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🌍 The Power of Giving Back 🌍 In today's business landscape, it's more important than ever for companies to actively and meaningfully give back to the wider community - and I don't mean by sponsoring the local junior footy side (but that's a good start!). Beyond just being the right thing to do, it's becoming a crucial factor in securing government contracts and partnerships. Governments are increasingly prioritizing suppliers who have robust Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks in place. They are often looking for businesses that can not only fulfil lucrative Government contracts, but also contribute positively to society and the environment. Why This Matters: 1. Community Impact: Businesses have the power to create significant positive change in their communities. 2. Sustainable Growth: Companies with strong ESG practices are better positioned for long-term success. 3. Government Support: Governments want to partner with businesses that are doing good things and making a difference. Smaller businesses must consider embracing this shift and striving to be businesses that not only succeed but also uplift those around us. BusinessForGood #ESG #CommunityImpact #SustainableGrowth #CorporateResponsibility

When we think about Sustainable Development Goals, we should also ask ourselves how we are contributing towards their attainment. Being actively involved in development finance for small businesses support, I challenge myself to think about how the businesses we support are socially and environmentaly sustainable. That's how we can achieve our institutional sustainability. #SDGs #Impact_Investing #Sustainable_Finance #Sustainable_livelihoods

1. Access to specialized financing options 🌱 2. Network with like-minded professionals 🤝 3. Support projects that create lasting societal and environmental change 🌍 Let's make a difference together! Share this post if you believe in creating impactful change or comment on the kind of projects you think need funding! 💡✨ #EmpowerChange #SustainableFinance #BusinessForGood

🌿 Looking for an explainer on #NatureBasedSolutions and how they're financed? We're delighted to have recently contributed to Pioneers Post’s Impact 101 series, sharing our insights on financing nature-based solutions, plus current challenges and opportunities in the nature finance field. 📖 Read our guest article 'What are nature-based solutions?' here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eiUfXKzi It's a privilege to feature in a publication that champions innovation and impact for mission-driven social enterprises. If you're interested in learning more about nature-based solutions finance, feel free to reach out to us at hello@finance.earth. #NatureBasedSolutions #ImpactInvestment #NatureFinance #NbS

The Sustainable Finance Coalition's current incubator is developing the Building Blocks and implementation pathway to an outcomes fund focused on the marine sector. Whilst there is no standard definition of an 'outcomes fund', in broad terms, it is a commitment to pay for social or environmental outcomes, rather than inputs or activities. The niche group of experts in our incubator are actively working through existing frameworks, evidence and ecosystem challenges to enable an increased flow of funding to ocean-linked organisations to facilitate scaled impact in the marine sector. Candice M.D. Stevens Ellane Van Wyk Lisa Freercks Kyra Lunderstedt Christine Roets Chevonne Lee Rowan Le Roux Mariam Umarji Jason Van Staden Dalit Anstey Gail Hurley Nicole Martens Johan Malan Daniel Jooste Robin Bolton Chad Capon #marineeconomy, #blueeconomy, #outcomesfunding, #blueinvestments

🌍 Unlocking Sustainability and Profitability with Smallholder Data Services In today's world, where sustainability is not just a choice but a necessity, every organization faces the dual challenge of enhancing their environmental impact while ensuring financial viability. At Smallholder Data Services, we specialize in turning these challenges into opportunities. Our approach combines field experience, academic research, and practical business application to deliver resilient supply chains that maximize both climate impact and profitability. 🚀 Addressing Your Core Challenges We understand that uncertainty and complexity can often overshadow the path to sustainability. Whether you're grappling with: - ROI uncertainties - Compliance and reporting requirements - Achieving multidisciplinary alignment - Enhancing brand development and consumer perception - Adapting existing infrastructure and practices - Navigating solutions amidst complex global supply chains - Balancing short-term profitability with long-term sustainability initiatives We are here to assure you: We haven't met a challenge that didn't have a solution. 💡 Tailored, Impactful Solutions Our expertise is as diverse as it is deep, thanks to our collaborations with corporations, governments, international institutions, and nonprofits across the globe. This breadth of experience enables us to understand that while many organizations face similar challenges, the nuances of each require bespoke solutions. ✅ Why Partner with Us? - Expertise Across Sectors: Our multifaceted team brings insights from the field, academia, and business to address your specific needs. - Customized Strategies: We tailor our solutions to align with your organization's unique challenges and goals. - Proven Impact: Our track record speaks volumes. From enhancing supply chain resilience to implementing sustainable practices that drive profitability, we've done it all. - Global Network: Our extensive network across sectors and geographies ensures that you have the support to make your sustainability goals a reality, regardless of where you operate. 🌿 Join Us on the Journey to Sustainability At Smallholder Data Services, we believe in creating solutions that not only address today's challenges but also pave the way for a more sustainable and profitable tomorrow. If your organization is ready to transform sustainability challenges into strategic opportunities, we're ready to lead the way. Let's create a future where your operations thrive ecologically, socially, and financially. https://lnkd.in/d3bKSwV5 #Sustainability #Profitability #ClimateImpact

To development decision makers out there who want their organisations to be more financially stable and viable (and for grantmakers who want to foster that sustainability as well): Fathom Performance IS HOSTING A FREE WEBINAR! As a part of Global Evaluation Initiative's gLocal event in June, I will be running a workshop on financial viability and sustainability in the development sector. This webinar is for any decision maker who would like to lessen their organisation's dependency on (often volatile) grant funding cycles to keep their doors open. How can stronger evaluation practice and other strategies untether your organisation from the tenuous grant-funding cycle that demands huge administrative cost and mission-obscuring adherence to current funding priorities? And grantmakers, what options do you have for lessening dependency and strengthening the sector to be less reliant and better equipped to create sustainable change? Join this action-based, put-into-practice practical workshop to find out! Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gTRx6-Tt Can't wait to see you there! #developmentsector #valueofphilanthropy #moneywoes #GLOCAL2024

“Swedfund focuses on making sustainable investments in developing countries. We always try to have a positive impact on society, to have environmental and social sustainability, and also to achieve financial development and growth, including on a local level.”    🎬 In this employee portrait video, Gunilla Nilsson, Investment Director of Swedfund's #Energy & #Climate team, tells us about how Swedfund International invests to advance the green transition in developing countries.   📣 Have you missed Swedfund's annual Integrated Report for 2023? ➡ https://ir.swedfund.se #Swedfund #Climatemitigation #Climateadaptation #AnnualReport #2023

All productive communication starts with common ground - even when you really, really disagree. After recently giving a storytelling workshop in a corporate environment, it warmed my heart to see this Venn diagram, nearly identical to the one I just used in the workshop. To achieve sustainability goals, we must focus on, and use language representing, our shared common ground.

The Just Transition Platform Conference is kicking off in Brussels to discuss the impact of the Just Transition Fund in EU regions! 🌍💼 Learn how users in transitioning regions will benefit from this initiative #JustTransition #Sustainability