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Sustainable Investing Conferences in 2022 Green Century attended a variety of sustainable investing conferences in 2022. As people got back to in-person events, event turnout increased and enthusiasm for exploring trends in sustainable investing is high. Some of the most recent conferences we attended include: Financial Planning Association National Conference Investment News ESG Summit American…

It’s hard to believe I started as Green Century’s director of shareholder advocacy just four months ago. I want to share what my first few months on the job have been like beyond the words “whirlwind” and “inspiring” – though that could certainly sum it up!  Since the beginning of July, Green Century’s advocacy team…

Sustainable investing can use the same (mutual funds, ETFs) as “regular” investing to help people save for the future but there may be differences between what stocks and bonds are chosen, how the mutual fund engages with the companies it holds, and even who owns the investment advisory firm that oversees the mutual fund. For…

By Peyton Fleming Investment in environment, social and governance funds is approaching $40 trillion this year. But only a fraction is helping to fight climate change, Peyton Fleming reports With public attention on climate change and other sustainability threats rising, environment, social and governance (ESG) investing has taken off, spawning a myriad of fund products…

2022 was a big year for Green Century. Thank you, the investors in the Green Century Funds, for your commitment to align your investments with your values, your steadfast support during a challenging market, and your dedication to making a positive impact in our world. We work with companies to secure improved environmental policies and practices…

You may be wondering about the difference between a traditional IRA vs. a Roth IRA. The distinction involves the way each investment is taxed. In the case of traditional IRAs, the investor provides “pre-tax” contributions. Roth IRAs, on the other hand, involve “after-tax” contributions. But what does that actually mean for your retirement fund? What…

Media contacts: Leslie Samuelrich, lsamuelrich@greencentury.com; 781-349-2830 Mark Morgenstein, Media Relations Director, mmorgenstein@greencentury.com, 678-427-1671 BOSTON, August 25, 2022 — Texas State Comptroller Glenn Hegar released a list Wednesday of 10 financial companies that he claims “boycott” fossil fuel companies. Hegar included Green Century in that list and all three of the Green Century Funds are included…