Yearly Archives: 2015

In 2015, As You Sow engaged dozens of companies asking for increased responsibility on environmental and social issues by corporate boards and management. We filed 35 shareholder resolutions, the most resolutions we’ve ever filed! Some … MORE >

After engaging with As You Sow, Dunkin’ Donuts agreed to remove titanium dioxide, a common source of nanomaterials, from their powdered sugar. Healthy, safe food is a basic human right. That’s why As You Sow … MORE >

Shareholders are asking energy companies to acknowledge the risk that their carbon assets may be stranded. Conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to devastate vulnerable communities. Fortunately, awareness, transparency, and collaboration are … MORE >

Shareholders are asking energy companies to acknowledge the risk that their carbon assets may be stranded. As prescription drug abuse continues to present a serious public health risk, our Waste program is unveiling a new … MORE >

Shareholders are asking energy companies to acknowledge the risk that their carbon assets may be stranded. For the past three years, As You Sow has been working to make sure that investors and markets understand … MORE >

One of our new Environmental Health initiatives aims to protect bees and other pollinators. The overuse of pesticides and antibiotics in food production can lead to serious consequences. Now, new initiatives at As You Sow … MORE >

Shareholders are encouraging utilities to take stronger steps to address climate change. As the economic risks of climate change become more urgent, investors have continued to show strong support for shareholder resolutions asking utilities to … MORE >

We found toxic metals like lead and cadmium in popular chocolate products. If you have a sweet tooth, you may have read studies talking about the health benefits associated with eating moderate amounts of chocolate. … MORE >

Fossil Free Funds allows you to look up mutual funds and see how much of the fund’s assets are invested in fossil fuel stocks. As investors look to protect themselves from the economic risks of … MORE >

Wow! What a year it’s been! It’s always exhilarating to negotiate with corporations and stand tall in their annual meetings — and watch these same corporations change from the inside out. That’s the best part … MORE >