Triodos.co.uk offers Renewable Energy Investment Fund

from Triodos.co.uk

One of the most positive things that we can do to respond to global climate change is to support moves to generate our energy from renewable sources such as the wind, the sun and water. Individuals can now take practical steps to tackle climate change by investing in renewable energy through Triodos Renewables shares.

For 25 years, the Triodos Group has been at the forefront of developing and financing the European renewable energy sector, bringing clean, green energy to thousands of people. As well as Triodos Bank, the Triodos Group has also established and managed funds, such as Triodos Renewables, that act directly as owner or part-owner of renewable power generation schemes. Together, Triodos Bank and other funds in the Triodos Group have provided finance for over 150 European renewable energy projects.

Triodos Renewables shares offer UK investors the potential for financial returns, while making a sustainable investment in the planet’s future. As a shareholder in Triodos Renewables, you will be able to plug into the growing renewable energy market and help create a more sustainable world.

Triodos Renewables:

* Invests in the fast-growing small-scale renewable energy sector.
* Is managed by a team of experienced professionals in the Triodos Group, which has developed expertise in financing renewable energy projects over the past 25 years.
* will act as a community of interest for renewable energy – a powerful collection of individuals and organisations. It will invest in financially viable renewable technologies as well as actively involving its shareholders in supporting new developments.
* supports sensitively sited developments. It considers well-developed projects in appropriate sites, involving the local community wherever possible.

This is a vital time to support the development of renewable energy. Nuclear power is creeping back on to the agenda while issues of cost, waste and safety remain unresolved and the consumption of finite fossil fuels continues to increase.

At the same time, the UK is one of the world’s two most financially attractive countries for renewable energy investment (source: Ernst & Young), backed by Government policy and tried and tested technology in the sector.

The Triodos Renewables share issue closed in October 2005 after raising over �4.75 million. Since its launch, the Fund has invested in ‘Gulliver’, the UK’s largest single turbine on the industrial coastline of Lowestoft, and Caton Moor in Lancashire, replacing ten older wind turbines with eight new and more efficient ones.

Buying or Selling Triodos Renewables shares

Follow the steps outlined below or call Triodos Bank free on 0800 056 2761.

Important Notice

This website does not constitute an offer or invitation to subscribe for shares. Past performance is not necessarily a guide to future performance. It may be difficult to sell or realise your investment, or to obtain reliable information about its value or other risks to which it is exposed. You might not get back the full amount invested. Investment in Triodos Renewables is intended to be for the long term and income from your investment may fluctuate. If you are not sure about whether or not to invest, you should consult a professional adviser authorised under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000, who specialises in advising about investment in shares.

This website has been approved by Triodos Bank NV.

The Triodos Renewables Matched Bargain Market is undertaken by Triodos Bank NV, Brunel House, 11 The Promenade, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3NN

Triodos Renewables is a trading name of Triodos Renewable Energy Fund plc.

How to Register

Any individual or organisation can apply to buy or sell Triodos Renewables shares at any time, through the Matched Bargain Market run by Triodos Bank NV. You can request an application pack by ringing 0800 056 2761 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday, by downloading the forms below or by writing to us at the address shown above.

How it Works

Every month, Triodos holds a matching day when registered sellers are matched with registered buyers. This is done on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. The money is then dispatched to the seller after deduction of charges and the buyer receives a share certificate. Sales or purchases not matched are carried forward to the next matching day one month later and remain on the market until a buyer or seller is found.

Please note that the Matched Bargain Market does not constitute a recognised investment exchange and that Triodos Bank cannot provide you with any advice about the merits or suitability of this investment for you.

How is the recommended share price calculated?
The price at which shares are traded on the Matched Bargain Market is currently �1.40 per share. This price is recommended by the Directors of Triodos Renewables. They base the price on the future cash flows of the investments made by Triodos Renewables and the price is reviewed quarterly.

Buying Shares

The minimum number of shares you can buy is 700.

There is a charge of 1.5% (�1.50 per �100 – minimum charge �5) to cover the costs of the transaction, including Stamp Duty where applicable.

Your attention is drawn to the risk warnings on the application form.

If you wish to buy shares, please send a completed application form, together with your payment, to Triodos Bank.

Click here to download an application form or call 0800 056 2761 to request a copy.

You can download the latest Triodos Renewables Annual Report using the link at the bottom of this page.



Selling Shares

The minimum number of shares you can sell is 700, or your entire holding if it is less than this. There is a charge of 1% (�1 per �100) to cover the costs of each sale transaction, subject to a minimum charge of �5. This will be deducted from the proceeds of any sale of your shares before they are forwarded to you.

If you are in any doubt about the investment merits of selling your Triodos Renewables shares now, we recommend you contact your regular financial advisor for guidance. Sending your share certificate and completed share transfer form to Triodos Bank will be considered sufficient instruction to proceed with a sale of your shares.

To sell your shares please send a completed seller declaration and stock transfer form, together with your share certificate, to Triodos Bank, FREEPOST BS9292, BRISTOL, BS8 3ZZ. Your shares may be sold to more than one buyer. If you wish to sell more than 700 shares, to ensure the quickest sale possible please print and complete three stock transfer forms (please note that photocopies are not acceptable).

To download seller declaration and stock transfer form in PDF format click here. Alternatively call 0800 056 2761 to request copies.
Call 0800 056 2761 to request a seller declaration and stock transfer form.

from Triodos.co.uk