Dollars & Change

The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable and Responsible Investing

Sustainable and responsible investing has been core to Earth Equity’s mission since our founding in 2004. Peter Krull, the Partner and Director of Sustainable Investing, is passionate about educating others about everything from aligning your investments to your values to greenwashing. Which is why he has created the podcast series, Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable and Responsible Investing. Tune in for in-depth conversations with sustainability leaders, thought-provoking discussions around the urgency we’re feeling to make responsible change, and practical advice on how investors can align their financial strategies with their values.

You can now view all of our episodes below. New episodes can be found here or on the Earth Equity YouTube channel. You can also listen anywhere you stream your favorite podcasts. Just getting started? Check out our first episode with legendary actor and environmentalist, Ed Begley, Jr.

Episode 3

Dollars & Change Unscripted With Pete Krull and Garvin Jabusch

Pete Krull and Garvin Jabusch have an unscripted conversation about sustainable investing, the economy, and the markets.

Episode 2

Dollars & Change Unscripted With Pete Krull and Garvin Jabusch

Pete Krull and Garvin Jabusch have an unscripted conversation about sustainable investing, the economy, and the markets.

Episode 1

Dollars & Change Unscripted With Pete Krull and Garvin Jabusch

Pete Krull and Garvin Jabusch have an unscripted conversation about sustainable investing, the economy, and the markets.

Episode 34

Featuring Jessica Fishman

In the latest episode of Dollars & Change: The Experts’ Guide to Sustainable and Responsible Investing, host Peter Krull sat down with renewable energy marketing expert Jessica Fishman for a conversation about the future of clean energy, the rise of “ElectroTech,” and why the global energy transition is accelerating faster than many expected.

Episode 33

Featuring Simon Rebbechi

On this episode of Dollars & Change: The Experts Guide to Sustainable and Responsible Investing, host Peter Krull was joined by Simon Rebbechi, the Vice President of Sustainable Strategies at Calamos Investments. Together they spoke about where sustainable investing stands today—and where it’s headed.

Episode 32

Featuring Kristen Oliveri

On the latest episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable and Responsible Investing, Peter Krull sat down with Kristen Oliveri, a journalist turned entrepreneur. The duo discussed the changing mindset of ultra-high-net-worth families, generational shifts in investing, and why people give her hope.

Episode 31

Featuring Mallory McDuff

In the first Dollars & Change episode of 2026, host Peter Krull was joined by Mallory McDuff, environmental educator, author, and longtime Warren Wilson College faculty member. The conversation explored a rarely discussed topic: sustainable end-of-life planning.

Episode 30

Featuring Iyassu Essayas

In the latest episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing, host Peter Krull spoke with Iyassu Essayas, Board Member of US SIF, and the Chief Executive Officer of Inflows—a new digital platform for financial advisors to connect and exchange ideas—at the US SIF Forum in Washington, D.C.

Episode 29

Featuring Mark Hays

In the latest episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing, host Peter Krull sat down with Mark Hays, the Director of Sustainable Investing at Glenmede, at the US SIF conference in Washington, D.C. Mark shared his career path, philosophy on sustainable finance, and outlook for the future of thematic investing.

Episode 28

Featuring Chris Castro

In the latest episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing, host Peter Krull sat down with Chris Castro , Founding Director, Executive Vice President, and Chief Sustainability Officer at Climate First Bank.

Episode 27

Featuring Maria Lettini

In the latest episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing, Pete Krull sat down with Maria Lettini , CEO of US SIF, during the Sustainable Investment Forum conference in Washington, D.C.

Episode 26

Featuring Terra McBride

In the latest episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing, host duties were reversed as Terra McBride , Chief Marketing Officer at Prime Capital Financial (PCF), the parent company of Earth Equity Advisors, interviewed Peter Krull.

Episode 25

Featuring Maggie Kulyk

In the latest episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing, host Peter Krull sat down with Maggie Kulyk. Maggie is the founder of Chicory Wealth, a firm focused on integrating money with meaning.

Episode 24

Featuring Brandon Hatton

In the latest episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing, host Peter Krull sat down with Brandon Hatton, Founder of Conscious Wealth®, at the Future Proof Citywide Conference in Miami Beach, Florida.

Episode 23

Featuring Andy Kaufman

Host Peter Krull sat down with Andy Kaufman, Chief Investment Officer at Community Capital Management (CCM), at the Future Proof Citywide Conference in Miami Beach, Florida.

Episode 22

Featuring Heather Beatty

Host Peter Krull sat down with Heather Beatty, the founder and CEO of ScopeFour Capital, a thematic investment manager that captures secular growth megatrends in the green economy.

Episode 21

Featuring Dianna Cohen

Host Peter Krull speaks with Dianna Cohen , CEO and co-founder of the Plastic Pollution Coalition, a global advocacy organization focused on combating plastic pollution.

Episode 20

Featuring Matt Patsky

Peter Krull brings us an inspiring deep-dive into the story and insights of Matt Patsky, CEO of Trillium Asset Management, recorded live at the US SIF Sustainable Investment Forum in Chicago.

Episode 19

Featuring Erin Gray

Peter Krull had the privilege of sitting down with Erin Gray , the Vice President of Business Development at Green Century Funds. Green Century, a pioneer in sustainable investing, is known in the industry for its mission-driven ownership and dedication to environmental advocacy.

Episode 18

Featuring Rachelle Carson Begley

Peter Krull recently marked the one-year anniversary of his podcast, Dollars & Change: The Experts’ Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing , with a milestone episode featuring environmental advocate and actor Rachelle Carson Begley.

Episode 17

Featuring Gabe Rissman

Peter Krull engages in a dynamic conversation with Gabe Rissman, co-founder of YourStake, a platform designed to harness the power of data to drive impactful, sustainable investing. The episode focuses on how data is shaping the future of ESG investing and the importance of transparency in aligning investment portfolios with values.

Episode 16

Featuring Dr. Melissa Booth

Host Peter Krull sits down with climate scientist Dr. Melissa Booth, who also happens to be his wife. Melissa is a professor at Warren Wilson College and the founder and director of The Science Communicator. Peter and Melissa discuss resilience in an era of unpredictable climate events.

Episode 15

Featuring Jon Hale

Host Peter Krull is joined by Jon Hale, a prominent leader in sustainable investing and the former Global Head of Sustainability Research at Morningstar. The episode delves into the evolution of the industry and highlights the critical role of shareholder advocacy.

Episode 14

Featuring Debbie Carlson

Host Peter Krull is joined by seasoned freelance reporter Debbie Carlson. Their conversation took place at the US SIF Sustainable Investment Forum in Chicago. Debbie, known for her expertise in sustainable investing, shares her journey and insights on the evolving landscape of ESG considerations in financial decision-making.

Episode 13

Featuring Kevin Baum

Host Peter Krull sits down with Kevin Baum, Chief Investment Officer at USCF Investments, to delve into the role of batteries, minerals, and sustainability in the energy transition. The conversation begins with Baum recounting his journey from Oppenheimer Funds in the early ’90s, where he helped launch one of the first commodity mutual funds, to his current role at USCF Investments.  

Episode 11 Pt. 2

Featuring Garvin F Jabusch

Host Peter Krull continues his conversation with Garvin Jabusch, the co-founder and Chief Investment Officer of Green Alpha Advisors. This episode is the second of a two-part series with Garvin and Peter. Garvin begins the second half of their conversation by defining the next economy as one that must possess certain characteristics to avoid system-level risks, often described through the lens of planetary boundaries.

Episode 11 Pt. 1

Featuring Garvin F Jabusch

Host Peter Krull sits down with Garvin Jabusch, the co-founder and Chief Investment Officer of Green Alpha Advisors, to delve into his unique background and the founding principles of the firm’s founding principles. This episode is the first of a two-part series with Garvin and Peter, broadcasting from Niwot, Colorado.

Episode 10

Featuring Kevin Baum

Host Peter Krull sits down with Kevin Baum, Chief Investment Officer at USCF Investments, to delve into the role of batteries, minerals, and sustainability in the energy transition. Broadcasting from the Future-Proof Retreat at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the conversation begins with Baum recounting his journey from Oppenheimer Funds in the early ’90s, where he helped launch one of the first commodity mutual funds, to his current role at USCF Investments.

Episode 9

Featuring Ken LaRoe

Host Peter Krull welcomes Ken LaRoe, founder, CEO, and Chairman of Climate First Bank, to discuss the evolution and impacts of green banking. Broadcasting from Earth Equity Offices in Asheville, North Carolina, the conversation begins with LaRoe tracing his unconventional path from banking to law school and ultimately back to founding a values-based institution, inspired by Yvon Chouinard’s autobiography, Let My People Go Surfing, and an awakening to sustainable practices.

Episode 8

Featuring Jenny Coombs

Host Peter Krull has the pleasure of speaking with Jenny Coombs, a pivotal figure in sustainable investing and the creator of The Chartered SRI Counselor SM). This exciting episode was recorded at the ESG for Impact! conference and not only marks the fifth anniversary of the CSRIC designation, but also explores the evolution and impact of sustainable investing education.

Episode 7

Featuring Rachel Robasciotti

In this enriching episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing, Peter Krull joins Rachel Robasciotti, the CEO and Founder of Adasina Social Capital, at the ESG for Impact conference near Boulder, Colorado. The conversation dives deep into the heart of sustainable and responsible investing, with a focus on social justice.

Episode 6

Featuring Elysabeth Alfano

In a fascinating episode of Dollars & Change: The Expert’s Guide to Sustainable & Responsible Investing, host Peter Krull is joined by Elysabeth Alfano, an expert in the arena of sustainable and responsible investing with a particular focus on the food industry. Elysabeth, who is the CEO of VegTech Invest, shares her insightful perspectives on the urgent need for a major transformation in our global food systems.

Episode 5

Featuring George Gay

Host Peter Krull explores sustainable, responsible, and impact investing (SRI) at the ESG for Impact Conference. Nestled between the scenic locales of Denver and Boulder, Colorado, Peter speaks with George R. Gay, CFP®, AIF®, CEO of First Affirmative Financial Network, who shares his profound insights and personal journey into the world of sustainable and responsible investing.

Episode 4

Featuring Jeff Gitterman

Host Peter Krull is joined by Jeff Gitterman, co-founding partner of Gitterman Wealth Management, for an engaging dialogue set against the scenic backdrop of Huntington Beach, California. Jeff, a well-recognized voice in sustainable investing, expands on the evolving landscape of investment practices, highlighting the significance of integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into financial decision-making.

Episode 3

Featuring Sam Adams

Host Peter Krull engages in a fascinating discussion with Sam Adams, the CEO, and co-founder of Vert Asset Management, a dedicated ESG fund manager that bridges the gap between financial services, capital markets, and environmental advocacy, with a mission to make sustainable investing easier for advisors. Their conversation revolves around retirement plans and sustainable investing, shedding light on Sam’s extensive experience in the investment management industry.

Episode 2

Featuring Sarah Adams

Host Peter Krull sits down with Sarah Adams, the Chief Sustainability Officer and co-founder of Vert Asset Management, a dedicated ESG fund manager that bridges the gap between financial services, capital markets, and environmental advocacy, with a mission to make sustainable investing easier for advisors. The pair conducted this interview in sunny Huntington Beach, California, at Future Proof, a wealth management festival.

Episode 1

Featuring Ed Begley Jr.

In the premier episode of Dollars & Change, Peter sits down with the legendary actor Ed Begley Jr. to discuss his lifelong commitment to environmental advocacy. Ed’s environmental journey traces back to the inaugural Earth Day in 1970. Motivated by significant environmental crises like the Santa Barbara oil spill, he felt compelled to act, igniting an enduring commitment to making a tangible difference. This dedication has led him to witness and champion the remarkable improvements in Los Angeles’s air quality over the decades.