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Nike Shareholders Call for a Game Plan to Achieve Climate Goals

September 11, 2026

Boston, September 11, 2026 – Nike shareholders voted Tuesday on a Green Century Capital Management (Green Century) shareholder proposal requesting that the largest global seller of athletic footwear and apparel publish a roadmap detailing how it will achieve its climate goals.

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Sysco to Disclose Efforts to Reduce Supply Chain Deforestation

September 1, 2026

Boston, September 1, 2026 – Sysco Corporation, the largest broadline food distribution company in the world, will expand its corporate reporting on its efforts to stop deforestation. The move came […]

Green Century Proposal Urges U-Haul to Move Toward Clean Energy

August 25, 2026

Boston, August 25, 2026 – Green Century Capital Management (Green Century) presented a shareholder resolution on Thursday asking U-Haul to publish statistics about its greenhouse gas emissions.

Darden Restaurants Improves Forest-Protection Disclosures

August 20, 2026

Boston, August 20, 2026 – Darden Restaurants, which operates more than 2,200 restaurants in the United States, including Olive Garden and Ruth’s Chris Steak House, is providing new transparency. The […]

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The Shopping Bag Slogan Reimagined – What’s Not in Your Fund

September 15, 2026

If you have been to Whole Foods* lately, you may have noticed the slogan emblazoned on their grocery bags that say, “It’s What’s Not in the Bag.” – and likely […]

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Green Century’s Partners Galvanize Opposition to Yosemite Land Swap

September 9, 2026

Public parks should remain open to all, and our nonprofit owners and key partners, including Environment California, are working to raise awareness about a possible land swap that would give […]

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Saving the Rainforest – How Green Century is Protecting Nature in 2026

August 26, 2026

As I reflect on my two trips to Indonesia this year, I feel incredibly hopeful. Nearly halfway around the world from Boston, this sprawling country is home to rare wildlife […]

Green Century Visits Rare Wildlife in Borneo’s Tropical Rainforests

August 13, 2026

I’m writing with an update on my trip to Indonesia, which wrapped up with an adventure into the rainforests of Borneo after a jam-packed week of meetings in Jakarta with […]

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Green Century in the News

Nike Investors Reject Climate Disclosure Proposal

This article quotes Giovanna Eichner, a shareholder advocate, on the lack of clarity on Nike’s plans to honor its climate emissions goals. The piece addresses Nike investors rejecting a call for clearer reporting on its 2030 emissions targets but highlights the support of Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, Nike’s 11th-largest shareholder.

Nike CEO expresses ‘growing confidence’ in turnaround effort as stock continues to falter

Shareholder Advocate Giovanna Eichner is quoted in this Oregonian article on Nike’s annual meeting, where Green Century presented a climate resolution. Although the resolution was not accepted by a majority of its shareholders, it received investor support, including the Norway wealth fund, Norges Bank Investment Management, Nike’s 11th-biggest shareholder.

Investors concerned about SEC ‘abdictation’ of no-action process

Annie Sanders, director of shareholder advocacy at Green Century, is quoted in this article about the SEC retreating from its historic role of deciding which shareholder proposals make it onto corporate ballots. The move both expands and makes permanent the change introduced by the SEC in November for the 2026 proxy season.

Are data centres on clean or dirtier parts of the US grid?

Shareholder advocate Giovanna Eichner is quoted in the article on the assessment of how much power AI companies are using and where that power is coming from, revealing which companies are using renewable energy sources and which ones are reliant on fossil fuel energy sources.

Events

Upcoming Events

Green Century staff frequently attend events across the country, and we are always pleased to meet our investors – or provide an introduction to environmentally-responsible investing to anyone interested in learning more.

September 24, 2026

Webinar: Protecting the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge from Oil and Gas Drilling

The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is one of the largest intact ecosystems in the world. The Refuge is also central to the subsistence life and culture of the Gwich’in, an…

September 27, 2026

Reduce Waste Chicago: The Sustainability Market

Mark your calendar for Reduce Waste Chicago's fifth annual Sustainability Market! With over 20 local small businesses, artists, and organizations dedicated to eco-friendly practices, enjoy a day of community, creativity,…

September 27, 2026

Somerville Harvest Festival: Strands of Connection and The Three Sisters

Green Century is a proud sponsor of this event, and invite you to join in on the fun! Join this event for harvest and nature arts activities, pumpkin decorating and…

October 8, 2026

Sustainable Investor Day – Philadelphia

Financial Advisors are invited to join Green Century at the Philadelphia Sustainable Investor Day on October 8th. This event shares actionable strategies for financial advisors looking to gain knowledge on…

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