Smart Pension sets 2040 net zero target for default fund

Hope William-Smith
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Smart Pension managing director Paul Bucksey | Credit: Smart Pension
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Smart Pension managing director Paul Bucksey | Credit: Smart Pension

Workplace pension provider sets out new goal as it unveils plan to halve emissions before 2025

Online pension provider Smart Pension has announced its plan to transition its default fund to a 'net zero' position by 2040, by ramping up its investments in firms working to boost energy efficiency,...

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