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The EATV ETF turns 3 this month! For the 3rd Quarter 2024, EATV, the Plant-based Innovation & Climate ETF, was up 10.09% at market while the S&P 500 Index was up 5.89%. This is as of 9/30/24. For standardized performance of EATV click here: www.eatvetf.com. The performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. For the most recent month-end performance please call +1 424 237-8393 or visit the Fund’s website at www.EATVetf.com. Performance of EATV takes into account the gross expense ratio, which is 0.76%.

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Start the New Year right with an in-depth look at your diet and finances. In an off-the-cuff conversation, Elysabeth Alfano, CEO of VegTech Invest and Marguerita (Rita) Cheng, CFP®, CEO of Blue Ocean Global Wealth, share their thoughts on getting healthy in mind, body and portfolio in 2025. Register now! #webinar #2025 #health #finances

❓ What is the outlook for sustainable investing in 2025? 🌎 Matt Patsky, CEO and Portfolio Manager of Trillium Asset Management, discussed this topic with our CEO and host Elysabeth Alfano in a recent episode of the Upside & Impact: Investing for Change podcast. This episode, a highlight clip, and an article are now on NYSE’s ETF Central website. Links to the website and to the podcast are in the comments. 🎙 Want to always get the latest Upside & Impact podcast? Subscribe on iTunes and sign up for the VegTech Invest newsletter at www.VegTechInvest.com. #shareholderengagement #impactinvesting #finance

❓ Is sustainable investing living up to its promise? BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, is facing scrutiny for its role in addressing climate change and human rights issues. According to a recent report by Jonathan Watts in The Guardian, activists argue that the firm's actions fall short of its sustainability pledges, particularly in aligning its investments with global climate goals and protecting human rights in the supply chain.  While BlackRock has made strides in advocating for net-zero emissions and sustainability and good management priorities, the report highlights gaps between rhetoric and results. 🌲 Notably, the firm continues to hold significant stakes in companies tied to fossil fuels and deforestation—key drivers of climate instability.  As impact investing grows, people want to know that their dollars are not invested in companies that harm the environment. 🌱  At VegTech™ Invest, we know that food production contributes up to one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions. Thus, aligning our investments with sustainable food system practices is essential to mitigating climate risks and ensuring long-term resilience. The path forward demands accountability, transparency, and a commitment to transformative action—not just from companies but from the financial institutions that fund them. To learn more, read the article here: https://lnkd.in/dgtNFena #SustainableInvesting #ClimateAction #FoodSystems #RegenerativeAgriculture

❓ What does a truly regenerative economy look like? 🎙 Matt Patsky, CEO of Trillium Asset Management, puts it succinctly in a recent episode of the Upside & Impact: Investing for Change podcast: “How do we create a 21st century economy that is much more regenerative in nature and restorative?… It’s a huge opportunity.” 🌱 Investing in food systems transformation is one of the most critical pathways to achieving this vision. By supporting innovations in sustainable agriculture, plant-based solutions, diversified proteins and circular food economies, we can restore ecosystems, build resilience, and create long-term value.  📈 The transition to regenerative systems isn’t just an environmental imperative—it’s a business opportunity. Forward-thinking investors have the chance to lead by aligning portfolios with solutions that prioritize health, equity, and sustainability.  How are you positioning yourself to be part of this transformation? Let’s shape a future that thrives for both our portfolios and our planet. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gUUaqjRU #SustainableInvesting #RegenerativeEconomy #FoodSystemsTransformation

What’s the cost of water? 🌊 The EPA’s proposed “Slaughterhouse Rule” is set to have significant economic and environmental impacts, according to a new analysis by Marc Yaggi in GreenMoney Journal. Slaughterhouses are among the largest industrial water polluters in the U.S., discharging over 28 million pounds of nitrogen and phosphorus annually—key contributors to harmful algal blooms and dead zones in waterways. 🌎 The rule aims to tighten pollution limits, saving ecosystems but potentially increasing costs for producers by $400 million annually, a drop in the bucket compared to the environmental and health damages. 💧 Cleaner water standards mean healthier communities and ecosystems. However, the projected costs highlight the urgent need for innovation in food systems to balance environmental protection with economic viability. 💡 This is a pivotal and necessary moment for food systems transformation. Most are only aware of egregious emissions (32% of the world’s methane emissions come from the animal ag sector) but are not aware of the air pollution and extreme water usage and pollution of the industry. 🌱 Plant-based and diversified proteins present opportunities to reduce pollution at the source while meeting growing demand sustainably. Companies and investors at the forefront of this shift are not just protecting water resources—they’re shaping the future of food.  👉 How can businesses adapt to ensure compliance and sustainability? Read more at the link in the comments. #FoodSystemsTransformation #Sustainability #WaterImpact Cliff Feigenbaum

Director of Shareholder Advocacy at Green Century Capital Management, Annie Sanders, joins the CEO of VegTech Invest and host of the Upside & Impact Investing for Change Podcast, Elysabeth Alfano to discuss the top tips for effective and transformation shareholder engagement. Join us live and bring your questions. #shareholderengagement #toptips #podcast #live #impactinvesting

🤔 Wonder what’s next in alt protein? 🌱 Join vegconomist - the vegan business magazine’s December digital fireside chat with leading innovators in the global alt-protein sector to explore the market’s evolving landscape. 🗣 Our CEO Elysabeth Alfano will be one of the speakers, along with Sebastian Joy of ProVeg International and Ira van Eelen of The KindEarth.Tech (KET) Foundation. The panel will be moderated by Nadine Filko. Topics of discussion include initiatives within the for-profit sector and how nonprofits and impact initiatives can support the alt protein industry synergistically. 💡 Gain valuable insights into what's needed and where the industry is heading as we approach 2025. Link in the comments to register! #altprotein #diversifiedproteins #foodsystemstransformation

❓ Did you know plant-based meat cuts environmental impact by 89%? 📄 The Good Food Institute recently came out with their latest Life Cycle Assessment of plant-based versus animal-based meats. The LCA showed that plant-based meat can significantly improve the sustainability and efficiency of the food system. 💡 Some of the specific key findings were: 🌱 Plant-based meat has, on average, 91% lower environmental impacts than pork, and 71% lower impacts than chicken. 💧 On average, plant-based meat uses 79% less land, 95% less water, and reduces water pollution by 93% compared to animal meat. 🌽 Using real-world commercial data, plant-based meats consistently show lower environmental impacts across different ingredients, protein sources, and production methods, and can be scaled with minimal natural resources. 🌎 These are just more concrete reasons why transitioning to a food system made of diversified proteins is better for the planet. Read the full LCA at the link in the comments. #LCA #plantbased #foodsystemstransformation