v3.26.1
Expense Example - NEW ALTERNATIVES FUND
Apr. 30, 2026
USD ($)
NEW ALTERNATIVES FUND Investor Shares  
Prospectus [Line Items]  
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Year $ 137
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Years 428
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Years 739
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Years 1,624
NEW ALTERNATIVES FUND CLASS A SHARES  
Prospectus [Line Items]  
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Year 458
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Years 687
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Years 935
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Years $ 1,643