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Inside ‘Teflon Joe’s’: Why your favorite grocery store is not what you think

Green America in the News ( ) How Trader Joe’s remains a beloved brand despite record product recalls, safety violations, worker misconduct complaints, and an environmental record that belies its reputation.
Fast Company - https://www.fastcompany.com/91240524/trader-joes-is-not-what-you-think

Specialized says it donated $44,000 to unpaid factory workers. Did it?

Green America in the News ( ) After months of fruitless negotiations, workers at a Salvadoran garment factory that closed without paying them thought they'd finally secured a win, but can't find any record of the bike brand's claimed contribution.
Escape Collective - https://escapecollective.com/specialized-says-it-donated-44000-to-unpaid-factor…

Demystifying Finance to Build a More Vibrant, Sustainable, and Just Economy: Green America

Green America in the News ( ) We spoke with Cathy Cowan Becker, Responsible Finance Campaign Director of Green America, on its mission to harnesses economic power—the strength of consumers, investors, businesses, and the marketplace—to create a socially just and environmentally…
Nasdaq - https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/demystifying-finance-build-more-vibrant-sustain…

6 Sustainable Banking Options

Green America in the News ( ) Your bank is more than a place to put your money. Banks can use the funds you deposit to create loans or make investments. And in some cases, that may mean using your money to invest in fossil fuels that can harm the environment. Sustainable banks…
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Insurance industry's hypocrisy: Warning about climate change, backing fossil fuels

Green America in the News ( ) Instead of passing the buck on to the rest of us and our most vulnerable citizens, big insurance companies must use their leverage and clout to push the energy transition to a more sustainable future. Column by Responsible Finance Campaign Director…
Des Moines Register - https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/opinion/columnists/2024/05/23/insurance…

The bike industry’s sustainability blind spot

Green America in the News ( ) Pro bike racing is no stranger to protests. Activists for causes of all stripes routinely use the platform the sport provides to spread messages about climate change, political causes, and a variety of issues. But a protest that happened recently…
Escape Collective - https://escapecollective.com/the-bike-industrys-sustainability-blind-spot/

How to Make an Eco-Friendly Move in 2024

Green America in the News ( ) If you’re discarding a large number of items or parting with bulky furniture, you may consider hiring a junk removal service. However, ensure the company employs sustainable practices. “When researching junk removal companies, ask about what they…
Architectural Digest - https://www.architecturaldigest.com/reviews/moving/eco-friendly-move

Pro-fracking public comments in Ohio stem from 'misleading' ads

Green America in the News ( ) Cathy Cowan Becker, a co-founder of the environmental group Save Ohio Parks, said the Facebook ads were “misleading” and may have tricked people into submitting a pro-fracking comment to state regulators.
The Washington Post - https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/09/19/pro-fracking-public-comments…

Pro-fracking public comments in Ohio stem from 'misleading' ads

Green America in the News ( ) Cathy Cowan Becker, a co-founder of the environmental group Save Ohio Parks, said the Facebook ads were “misleading” and may have tricked people into submitting a pro-fracking comment to state regulators.
MSN - https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/pro-fracking-public-comments-in-ohio-stem-fro…

Climate activists are going to the US Senate with concerns about AI’s emissions impact

Green America in the News ( ) In a signed letter to Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer, 22 groups including Amazon Employees for Climate Justice, Fight for the Future, Green America, the Union of Concerned Scientists, Friends of the Earth, and Accountable Tech ask the Senate…
Quartz - https://qz.com/climate-change-ai-large-language-models-carbon-emission-18508308…

Government announces major change to everyday customer checkout practices: ‘The decision [is] undoubtedly a positive step’

Green America in the News ( ) San Francisco assemblyman Phil Ting is leading this charge, using statistics from Green America to say at a press conference in May that receipts come at the expense of “3 million trees, 10 billion gallons of water, 302 million pounds of waste on…
Yahoo News - https://news.yahoo.com/government-announces-major-change-everyday-190000751.html

Stop Funding the Climate Crisis: 4 Ways You Can Decarbonize Your Finances.

Green America in the News ( ) “We wouldn't have things like the Willow Project or Line Three” — an oil drilling project in Alaska and a pipeline from Canada to Wisconsin, respectively — “if we didn't have these big banks underwriting them by lending them all this money,” said…
Teen Vogue - https://www.teenvogue.com/story/stop-funding-the-climate-crisis-how

You’re probably funding Big Oil without even knowing it. Here’s how to stop

Green America in the News ( ) There are relatively simple ways you can move your finances away from fossil fuels. Nexus Media News spoke with several advocates and financial experts about how to decarbonize your money. 
Fast Company - https://www.fastcompany.com/90949146/youre-probably-funding-big-oil-without-eve…

How Much Does a POS System Cost? (Price Guide)

Green America in the News ( ) A survey from Green America found that 89% of US consumers want retailers to offer both print receipts and digital receipts sent via email. With that in mind, you might want to purchase a receipt printer and printing paper. This way, you…
Shopify - https://www.shopify.com/retail/pos-system-cost

Veteran shows ‘ludicrous’ papers received after picking up prescription from VA office: ‘What was the point in all this?’

Green America in the News ( ) Creating receipts also generates more than 4 billion pounds of carbon dioxide pollution, which greatly contributes to the overheating of our planet, reported the L.A. Times, citing a study by advocacy group Green America.
Yahoo News - https://news.yahoo.com/veteran-shows-ludicrous-papers-received-113000277.html?g…

What is a Hybrid Vehicle?

Green America in the News ( ) An HEV is an excellent avenue to better fuel economy if you want to keep things simple and less expensive at the point of purchase. Green America says the improvement over an ICE alone, on average, is somewhere between 20% and 35%. On the other…
Kelley Blue Book - https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/what-is-a-hybrid-vehicle/

Opinion: Environmental, social and governance investing works

Green America in the News ( ) The Republican-led House Oversight Committee held a hearing this month on environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices as the result of a letter sent from 21 state attorneys general to top asset managers that warned them against using ESG…
The Washington Post - https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/06/07/environmental-social-governa…

Dazed and Confused at Congress’ ESG Hearing

Green America in the News ( ) That was seriously weird. JEVA LANGE•MAY 10, 2023 Of all the nonsense spouted during the House Oversight Committee’s “ Examination of Environmental, Social, and Governance Practices with Attorneys General: Part One” on Wednesday, perhaps…
Heatmap - https://heatmap.news/politics/esg-hearing-congress-oversight-weird

14 Products to Make Your Life More Eco-friendly With Barely Any Effort

Green America in the News ( ) These days it seems like every brand is making bold claims about using eco-friendly materials and sustainable practices. A quick shopping trip can quickly turn perplexing—which of the assertions are the real deal? We spoke with experts, including…
The Wall Street Journal - https://www.wsj.com/buyside/wellness/best-eco-friendly-products-ec95f2e2

In Callback To The World Wars, Climate Victory Garden Inspires Collective Action

Green America in the News ( ) The world is in the midst of a climate crisis. That’s why nonprofit Green America says you should grow a 'Climate Victory Garden'. For more information on Climate Victory Gardens, visit greenamerica.org
The Weather Channel - https://weather.com/news/climate/video/in-callback-to-the-world-wars-climate-vi…