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Everybody in the Pool
E82: Topofinance: How banking is the secret to gigantic climate action
Mar 27, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Paul Moinester, founder of Topo Finance, reveals the shocking climate impact of traditional banking, where a mere $10,000 can emit as much CO2 as driving 10,000 miles. He emphasizes how corporations' banking emissions can dwarf their operational ones and advocates for switching to climate-friendly banks. Moinester introduces innovative solutions that combine profitability with sustainability, encouraging listeners to consider their financial choices as a form of climate action. Tune in for actionable insights!
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- Conventional banking practices significantly contribute to climate change, with bank lending emissions sometimes far exceeding corporate operational emissions.
- Transitioning to sustainable banking options can drastically reduce emissions and enhance corporate sustainability efforts, impacting climate action positively.
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The Impact of Banking on Climate Change
The banking and investing activities often overlooked play a significant role in contributing to climate change. When individuals deposit money in banks, those funds are typically lent out, and a substantial portion is directed towards carbon-intensive industries. Research shows that emissions generated from bank lending can be up to 700 times more carbon intensive than a corporation's combined emissions from its operations. Understanding this connection between banking practices and emissions can empower consumers and corporations alike to reconsider where they choose to bank.
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