The Global Impact Investing Network

The concept of planetary boundaries offers a framework — or "an accounting system"— for the Earth’s stability as Johan Rockström, director of the PIK - Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research Institute for Climate Impact Research, explained to Amit Bouri, CEO and co-founder of the GIIN, during their recorded conversation for last week’s GIIN Impact Forum. Professor Rockström discussed how the nine planetary boundaries can help us "navigate ourselves towards a safe landing, even if we only focus on climate." Amit then spoke with Marilia Bezerra, chief programmes officer at the IKEA Foundation, about why the foundation prioritizes funding planetary boundaries research and the need to rethink our relationship to risk to nurture the future we want. 📽 Watch Professor Rockström's conversation with Amit here: https://lnkd.in/exYuMquw

With the impact investing market now valued at $1.571 trillion USD, the sector continues to grow despite shifting market conditions — proving that investing for social and environmental impact is a powerful force in global finance. Check out recent converge on the GIIN’s Sizing the Impact Investing Market 2024 report: 🔍 Pioneers Post – Highlights how the global impact investing market has hit an all-time high of $1.571 trillion USD. https://lnkd.in/gCAMCHxU 💡 Barron's – Examines how impact investing is moving from the margins to the mainstream. https://lnkd.in/gXfJUR59 🌐 Impact-Investor.com – Analyzes key findings from the report, showcasing where investors are making the greatest impact. https://lnkd.in/g7q3S3wy 📊 Environmental Finance – Focuses on how sustainable investments are thriving despite market uncertainties. https://lnkd.in/gD-ik4fT 📈 Het Financieele Dagblad – Discusses market growth in the face of rising anti-ESG sentiment. https://lnkd.in/g7rd99cS 🧩 NordSIP – Discusses how investors are aligning portfolios to tackle the world’s biggest challenges. https://lnkd.in/dxHrJRXF 🌍 New Private Markets – Highlights market growth but notes that less than a quarter of assets reach emerging markets. https://lnkd.in/gMGzgXh5 Download the full report to explore the numbers and trends driving this $1.571 trillion USD market: https://lnkd.in/e22YGQME

That’s a wrap on the #GIINForum2024! Across two days of insightful discussions, one message stood out: long-term impact and financial performance go hand-in-hand. From aligning investments with the needs of both people and the planet to centering the voices of underrepresented communities, the forum emphasized the urgency and opportunity in scaling solutions for climate action, energy access and inclusive growth that showcased collaborative efforts can create sustainable growth and lasting change: 🌳 On nature and business: “Far more often than we thought…it’s turning out that the investment decisions that make sense for nature are also the investments that make sense for business decisions.” – Lauren Ferstandig, Managing Director, NatureVest, The Nature Conservancy 🌱 On Indigenous-led investing: “We’ve had enough of people doing things for us.” – Jocelyn King, Founder and Chairperson, First Australians Capital ⚡ On energy access in emerging markets: “It’s not a will it or won’t it, it has to.” – Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO and Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) 🤝 On building an inclusive economy: “There are billions and billions of people being left behind. And what is impact investing? Not leaving those people behind.” – Ken Shibusawa, CEO, Shibusawa and Company, Inc.   🌊 On the intersection of climate solutions investing and institutional asset owners: “Mitigating climate risk is inherent to what insurance companies do.” – Danielle Brassel, Head of Responsible Investment, Zurich Insurance A big thank you to everyone who joined the conversation and contributed their insights. The connections and ideas shared over the past two days will continue to shape the path forward for the impact investing movement. Looking forward to Berlin in 2025, and stay tuned for more information on the GIIN’s upcoming regional events in Singapore and the U.S. #GIINForum2024 #ImpactInvesting #ClimateAction #SDGs

$1.571 trillion USD is the latest estimated size of the impact investing market, according to research published today by the GIIN. Read the full report with additional insights on the drivers of this growth here: https://lnkd.in/e22YGQME This estimate represents 21% compound annual growth (CAGR) of the total impact investing market since 2019, signaling growing mainstream acceptance of impact investing, alongside a big uptick in capital dedicated to impact. The fact that this growth has occurred despite – or perhaps as a result of – international unrest and uncertainty, indicates that investors see impact investing as a way to solve the world’s problems while also resulting in financial returns. Read the report for the latest findings on what the GIIN estimates to be over 3,907 organizations investing for impact. Here are a few of the key insights from the research: 📈 Across a subset of 1,593 organizations, excluding outliers, the average investment portfolio holds $986 million USD in impact AUM, while the median investment portfolio holds $42 million USD. 🌍 This year, over half (59%) of organizations whose impact data is measured were repeats from the GIIN’s 2022 market sizing exercise. The mix of new and repeat organizations in 2024 indicates the entry of new players in the impact investing field, alongside steady growth in the impact assets of existing funds. 💼 An analysis of market size data shows that larger investors are fueling the growth in the supply of impact capital. Let us know in the comments what stood out to you as you explore our research at https://lnkd.in/e22YGQME #ImpactInvesting #GIINresearch2024 #SDGs #SocialImpact #GIINForum2024

❗It's not too late to register for the impact investing conference of the year❗ In just 2 days, experts and leaders from around the globe will come together in Amsterdam on October 23-24 to engage in important discussions on how we can harness capital to have a positive impact on the world. Register for the forum today and take part in this crucial conversations: https://lnkd.in/gmixJTZY Elevate your impact investing journey through our interactive sessions, inspiring keynotes and deep networking opportunities, and discover unparalleled opportunities to connect with leading investors and innovators driving impact forward. For those interested in learning more on how to effectively adopt and pursue an impact investing portfolio, we will be hosting our Transforming Your Portfolio training on October 22 ahead of the forum. Register for the GIIN Impact Forum and training to be part of the global movement shaping the future of finance: https://lnkd.in/gmixJTZY #GIINForum2024 #ImpactInvesting #SocialImpact #SDGs

The GIIN sees a growing number of institutional asset owners (IAOs) striving to generate positive real-world outcomes that serve their beneficiaries while also meeting financial obligations, with 91% of surveyed IAOs leveraging private equity to align business practices with impact priorities through active ownership and long-term value creation. Read the GIIN’s latest report, Pursuing Impact Within a Portfolio: Insights From Institutional Asset Owners, to explore how institutional asset owners are adopting a theory of change to define priorities, identify opportunities across portfolios and align investments to achieve both financial and impact goals at https://lnkd.in/epx9Pzh9 Based on interviews with actual institutional asset owners, this report has actionable insights to help other institutional investors visualize a path to integrate impact thinking into the management of their portfolios: 🔍 Applying an impact lens: Implementing a theory of change ensures that institutional asset owners systematically consider how investments can align with impact priorities across asset classes, providing thoughtful integration into portfolio strategies. Impact investments can align fully with institutional risk-return profiles, demonstrating that no trade-offs are needed to achieve financial goals. 💼 Broader beneficiary needs: An impact lens identifies investments that not only meet financial obligations but also address the world that beneficiaries live in — ensuring long-term value beyond financial returns. 📊 Case studies: The report highlights four institutional asset owners from the U.K., Europe and the U.S. — South Yorkshire Pensions Authority, PGGM, Zurich Insurance Group and MassMutual — each of which has a distinct approach to impact investing. These real-world examples show how defining impact priorities and systematically identifying investment opportunities across asset classes deliver both financial and social outcomes. 💡 Integrated strategies: While creating a dedicated impact portfolio offers a convenient starting point for some investors, a more holistic impact lens unlocks greater capital allocation across asset classes. This diversification not only enhances financial performance but also maximizes impact, ensuring investments support both long-term financial resilience and meaningful outcomes for beneficiaries. Let us know in the comments what stood out to you as you explore our research, and stay tuned for more market analytics from the GIIN, including the Size of the Market 2024, which will launch later in October. https://lnkd.in/epx9Pzh9 #ImpactInvesting #InstitutionalAssetOwners #SocialImpact #SDGs

We're in the final days leading up to the #GIINForum2024 in Amsterdam on October 23-24. Have you gotten your ticket yet? In one week experts across the impact investing ecosystem will explore practical solutions for the world’s most pressing challenges. With sessions on sustainable finance, inclusive growth and new investment strategies, the forum provides the tools and connections needed to shape the future of global capital markets. Looking to add a holistic approach to the construction of your portfolio? It’s not too late to add the Transforming Your Portfolios training to your forum schedule. Designed for investors at all levels, this training led by Chief Research Officer Dean Hand serves as a stepping stone toward the CFA UK’s Certification in Impact Investing. The session offers hands-on insights into building or expanding impact practices. Take part in this vital conversation and register for the forum and training today: https://lnkd.in/gmixJTZY #ImpactInvesting #Sustainability #SocialImpact #ClimateAction

ICYMI have a look at the recent converge on our research from the State of the Market 2024: Trends, Performance, and Allocations report: 🔧 ImpactAlpha discussed how catalytic investors are leveraging equity-like debt to de-risk high-impact investments. The article highlights the role of innovative financing tools in driving impactful initiatives: https://lnkd.in/eXqeHvZv 📈 Impact-Investor.com examined the report’s findings on the increasing capital flows toward projects that generate both financial returns and measurable social and environmental outcomes: https://lnkd.in/ewnX3ywQ 📊 New Private Markets provided an in-depth look at impact allocations, presenting key data points that illustrate how investors are integrating impact considerations into their investment strategies: https://lnkd.in/eXSXnqzE 💡 ESG Investor explored the growing complexities and opportunities in the impact investing market as outlined in the report. The article focuses on how investors are adapting strategies to ensure long-term positive outcomes: https://lnkd.in/ewcZut-d If you haven’t already, download the full report for more insights: https://lnkd.in/gs3tVjmJ #ImpactInvesting #SocialImpact #Sustainability

We are less than two weeks away from the GIIN Impact Forum 2024 in Amsterdam on October 23-24, where attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from impact practitioners on effective approaches to solving global challenges in our featured solution sessions. These sponsor-led talks offer unparalleled insights into critical issues like democratic backsliding, strengthening indigenous communities, oceanic clean-up and more. Register for the forum today and take part in these important conversations: https://lnkd.in/gmixJTZY Catalyzing Social Change in Latin American Agribusiness Through Shared Value Investing Hosted by Jorge Quintanilla Nielsen, Chairman & CEO, CAPITAL + SAFI S.A. Unlocking “Just Transitions” for Nature and People through private investment Hosted by Anne-Laurence Roucher, Head of Impact Private Equity & Natural Capital, Mirova With Gautier Quéru, Managing Director Natural Capital, Mirova Empowering Prosperity: Investing in Indigenous Communities for Sustainable Growth Hosted by Jeffrey Cyr, Managing Partner & Founder, Raven Indigenous Capital Partners With Jocelyn King, Chairperson, First Australians Capital FINDING HOME: Stories of Displacement and Resilience through Animation Hosted by Manon Messiant, Film Producer, Iliade et Films With Maria Stanisheva, Director/Producer, ANIMADOCS Investing in Democracy Hosted by Georgia Levenson Keohane, CEO, Soros Economic Development Fund Investing in Rural Resilience: Learnings from 25 Years of Impact Hosted by Willy Foote, Founder & CEO, Root Capital With Rose Ochieng, Head of Advisory, Africa, Root Capital The Ocean Dividend: Securing Societal Benefits from Ocean Investment Hosted by Gracie White, Director – Global Ocean Investments, Conservation International Ventures LLC With David Ogiga, Director & Co-Founder, Sote Hub Alpha in Impact Investing: Performance Insights & Highest Conviction Opportunities Hosted by John Goldstein, Head of Sustainability, Goldman Sachs Asset Management With Danielle Walsh (Howard), Co-Head XIG Imprint, Goldman Sachs Asset Management #impactinvesting #sustainability #socialimpact #climateaction

The GIIN training team recently held an Introduction to Impact Investing seminar in Tokyo, bringing together a diverse group of professionals including: senior fund managers, CEOs, consultants, impact officers and professors for a deep dive into the global impact investing landscape and the rapidly expanding Japanese market. 🌱 We extended a heartfelt thank you to the Deloitte Tohmatsu Group for hosting us at their facility. Participants reflected on the most impactful parts of the seminar: 📈 “These conversations provided practical insights and diverse perspectives, enriching my understanding of how impact investing works in different markets. Additionally, the course did an excellent job clarifying global standards, which was crucial for aligning our investment practices with international benchmarks.” 👥 “The most useful part of the training was the group work, which helped us to implement theory into practice.” 🤝 “Great opportunity to go over the basics of impact investments and connect with important stakeholders in the Japanese impact investment field.” One of the seminar’s highlights was the fireside chat, featuring contributors Takeshi Igarashi from KIBOW foundation and Masahiro Hata from GLIN Capital, where local experts shared insights into their impact investing practices within the Japanese market. If you are a financial professional looking to leverage your investments for positive social and environmental impact, we encourage you to register for our flagship training initiative, Transforming Your Portfolio on October 22 in Amsterdam just ahead of the #GIINImpactForum2024: https://lnkd.in/gmixJTZY