PARHAM: Divesting from fossil fuels is misguided — here is why
DivestUVA is a student-led group urging the University endowment to divest from investing in fossil fuel companies. The group should be applauded for being proactive and taking action to address the real and urgent threat posed by the climate crisis. Student activism is not only beneficial in reforming University practices, but also engenders greater civic engagement in society. Nevertheless, this is a misguided effort which not only does not help the cause, but actively causes damage. Here is why.