Economic Good News

Stories about money and economics being used for good — and good being done for money and economies

4 of the top fiction, nonfiction, and children's books about climate change

38 Best Books About Climate Change (2023)

Immerse yourself in the best climate change books, chosen for their ability to inform, captivate, and empower readers of all ages to make a lasting positive impact.
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22 Ideas To Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month (2023)

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a celebration of the many contributions and achievements of the AAPI community. 
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Suit Up: This Nonprofit Provides Professional Clothes To Veterans in Need

Save A Suit empowers veterans through professional clothing, aiding their job search and boosting confidence as they navigate the challenges of civilian life.
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Empowering Women & Tackling Climate Change: The Surprising Benefits of Solar-Powered Refrigerators

Expanding food cold chains to the world’s least-developed countries can have enormous impacts. But it also raises concerns if it’s not done in a way that avoids contributing to climate change.
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These Local Governments Are Using Federal Aid To Cancel Medical Debt

From Chicago to Toledo, more and more local governments are getting in on this simple economic recovery strategy: buying up and canceling medical bills en masse.
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Meet Keith Lee, the TikTok Food Reviewer Turning Struggling Eateries into Success Stories

Keith Lee has used his TikTok platform to uplift small food businesses in Las Vegas and beyond.
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Innovative Ugandan School Fuses Indigenous & Financial Education

Discover how the Tat Sat Community Academy in rural Uganda is transforming lives by combining Indigenous knowledge and financial education, providing students with a unique and empowering educational experience.
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Grassroots AIDS Activists Fought for and Won Affordable HIV Treatments Around the World

The President’s Emergency Program for AIDS Relief, or PEPFAR, has revolutionized the fight against global AIDS over the last 20 years. But this program would not be so successful — and might not even exist — without the work of grassroots AIDS activists around the world.
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Kate Raworth and a visual representation of Doughnut Economics

What is Doughnut Economics? A New Way Forward

Learn about Doughnut Economics: A creative concept that outlines a new economic model to sustainably bring us into the 21st century.
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In a crowd, a white woman in an orange tank top spins two young girls in twirling dresses.

Women-Owned Businesses Now Make Up 50% of This Philadelphia Business District

East Passyunk Avenue is a major commercial hub in South Philadelphia — and it has just reached the milestone of becoming 50% women-owned-and-operated.
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Two examples of online thrift stores: Curtsy and Goodfair

47 Best Online Thrift Stores To Shop Second Hand (2024)

Find your next great outfit with our curated guide to the best online thrift stores. Plus: reduce waste, help the planet, save money, & practice conscious consumerism.
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To Reduce Trash, Some States Charge the Companies Producing It

Municipalities and waste managers around the country are raising the alarm about limited landfill capacity, and some see Extended Producer Responsibility policies as a piece of the puzzle.
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