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Patagonia offers $100 incentive to boost voter turnout among environmentalists

Patagonia launched the "11.2 Million Vote Project" to combat political apathy, offering $100 in credit or a donation to environmental groups for individuals who helped three friends create a voting plan. The initiative, which partnered with the Environmental Voter Project, saw over 112,000 participants sign up within four days, indicating a strong interest in translating environmental concern into political action. This campaign highlights Patagonia's ongoing commitment to environmental advocacy and its efforts to encourage civic engagement, particularly concerning public lands. AI

RANK_REASON This is a corporate social responsibility initiative and a marketing campaign, not a core AI development or policy change.

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Patagonia offers $100 incentive to boost voter turnout among environmentalists

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Tatiana Sataua ·

    Patagonia’s CEO is worried about political apathy—so the company offered 112,000 people $100 to help 3 friends plan to vote

    The $11.2 million incentive disappeared in four days. Researchers say a friend’s nudge could help turn environmental concern into votes.