Friends of the Earth Discuss Who Funds the Most Environmentally Damaging Sectors
The Plantbased Business Hour
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Banking on Emissions: Environmental Impacts of Financing Agriculture
This chapter explores the significant financial support U.S. banks provide to environmentally harmful sectors, particularly the meat and dairy industries, highlighting their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to millions of cars. It discusses the urgent need for banks to reassess their investment strategies to align with climate commitments and reduce 'facilitated emissions.' Additionally, the chapter addresses the broader implications of these practices on food security and market stability as pressures mount for sustainable change.
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