A new online fund database has been launched by Ethical Screening, providing information on the ethical, environmental and socially responsible funds offered in the UK. The system also allows users to compile a personalised list of ethically acceptable funds, based on their charity’s individual list of ethical concerns.

It is hoped the database will help more investors throughout the UK break into the ethical investment market. Lee Coates, director of Ethical Screening, said it would also help to inform financial advisors. “Even if advisors want to advise on ethical investment, actually finding out how many funds exist and who offers them has been difficult in the past,” he said.

“With the launch of this free service, all advisors will be able to discuss ethical concerns with their clients and build a strong and compliant advice process,” Coates added. “We very much believe that a product such as this is long overdue.”

To register for the free service visit www.ethicalscreening.com