Investors are increasingly applying non-financial factors such as environmental concerns, social justice, and governance practices (or ESG) as part of their analysis process to identify material risks and growth opportunities. Here are some resources to better understand what this means for your investments.
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More Articles & Resources for Eco-Friendly Investing
Eco-Friendly Guide to Finances and Saving
This guide from MoneyGeek offers expert advice and insight, valuable tools and resources designed to help you develop a “green” approach to your finances.
https://www.moneygeek.com/financial-planning/environmentally-friendly-finance-and-saving/
6 Ways to Make Your Money More Sustainable
https://www.yahoo.com/now/6-ways-money-more-sustainable-151607155.html
Financial Benefits of an Eco-friendly Business
Green money: how your finances can help the planet
https://www.theguardian.com/money/2022/feb/07/green-money-how-your-finances-can-help-the-planet
State of Minnesota Small Business Environmental Improvement Loans
https://www.pca.state.mn.us/regulations/small-business-environmental-improvement-loans
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