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Q: What are the largest ESG ETFs in Europe?

Two of the largest ESG ETFs in Europe are: iShares MSCI World ESG Screened UCITS ETF USD Acc : This ETF aims to track the performance of the MSCI World ESG Screened Index, which includes large and mid-cap companies across 23 developed markets. The index is designed to reflect the performance of companies that have positive ESG characteristics, while excluding companies involved in controversial activities (e.g., tobacco, weapons, fossil fuels). ISIN: IE00BFNM3J75 Xtrackers MSCI World ESG UCITS ETF - 1C : This ETF aims to track the MSCI World ESG Index, which captures large and mid-cap representation across 23 developed markets. The index includes companies with robust ESG performance while excluding those that do not meet certain ESG criteria. ISIN: IE00BZ02LR44

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These are the most traded ETFs in 2025 included in our Core Selection based on the total number of trades on our Irish platform.

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VANGUARD S&P 500 ETF

IE00B3XXRP09

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VANGUARD FTSE ALL-WLD UCI

IE00BK5BQT80

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ISHARES CORE MSCI WORLD E

IE00B4L5Y983

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VANGUARD S&P 500 ETF

IE00BFMXXD54

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What is an ETF?

ETFs, also known as trackers, are funds that follow the performance of an index, commodity, bond or composition of products. Unlike some other funds, ETFs are bought and sold on a stock exchange. Would you like to learn more about ETFs? Read our ETF article for all you need to know.

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Sustainability

Sustainability is an umbrella term for a number of criteria that selected companies must meet. A commonly used measure is ESG, which stands for Environment, Social and Governance. Companies that meet ESG benchmarks score high in these areas.

Due to the growing interest in climate and social developments, sustainable investing has been increasing in popularity in recent years. Companies are increasingly adapting their business operations to sustainability criteria, and companies have emerged that actively combat climate change, such as manufacturers of wind turbines and solar collectors.

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Why invest in sustainable ETFs?

Sustainability is a broad field and investors can invest in it for a variety of reasons; return and moral conviction are different drivers. For investors who want to invest in specific aspects of sustainability, there are thematic funds, e.g., ETFs that invest in clean energy.

Because of the wide diversity of ETF investments, it is difficult to make general statements about the price performance of sustainability funds. If an investor takes a broad view of the sustainability criteria, they can choose a well-diversified ETF. The more specifically they want to invest, the more the returns will depend on the sector in which their ETF invests.

Sustainable FAQs

What are the largest ESG ETFs in Europe?

Two of the largest ESG ETFs in Europe are:

iShares MSCI World ESG Screened UCITS ETF USD Acc: This ETF aims to track the performance of the MSCI World ESG Screened Index, which includes large and mid-cap companies across 23 developed markets. The index is designed to reflect the performance of companies that have positive ESG characteristics, while excluding companies involved in controversial activities (e.g., tobacco, weapons, fossil fuels). ISIN: IE00BFNM3J75
Xtrackers MSCI World ESG UCITS ETF - 1C: This ETF aims to track the MSCI World ESG Index, which captures large and mid-cap representation across 23 developed markets. The index includes companies with robust ESG performance while excluding those that do not meet certain ESG criteria. ISIN: IE00BZ02LR44

Do ETFs have ESG ratings?

Many ETFs are rated based on their ESG (environmental, social and governance) criteria. These ratings are typically provided by third-party agencies and assess how well the underlying companies within the ETF perform on ESG factors compared to their peers, helping investors understand the sustainability profile of the ETF.

Why are sustainable ETFs on the rise?

Sustainable ETFs are gaining popularity for several reasons:

Growing investor awareness: There's an increasing awareness of climate change and social issues, prompting investors to seek out investments that align with their values.
Regulatory pressure: Governments and regulators are increasingly emphasising sustainability, which encourages the development of ESG-focused investment products.
Diverse investment options: The rise of sustainable ETFs has led to a wider variety of products available to investors, making it easier to construct a diversified portfolio that meets ESG criteria.