Lesson 5: Money
Sustainable money: Banking, savings & investments
Money is one of the biggest levers individuals have to combat the climate crisis. In this course you will learn how traditional money is fuelling the climate crisis invisibly and what anyone can do to change that.
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Individual
ImpactEffortChoosing a sustainable bank means that your money is doing good and supports the causes you care about while you are asleep. Legacy banks use your money to finance planetary destruction by lending money to evil industries like the fossil fuel, meat and dairy, or weapon industry. Sustainable banks only invest in industries that make the planet and our societies thrive. They invest in renewable energy and other impact industries. Switching your bank is one of the most impactful and easiest climate actions available, that most people don't have on their radar.
Individual
ImpactEffortMoney is one of the biggest and most effective levers individuals have. Unfortunately money especially from insurances and banks is still used to fund harmful industries like deforestation (big meat) and the fossil fuel industry. The good news is, there are sustainable providers and once you did the switch you don't have to think about it anymore.
Community
ImpactEffortDonating empower experts and activists, enhances public awareness, and supports sustainable practices at both local and global levels. By financially backing organisations fighting climate change, individuals can play a significant role in driving progress, influencing policy, and fostering a sustainable future especially if they don't have the time or the ability to be on the ground themselves. Choosing the right organisation is key.
Individual
ImpactEffortInvesting in green funds directs your capital towards sustainable initiatives, such as renewable energy projects and eco-friendly businesses, fostering innovation and driving positive environmental change.
Individual
ImpactEffortMoney is one of the biggest and most effective levers individuals have. Unfortunately money especially from insurances and banks is still used to fund harmful industries like deforestation (big meat) and the fossil fuel industry. The good news is, there are sustainable providers and once you did the switch you don't have to think about it anymore.
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