by Ananya Mallick | Asia, Impact Economy, Regions, SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production, SDG 13 - Climate Action, SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth, Systems Change
Chocolate holds a special place in our hearts and often dominates our grocery lists, standing out as one of the most beloved confectionaries worldwide. Yet, while discussions about sustainability progress in various industries, the cocoa sector frequently finds itself...
by Katy Munden Hays | Asia, Financial Inclusion, Gender Lens, Impact Economy, Regions, SDG 2 – Zero Hunger, SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-Being, SDG 5 - Gender Equality, SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDGs, Systems Change
In the remote landscapes of rural Nepal, a group of women farmers is pioneering a transformation. They are creating a localized food system that connects consumers and producers directly, utilizing a Participatory Guarantee System (PGS). This initiative is not just...
by Mary Ho | Global, Impact Economy, Impact Measurement & Management, Regions, Scaling Solutions, SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals, SDGs, Systems Change
Sustainable practices are now a baseline expectation for businesses. Beyond creating “positive” social, economic, environmental, cultural, and other impact, these practices create value by generating new revenue streams, improving recruitment and retention, increasing...
by Luni Libes | Africa, Impact Economy, Impact Investing, Regions, SDG 1 - No Poverty, SDG 2 – Zero Hunger, SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
One hundred fifty years ago, most Americans were subsistence farmers, growing the food their families ate, selling any surplus to their local markets. It was a hard, relatively short life for those masses, with a relatively tiny minority of middle class and upper...
by Ali Robinson | Blended Finance & Philanthropy, Editor's Picks, Global, Impact Economy, Impact Investing, Impact Measurement & Management, North America, Place-based Investing, Regions, SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
What kind of capital does my business need to grow right now? How will this change over time? What terms can I negotiate to protect my values? These critical financial planning questions — among others — are top of mind for many founders. But those running...