Mind your money - A practical guide to sustainable investments

Humanity's impact on the planet, its ecosystem, and climate have never been stronger. In combination with increasing social inequalities it is clear that in this decade, we need to fix a lot of the issues we have created in the last century. For most of us that can be overwhelming. But what if you were told that there is one action you can take that is over 20 times more effective than the combination of reducing your meat consumption, flights, and driving your car? You would at least consider it, right?

That is why this book exists. It is no secret in the industry that investing sustainably is the most effective action towards a sustainable future and positive society. Money and where it is invested determines which industries thrive and which cease to exist. But that is the problem, it is only clear to a small group of people that this is the way forward and it is something that every person with some savings or a pension should consider.

This book is for everyone looking to change their private finances. "Mind your money" provides ideas, real-world options, and solutions that you can implement in your investment portfolio today. It covers everything from why sustainable investing is so powerful, to what it is, and practical tips to get started right away. With the help of this book, you can mind your money and invest it where your heart is.

Andreas Lehner is a global citizen with a passion for sustainability. He's a serial climate entrepreneur, having co-founded ventures tackling sustainability issues such as methane removal (Powerblocks) and renewable energy finance in emerging markets (Trine). With over a decade of experience in entrepreneurship and sustainability, Andreas actively mentors startups and entrepreneurs on their own journeys. He is committed to inspiring positive change and youth leadership in sustainable development, as an advocate for a more sustainable world and in his role as entrepreneur, coach and author.