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Environmental investing: 'Green' funds can offer good returns

Some may argue that investing is only about making money and scoff at the idea of socially-responsible investing. Others have a primary focus on how their money is used and will invest only in companies that comply with their personal ethics.

The best of both worlds is the chance to invest in companies that support one's ethical or personal beliefs but also happen to be strong investment vehicles; that is, offering the chance to earn good returns while feeling good about doing so.

One potential trend that falls in this category, according to Larry Edelson, editor of The Real Wealth Report, is the developing move towards "green funds" in the natural resource sector that focus on companies that are addressing environmental issues. He says, "I want you to get on board the early stages of this trend. I expect 'green funds' to outperform other funds in the months and years ahead."

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