenhouse gas emissions. The funds do not invest in companies involved in fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and natural gas.

Our sustainability-themed funds

DNB Klima Indeks

Index fund with a focus on climate

DNB Klima Indeks is an index-tracking global equity fund, where the index is constructed to align with the Paris Agreement. The fund is designed to reduce exposure to various climate risks whilst pursuing opportunities arising from the transition to a low-carbon economy.

DNB Barnefond

Index fund with a focus on low greenhouse gas emissions

DNB Barnefond is an index-tracking equity fund where approximately 80 per cent is invested in shares listed in the Nordic markets. The remaining proportion is invested globally. The fund invests in companies that have low greenhouse gas emissions

DNB Grønt Skifte series

Balanced fund with a focus on the green shift.

DNB Grønt division of an estate is a series of balanced funds that aim to contribute to the green shift. By investing in these funds, you can let your savings grow in a fund with a focus on sustainability for people and the environment.

DNB Miljøinvest

Equity fund with a focus on green energy, resource efficiency and electrification

DNB Miljøinvest is an actively managed, global equity fund that invests in companies that enable a better environment.

DNB Grønt division of an estate Norge

Equity fund with a focus on various climate and environmental challenges

DNB Grønt division of an estate Norge has an environmental profile and aims to invest in companies in Norway with low carbon intensity and which contribute to the green shift.

DNB Grønt division of an estate Norden

Equity fund with a focus on low emissions and green opportunities

DNB Grønt division of an estate Norden is an actively managed Nordic equity fund that invests in companies with low greenhouse gas emissions and companies working on solutions to various climate and environmental challenges.

DNB Global Klima Faktor

Equity fund with a focus on low greenhouse gas emissions

DNB Global Klima Faktor is a global equity fund that invests in companies that do not contribute to large greenhouse gas emissions.

The fund does not invest in companies involved in fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and natural gas, or companies with high emissions.

DNB Low Carbon Credit

Bond fund with a focus on low greenhouse gas emissions

DNB Low Carbon Credit is a global bond fund with low greenhouse gas emissions and contains bonds that finance green projects. The fund is free from bonds that finance fossil energy, and does not invest in companies with high greenhouse gas emissions.

Our approach to sustainable investments

Our funds are constantly measured by how they invest, and each of them is valued according to their own investment strategies. To ensure that the investments are sustainable, they are assessed according to three criteria defined in the Public Disclosure Regulation (SFDR):

1. Positive contribution

An investment must make a positive contribution to environmental or social objectives to be considered sustainable

An investment is considered to make a positive contribution if it aligns with one or more of the EU Taxonomy objectives, one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, if the company has science-based targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, or if the company can demonstrate potential

2. Avoid significant harm

3. Good governance practices

All investments must comply with DNB's Group instructions for responsible investment

The Group instruction is based on international norms and standards. It must ensure that DNB does not contribute to violations of human and labour rights, corruption, serious environmental damage, or other actions that may be perceived as unethical. It must also ensure that assessments of ESG risks and opportunities are integrated into the management.

Frequently used words and expressions

Renewable energy

Energy efficiency

Circular economy

Does not invest in companies with direct exposure to fossil fuels

Does not invest in companies with a high degree of greenhouse gas emissions

Tries to find investments that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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Sustainability in mutual funds and in our advice

SFDR is the regulation in the EU/EEA action plan for sustainable finance. SFDR ensures that financial institutions publish their financial products' investment strategy, investment objectives and actual investments.

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