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1. Invest sustainably. Address your concerns about climate change through sustainable “ESG” investing. Sustainable investing considers a range of environmental, social, and governance factors with the goal of generating long-term competitive returns, as well as a positive social impact,³ and a growing number of investors are interested. Nearly half of U.S. households say they would prefer to invest responsibly,⁴ and close to 75% of U.S. investors are receptive to the idea of sustainable investing.⁵  
   
   If you received a bonus, sold your business, or have other assets you’d like to invest, think about investing sustainably. Sustainable investments consider environmental, social, and governance factors, with a goal of generating both long-term financial returns and a positive social impact. ESG criteria are increasingly becoming a priority for both investors and business leaders, as studies show a positive correlation between materially sustainable business practices and profitability.⁶ Sustainable investments allow you to invest for the future and feel good that you’re doing your part for the planet.

What are your investment choices and what can you do to get started?

Fairport offers a range of sustainable investment options, from exchange-traded funds to highly personalized and targeted solutions. To learn more about investing with your values:

To get the process started, reach out to your advisor to discuss your investment needs and sustainability priorities. For example, you may want to focus on themes, such as renewable energy or specific ESG parameters. Your advisor will work with you to identify and implement the best strategies for you and continue to provide oversight on your entire wealth plan.

3. Live sustainably. Environmentally friendly products and advances in technology make it increasingly easy to reduce, reuse, and recycle. And incorporating some small changes into your everyday routines can make a big difference.
   
   • Replace disposable items with reusable. Instead of throw-away items, such as single use straws, paper towels, and batteries, choose washable straws, dish rags, and rechargeable batteries.
   • Think twice before discarding. Don’t send your unwanted items into a landfill! Give them a new life. For example, you can paint or reface your kitchen cabinets to look like new. Reupholster an old couch to transform its look and upcycle an old bookshelf into a handy bar cart. 
   • Embrace the sharing economy. As the saying goes, one woman’s trash is another woman’s treasure. If it’s time to declutter and get rid of the things you don’t want, you can sell the designer clothing you no longer wear on Poshmark, and other items on Facebook Marketplace, EBay, or Letgo. You can also make donations to organizations such as the Salvation Army and Goodwill.
   • Shop local. Head to the local farmstand for your fruits and vegetables to reduce the distance your food has to travel, which conserves fuel and reduces packaging. And an added benefit is that shopping local supports the community.