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With #COP29 drawing close, the urgency to close the climate financing gap has risen on the global agenda. Blended finance holds promise in moving the needle by mitigating risk and accelerating sustainable growth. Although its complex nature presents challenges, innovative blended finance models are emerging to catalyse broader participation. Aligning the interests of public, private and philanthropic sectors is imperative to the success of blended finance models. It will take strong partnerships and innovative solutions to crowd in capital at scale and at speed to advance a sustainable future. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e5_afRZN

At Seneca Impact Advisors, we're passionate about harnessing the power of finance to create real, lasting change. Our mission is to connect capital with conservation, fostering a future where economic growth and environmental care go hand in hand. In today's world, the environmental challenges we face are immense. But with these challenges come incredible opportunities. By channeling private capital into nature-positive projects, we're not just protecting and restoring our planet—we're also generating sustainable returns. Our innovative financial solutions are designed to amplify impactful initiatives, ensuring that every project we support contributes to a healthier, more resilient world. We're proud to collaborate with visionary partners who share our dedication to sustainability. Together, we're redefining the role of finance in preserving the natural world. At Seneca Impact Advisors, we're not just supporting projects; we're nurturing the future of our planet. Join us on this journey towards a sustainable future. Let's create lasting impact, one step at a time. Learn more – Innovative financial solutions for nature https://lnkd.in/gmZqmzz3

Why Is My Job Relevant in Today’s World? Lately, I’ve been reflecting on why the work I do matters, especially in today’s world. We’re living in a time where businesses and organizations are being asked to step up—not just to make a profit, but to contribute to solving global challenges like climate change and social inequality. But why does this matter now more than ever? 🌱 Sustainability is no longer optional. With climate risks and new regulations shaping the future, businesses and Nature. 💸 Impact investment is on the rise. More and more investors want to know that their money is making a difference. It’s exciting to be part of a movement that helps channel funds into projects that have real social and environmental benefits. In a world facing complex challenges, this work feels more relevant—and more necessary—than ever. I’m always energized by the conversations and partnerships that emerge from this shared purpose. If this resonates with you, let’s connect and explore how we can make an impact together. #Sustainability #ImpactInvestment #NGOAdvisory #GrantWriting #SocialImpact #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction #ESG #GlobalCollaboration #PurposeDriven #SustainabilityConsulting #NonProfitLeadership #PartnershipsForChange

MONEY. MOVES. THINGS. And finance accelerates our progress to; A) Net Zero B) 2030 C) 1.5° But sustainability isn’t philanthropic. It’s a goal. That’s why money is a key enabler to meeting them. In fact ✨money✨ is the unlock. If companies: Focus on profits → invest into ESG → rewarded → profit → invest into sustainability → repeat. We’d see a much larger progress towards our goals. But to do this they require financial incentives. And for that, we need sustainable financing products and lower (ESG) interest rates to tackle climate change. 💰💰💰

This is Part 2 of our latest blog around fostering climate resilience. We look at how UK Leaders in impact and social investment have a unique opportunity to facilitate change by spearheading green initiatives within their community business, social enterprise or SME, driving meaningful change that benefits both the planet and their business's long-term success. https://lnkd.in/eB5aw5FA #ClimateAction #impinv #socialinvestment

Yesterday, Georgia Social Impact Collaborative hosted a webinar outlining the basics of #impactinvesting. "Unlike traditional grantmaking, impact investments have the potential to be recycled back into the community, creating sustainable cycles of growth and opportunity." Strategies like ESG-focused funds or pumping capital into mission-driven businesses generate both financial returns and community impact. It’s no wonder community foundations and donor-advised funds are embracing this approach to multiply the impact of their dollars. Great overview that highlighted the mutual benefits of socially conscious finance, especially at the local level. #impact #communityimpact

🚀 Exciting Event Tomorrow: Place-Based Transition Funds Roundtable! 🚀 Thanks to Impact Europe, I am thrilled to facilitate a roundtable discussion on Place-Based Transition Funds tomorrow together with two esteemed experts: 🔹 Matthew Moroney, Co-Founder at Metabolic 🔹 Bart Meijs, Managing Director at SIFR What will we discuss? 👉 Aligning Investor and Community Needs: How can we ensure that local projects meet financial returns while achieving climate goals? 👉Overcoming Financing Challenges: What strategies can address the unique challenges faced by small communities and island states in low-carbon infrastructure funding? 👉Measuring Impact: What metrics should we use to measure the success and impact of place-based investments? 👉Replicating initiatives: How can successful place-based investment models be scaled and replicated in other regions or communities? If you are attending #ImpactTransformers tomorrow in The Hague, this is a unique opportunity to share your experiences and learn how place-based investing can drive systemic change. Don't miss out on this transformative discussion! Looking forward to seeing you there! #Sustainability #ClimateAction #PlaceBasedInvesting #SustainableDevelopment #FinanceForGood #GreenEconomy Ines Mertens de Wilmars Sophie Faujour Marion Schuppe Alizée Lozac'hmeur Coralie Gaudoux Paloma Baumgartner

At Wesleyan, we’re not just interested in how and where we invest your money, but in the way we serve our communities and our impact on the wider world too. Our sustainable investing approach aims to ensure that the way we invest delivers better outcomes for you, along with the environment, climate and communities we all live in. We actively engage with companies to improve sustainability and screen investments against environmental and social factors. We also ensure at least 10% of our funds contribute positively to tackling climate change, improving wellbeing, and promoting sustainable communities. Capital is at risk and the value of your investment can go down as well as up, and you may get back less than you invest.

True to our revamped mission- accelerate positive change at scale!- Impact Europe has taken on a mammoth challenge: mobilize more mainstream capital for impact! And what better media channel than the Financial Times to talk to mainstream asset owners and asset managers and showcase what impact investing is, the outcomes that delivers, the challenges in a still ‘immature and fragmented’ market! The independent report zooms into the hot topics and dilemma that impact investors face today 👉 a general public that still confuses ESG and sustainability with positive contribution (impact) 👉 a market that benchmarks impact funds only comparing short term financial returns, disregarding the nuances of impact outcomes 👉 the challenges of managing impact in listed assets portfolios At the same time the report provides a good overview of how different asset classes integrate impact intentionality, confirming what impact investing practitioners have been pointing to for a while: impact as an horizontal rather than a vertical among asset classes. Via an oped authored by our friend Kieron Boyle , the report also emphasizes the need for more catalytic capital and blended vehicles for impact, more patient and risk tolerant capital that is vital to build and test innovative solutions so badly needed if we want to deliver on the SDGs and continue living on a green and healthy planet! A big shoutout to all the members of #impacteurope, pioneers and practitioners that have been challenging the status quo and building the sector with unwavering commitment and resilience. In a year when fundraising for impact is proving more challenging than ever, we hope a report like this brings more investors to the arena of impact. Even a small step is a huge step in the right direction! Onwards and upwards! Ines Mertens de Wilmars Sophie Faujour Peter Cafferkey Leslie Johnston, M.Sc. Alessia Gianoncelli Jana Bour Chris West Saskia Bruysten Antonio Miguel Silke Horakova Dr. Markus Freiburg Marco Gerevini Maha Keramane María Ángeles León López Steven Serneels #investingforimpact

Spotlight on an Equitable Innovator: Meet Jacquelyn Omosunbo Omotalade - Equitable Climate Finance Leader This week, Jacquelyn dropped a truth bomb on LinkedIn (check out her post here: https://lnkd.in/g7cSPte) TLDR? Here's what had us slow-clapping: "... diverse perspectives push us to rethink the status quo, challenge assumptions, and develop more equitable, scalable solutions. Innovation in climate finance requires tapping into a wide range of experiences to craft investment strategies that address both environmental goals and social equity. Only then can we create climate investments that truly benefit all communities, not just a select few. True progress happens when we embrace the power of diverse voices—it's the only way to drive sustainable, inclusive change in the transition to a green economy." We agree wholeheartedly with Jacquelyn. BUT the problem we see is that many have the intention of having great impact, but don't have a reliable method for helping them spot unintended barriers, missed voices, assumptions, and unmet needs... but it doesn't have to be that way. Equity Sequence® is a proven method to help Equitable Innovators achieve your greatest impact. Learn more about Equity Sequence® here: https://lnkd.in/g7cSPte Follow Jacquelyn on LinkedIn (https://lnkd.in/e2Nr3k-F), or check out her fantastic blog (https://lnkd.in/evk74ccw).