#27 | Sustainable banking and investing for the planet

In this episode, we go beyond the immediate impact of our daily purchases to talk about the impact of the money we have in our savings, investments, and pensions. While banks have traditionally been part of the problem by financing fossil fuel projects and not prioritizing sustainable investments, this is beginning to change.

Banking investments can have a significant impact on promoting sustainable development and combating climate change. But do we go for a green bank or stick with one of the major players? Why do we make the banking choices we do, and how do we overcome difficulties in changing banks?

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Links and resources:

Article | The Role of Banking in Climate Change
Article | Banks and Climate
Article | Why your banking habits matter for the climate
Article | Why are banks key enablers in fighting climate change?
Article | Stop Banks Funding Climate Chaos
Article | Ethical Banking: Top Socially Responsible Banks - Forbes
Article | Ethical Banking - Overview, Characteristics, Pros and Cons
Article | Ethical Banking: What Are Socially Responsible Banks? - Nerd Wallet
Article | Ethical Banks & Current Accounts - Ethical Consumer
Article | 11 Ethical & Socially Responsible Banks
Bank | Triodos Bank
Investing | Wealthfront

-Brandee and Hannah