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From films about social justice to working on #environmental issues at Greenpeace, Prajna Khanna has hands-on experience with the power of change. As Global Head of Sustainability at tech investor, Prosus Group, she talks to dss+ about how you can’t save the planet if you don’t look after its #people and why tech entrepreneurs in emerging economies deserve more focus. Read the article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/drmFfF3w #LeadersMakingADifference

The mission of CC Forum – an investment conference which is 100% dedicated to investment in sustainability – is convening the top business leaders, policy makers and public figures and defining the course of action we should collectively take to confront the existential challenges we are all facing today including climate change, fossil-fuel-based economies, overpopulation and poverty to name but a few. Therefore, in accordance with Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations, its topics centre around investing in Environment, Renewable Energies, Emerging Technologies, Healthcare, Education, Social Inclusion and Philanthropy connecting the brightest startups to the savviest of investors. #ccforum #sustainability #investinsustainability #renewableenergy #philanthropy #socialinclusion

Take a look at our 2023 impact report to see how our investments are driving change!

🙏🏿 Jeroen for the share for the eye for this great image. Plus the article and the question asked! A: there’s so many ways to coexist. That’s our main business offering actually: complete art as strategy towards sustainable coexistence of all living things on earth. Decomposed and tailored meta-philosophy for your AI and all systems. Unified materiality of enterprises within ecosystems context for winning more for total stakeholders. Check this great thinking from Leo Rayman ! 👏🏾

#EarthDay may be over, but the fight for a #sustainable future is year-round! Loved seeing everyone's creative ideas on #ReducingWaste, embracing #SustainableFashion, and making #Eco-Conscious choices at home. These everyday actions are the building blocks for a healthier planet.  Here's my take:* Think "reduce, reuse, recycle" not just a slogan, but a daily practice. Invest in reusable water bottles, shopping bags, and coffee mugs. * Embrace the sharing economy. Borrow from friends, rent instead of buying, and explore platforms like Freecycle for pre-loved items. * Support businesses committed to sustainability. Look for companies that use recycled materials, prioritize ethical manufacturing, and prioritize renewable energy. Remember, every small action counts. By making conscious choices in our daily lives, we can collectively create a significant positive impact.  What are your favorite ways to live sustainably? Share your ideas in the comments! #EarthDayEveryDay #SustainableLiving

We’re pleased to release our 2023 Annual Impact Report, detailing the progress and achievements of BlueEarth and our investments in helping to address the world’s most pressing social and environmental challenges.   In 2023, BlueEarth’s investees have supported over 46 million individuals across financial inclusion, agriculture, healthcare, and education, of which over 1 million can be attributed to the capital that BlueEarth has provided. Meanwhile, the firm’s deployment to innovative climate solutions continues to scale rapidly across all investment strategies.   We remain committed to our core goal of delivering measurable impact at scale on social and environmental issues and continue to support organizations and businesses that seek to further these causes globally.   To find out more about our work in delivering end to end impact, read our 2023 Impact Report by following this link: https://lnkd.in/dXtSQ44K   #impactinvesting #unsdgs #privatemarkets #makingaworldofdifference #totalimpact

Private capital allocation, corporate actions, and consumer behaviors historically overlooked nature’s economic importance, thereby endangering biodiversity goals. The investment gap is widening, and private finance alone will not plug it. The global community should act strategically in three areas: transition finance, governmental resolve, and partnerships. For more insights, read the latest white paper from the UBS Sustainability and Impact Institute: http://from.ubs/6040cUwQj #shareUBS #Sustainability #BloomOrBust #Biodiversity #TheInstitute

As we usher in 2024, I reflect on the past year with a sense of pride and achievement. 2023 was indeed a great year, but only for those who chose to make it so. It was a year filled with challenges and opportunities, and it was those who seized these opportunities and overcame challenges that truly made the year remarkable.Now, as we stand at the threshold of a new year, I believe it's time to expand that circle of success and positivity. 2024 holds the promise of greatness for those who are willing to strive for it. Our mission at Climate Care Innovations Inc. and the Prolific-Fund Carbon Registry has never been more relevant. We're committed to socioeconomic empowerment and engaging communities deeply to bring about the positive change that is so desperately needed across the globe.Let's make 2024 the year where we not only dream of a better future but take decisive actions towards it. Together, we can foster growth, sustainability, and resilience. It's time to do better. It's time to improve and empower. Here's to a transformative 2024! www.prolific-fund.org

Nuveen’s Private Equity Impact team’s Ted Maa and Chris Steinbaugh explore the pitfalls of linear consumption and how a circular economy can reincorporate waste into productive end uses. Read the private equity impact team’s new white paper here.