As Green Century° celebrates its 35th anniversary this year as a pioneer in green and responsible investing, we contacted our initial investors and several others who span the decades to hear why they chose us.
For some people, the appeal was instant and mirrored their values.
“When we heard about Green Century, we immediately wanted to be part of it,” said Pat and Jay Jacobson, the fund’s first and longest investors who live in New York City.
What initially may have seemed like a bold and unusual venture — nine nonprofit Public Interest Research Groups creating a mutual fund — has evolved and grown over the past three and a half decades.
At a recent 35th anniversary webinar, Green Century’s President Leslie Samuelrich and Wendy Wendlandt, president of Environment America and founding Board of Directors member, explored Green Century’s origins, current issues, and what’s ahead.
Investors said the combination of fossil fuel-free mutual funds, nonprofit ownership and strong shareholder advocacy is a package that resonates with them.
David Jaber of Berkeley, CA, who has been an investor since 1996, said, “It’s a relief to be able to trust that my investments are contributing to solutions and system reforms, enabling the changes we need to see in the world.”
Phoebe Thomas, who also resides in Berkeley, CA, and began investing with Green Century in 2016, said, “I have long recommended Green Century to people who want to align savings with ethical hearts. Saving for retirement with my IRA while making a positive impact. Now that’s the cherry on top of my socially responsible cake!”
Green Century’s 35-year record and growth in green, sustainable investing distinguish it from competitors through its nonprofit ownership and robust shareholder advocacy, urging companies to make progress in cutting plastics, preserving forests, promoting renewable energy, and allowing consumers to fix their own devices.
In your own words, please take a minute and tell us why you invested in Green Century by emailing us at [email protected].
We invite you to celebrate our decades of sustainable investing by exploring a special website page dedicated to our history, watching our 35th Anniversary webinar and reading blogs that chronicle our history.
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These statements are testimonials from current investors with Green Century. These investors have not been compensated in any way for this endorsement.