38: Climate Change and Your Finances

Each year, about 13 million people die because of things like pollution and extreme weather caused by climate change. So, on that depressing note, let's talk about how to prepare your finances for the unknowns in this week's episode of Money Feels! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.In today's episode, we discuss the following:What's going on with the climate crisis?The changing landscape of our retirementWhy you need good insuranceUsing Alberta's weather as an exampleWhy choosing where you live mattersHow does climate change impact your financial future?Emergency funds for climate changeCan we do anything to help?What are some green ways to invest? If any!Resources and sources:Canada's Green Bond ProgramFree Emergency Preparedness PrintablesThe Great Climate MigrationClimate Change Fast FactsWallet Activism by Tanja HesterFinancial First Aid by Alyssa DaviesAlyssa's Instagram Poll ResultsThanks for listening to today's episode! If you want to keep listening, we've now launched our Patreon! You can subscribe for bonus episodes and extra content from your hosts. Thank you for listening to today's episode! Join us next week for a new one. Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!