Investing To Save The Planet
How Your Money Can Make a Difference
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
Published:19th Nov '20
Should be back in stock very soon
This transformative guide shows how conscious investing can empower individuals to combat climate change and create a sustainable future through their financial choices in Investing To Save The Planet.
In Investing To Save The Planet, Alice Ross presents a compelling argument that every investor, regardless of their financial stature, has the potential to contribute to the fight against climate change. This book serves as a clarion call for individuals to recognize their power in shaping a more sustainable world through conscious investing. By taking action now, investors can align their financial goals with the urgent need for environmental stewardship, fostering a future where both the planet and their portfolios can thrive.
The author breaks down the concept of green investing, illustrating how it has evolved from a niche market to a vital avenue for raising substantial funds for initiatives that combat the climate crisis. Readers will discover the sectors that are leading the way in innovation, such as renewable energy and smart agriculture. Additionally, Ross equips readers with the tools to navigate the complexities of investment jargon and avoid the pitfalls of greenwashing, empowering them to make informed decisions that reflect their values.
Investing To Save The Planet is not just an informative guide; it is a transformative resource that encourages individuals to leverage their savings and pensions as instruments for positive change. With insights from notable figures in sustainability, the book emphasizes that the choices made by investors can significantly impact the trajectory of our planet's future. By the end, readers will feel inspired and equipped to ensure their financial decisions contribute to a healthier Earth.
Investing responsibly is one of the most powerful avenues towards addressing climate change. But it's not only for large institutional investors. Every person's savings account and pension can meaningfully contribute. Ross tells us how in this clear, easy to understand yet transformative book * Christiana Figueres, Founding Partner, Global Optimism and Former Executive Secretary, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change *
People often ask me what THEY can do to act on the climate crisis. I now have yet another answer. Investing to Save the Planet explains the power you have, through your financial investment choices, to accelerate the path toward a sustainable clean energy future. Read this book and be empowered to create a better future for the planet * Michael Mann, Distinguished Professor, Penn State University, author of The New Climate War *
This book presents a salient truth: every investor - no matter how large or small - has the power to help address our climate crisis and build a more sustainable world. Together, we can and must act now * Al Gore, former Vice President of the United States *
I can't imagine a more important book at the moment. A detailed, action-oriented guide on how to make our money matter and save us and the planet we live on * Richard Curtis, Writer, Director, Co-Founder of Red Nose Day and UN Sustainable Development Goals Advocate *
Changing the way that we invest is one of the most powerful levers we have for solving climate change. This hugely interesting and immensely practical book not only explains why changing how we invest is so critically important but also provides a set of powerful tools for actually doing it * Rebecca Henderson, John and Natty McArthur University Professor at Harvard University and author of Reimagining Capitalism *
ISBN: 9780241457238
Dimensions: 216mm x 135mm x 17mm
Weight: 257g
240 pages