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Expert Q&A with Lisa Renstrom, Divest-Invest Philanthropy

Expert Q&A with Lisa Renstrom, Divest-Invest Philanthropy

Apr 29, 2014

Divest-Invest Philanthropy is a coalition of U.S. and global foundations pledged to divest from fossil fuel companies and invest a portion of their assets in the clean energy economy. Members of the Divest-Invest Philanthropy initiative are united around a shared conviction that investments must not undercut philanthropy’s mission to serve the public good. Rather, endowed assets should advance both financial and ethical goals.

Loren Blackford on Jump-Starting the Clean Revolution

Loren Blackford on Jump-Starting the Clean Revolution

May 30, 2012

The role of investments and markets has become a primary focus for me. During my time as chair of the Sierra Club Foundation board, we’ve transitioned as much of our portfolio as possible to asset managers who are aligned with our priorities. Convincing investors that coal is a bad investment has been a key component of the Club’s campaign success. Now the Club is partnering with clean energy leaders to convince investors, policymakers, and the public that renewables and efficiency are a good bet.

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