What are benefit corporations, the companies doing good for society
All companies aim to profit, but some of them are doing something for the society. They’re called benefit corporations.
Investing for Global Impact, how finance can help change the world
More and more wealthy families care about our Planet. Data emerged from the Investing for Global Impact prove this.
Philanthropy and impact investing, for a more just and sustainable future
Philanthropy and impact investing are two instruments to change the world, for the better. Here’s why we’ll be talking about this approach over the next few months.
AXA Investment Managers divests 165 million euros from coal
As a result of its new coal policy, AXA Investment Managers will divest 165 million euros from companies that derive 50 per cent or more of revenue from fossil fuels.
Defund DAPL, why investors are pulling millions out of the Dakota Access Pipeline
Many investors have urged banks financing the Dakota Access Pipeline to either support rerouting the pipeline or divesting from it. Now the hot potato is in their hands.
Plant based alternatives attract investment from meat producers
Tyson Foods, the United States’ largest meat processor, is investing millions in plant based alternatives. Are these vegan products set to become mainstream?
8 people are as rich as half of humanity, Oxfam says
We live in an unfair world, where eight men own as much wealth as the poorest half of the world’s population. Everything you need to know about Oxfam’s latest report.
How sustainable stock exchanges in the Global South are reshaping business
Sustainable stock exchanges in emerging economies are encouraging consideration of environmental, social and governance factors. And they’re addressing the SDGs, the UN’s goals for 2030.
Bill Gates and other billionaires invest 1 billion dollars in clean energy
The American billionaire and his co-founders of the Breakthrough Energy Coalition launched a new investment fund for developing clean energy technologies and tackling climate change.
Sharia investment, the positive social impact of Islamic finance
Due to its ethical basis, Islamic finance is attractive for those seeking fair financial products: Sharia investment is thus an important tool to fund positive social impact.