Issue Nº 503

Tuesday

In today’s issue, we’ll take a look at:

• Divesting your 401(k) from fossil fuels

• Why sea turtles are rebounding

• An easy way to feel stronger for longer

• Making bacon from a banana peel

Did You Know?

Producing the lowest impact meat creates __ times more environmental damage than the highest impact plant.

Scroll to the bottom for the answer.

Are You Investing in Climate Change?

You might be eating less meat, installing solar panels on your roof, and biking to work. But have you considered that your retirement savings could be invested in fossil fuels? It’s far from implausible - in fact, over 25% of all the money invested in oil, coal, and gas companies comes from 401(k) retirement savings.

Your retirement plan is for safeguarding your future - but thanks to these investments, all of our futures are at risk. So, how can you divest? 

1. Speak to a Financial Adviser

You might never have spoken to them, but if you have a retirement account, the services of a financial adviser are included. Reach out and ask them to talk you through your options.

2. Choose a Green Company Plan

Often, the retirement plans offered by your workplace are very limited - but if you’re lucky, there’ll be a fossil-free fund you can easily switch to.

3. Open a New Account

With a new account comes the freedom to choose where to put your money, so you can find a plan that better aligns with your values. Create a brokerage account that’s tethered to your original one, sell the investments in your current 401(k), and use the cash to buy into a fossil fuel fund. Find the right one for you using the online tool Fossil Free Funds.

Sea Turtles Are Making a Comeback

Loggerhead sea turtles can live for up to 70 years but are classed as endangered due to a number of threats, including pollution, human activity, and the degradation of their nesting habitats. But thanks to conservationists, populations are thankfully resurging. This summer, volunteers on Anna Maria Island, Florida - a hotspot for sea turtles - marked a new all-time record for the number of turtles sighted. 

Amazingly, the conservation efforts of 25 years ago are now paying off. Back then, volunteers stepped up to protect the nests of turtle hatchlings, and those same baby turtles have now started coming back as adults to create their own nests.

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Banana Peel Bacon Recipe

No more tossing your banana peel on the ground for a cartoon character to slip on! With this recipe, you can make the most of your food waste and turn banana peels into a smoky, crispy treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 very ripe bananas - the more brown spots, the better 

• 3 tablespoons of soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon of maple syrup

• ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon of garlic powder

Method:

• Remove the peels, and scrape off the white parts with a spoon.

• Mix your marinade ingredients together and soak the peels for anywhere between ten minutes and a few hours.

Reflections:

• 🌎 Did You Know: Producing the lowest impact meat creates eight times more environmental damage than the highest impact plant.

• 🌅 Sunset Of The Day: The sun can provide the most beautiful photography. That's why we're eager to see your favorite sunrise or sunset photos. Reply to this email with your best sun-based pictures for a chance to be featured in next Wednesday's newsletter!