Hi folks, It’s election season, so our focus for the next few months is to ensure that our future includes leaders who will prioritize climate health and maintain our democratic institutions. Our team will be back in action in November!
In the meantime…
Are Your Savings Invested in Fossil Fuels?
Our investments are meant to secure our future – but the world’s largest asset managers – Vanguard, Fidelity, and BlackRock – are investing our retirement savings into fossil fuel development and deforestation which puts us all at risk.
This danger is evident not only in our changing climate but also in the risks to our investments which are projected to lose their value as the world transitions to renewable energy.
Although many of us care deeply about climate change we might feel unsure how to have an impact, especially when facing the immensity of the financial industry.
It’s true that as individuals we do not have much power, but by working together we can make a difference.
So, Elders Action Network has joined the global network of organizations and individuals working together to take action and secure a more sustainable and just future for those we love. We’re demanding our investment companies change their practices and do the right thing for us, our planet, and future generations.
We ask ourselves, “What is the impact of our actions on those who come after us? How can I be the ‘best ancestor’ possible?”
Join this growing movement of “investor activists” – leveraging our power as customers and demanding changes in fossil fuel financing.
Join this growing movement of “investor activists” – leveraging our power as customers and demanding changes in fossil fuel financing.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
- Want to move your money out of Vanguard, but need support navigating it? Earth Quaker Action Team, EQAT, has regular workshops to share resources and answer your questions. Learn more HERE.
- Align your investments with your values. Fossil Free Funds analyzes the fossil fuel exposure and carbon footprint of thousands of U.S. mutual funds and ETFs. We make it easy to know what you own, so you can align your investments with your values. Get more information HERE.
- Have questions? Want to join our working group? Contact Lynne Iser: lynnei@eldersaction.org
As elders we want to secure our retirement, but not at the expense of our children’s future.