Whole green resources for banking, personal finance, socially responsible investing, shareholder activism, philanthropy, and more.
How can we take advantage of the creativity and drive of capitalism without ruining the planet? Or, more narrowly: How can we make effective green investments when the laws governing our economic playing field have so many brown spots? The premise of eco-conscious investing is simple: If money makes the world go ’round, then greener investments ensure its vitality.
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A Guide to Shareholder Activism
The hardest part of shareholder activism is getting enough votes to influence company policies. To initiate an action, work with a nonprofit organization that knows the ropes and already has a network. The most experienced shareholder activist organization is the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility. ICCR can help get your resolution on the ballot, then spread the word by publishing it in their journal and on their Web site.
Tim Smith, director of ICCR for almost 30 years, notes, “Even if a resolution doesn’t pass—and most don’t—it can still have considerable influence.” Why? Because corporate management wants smooth annual meetings and fears negative publicity.
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Here are three of the more than 1,000 Whole Green resources you’ll find in the catalog:
FIRST GREEN BANK: JUST LIKE THE NAME SAYS
First Green Bank
Opened for business in early 2009, First Green Bank is building its cutting-edge, energy-efficient, and eco-sensitive headquarters in Eustis, Florida…
INSULATION
Button Up and Save
Insulation is the key to a comfortable and energy-efficient house, holding heat in during winter and out during summer. It is also a good investment…
PEER-TO-PEER LENDING
Be Your Own Bank
Looking for a better return than a bank CD while making a direct connection to the borrower? Like the idea of funding solar panels while earning more than 13 percent for the loan?…
According to BusinessWeek, the three most generous Donors to environmental Causes were Intel Founders George and Betty Moore, investor Robert Wilson, and media mogul Ted Turner.
