UNDP
Research report from UNDP
Welcome to our comprehensive report on the burgeoning field of impact investment, which explores the significant role these investments play in generating positive, measurable social and environmental impacts alongside robust financial returns. In recent years, impact investment has grown exponentially, managing an impressive $23 trillion globally under strict environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. This report, prepared by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), provides an in-depth analysis of this dynamic sector.
Key Topics Explored in the Report
Impact Investment Growth: Explore the evolution of impact investments and their pivotal role in addressing sustainable global development challenges.
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: Understand the ambitious Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set in 2015, which call for global collaboration to ensure economic growth that is both socially and environmentally sustainable.
Role of the Business Community: Delve into the critical contributions of the business sector and private capital, which collectively manage over $256 trillion, in striving towards the SDGs.
Investment Opportunities: Discover how strategic investments in the SDGs could unlock $12 trillion in business value and create employment for 380 million people by 2030.
Navigating This Report
Starting Point:Â Begin with the section on the growth of impact investment to grasp its development and increasing significance.
Deep Dive into SDGs: Focus intently on the discussions around the SDGs. Reflect on how these goals might align with potential investments and strategic initiatives within your own or your organization’s context.
Identifying Opportunities:Â Evaluate the economic potentials highlighted in the report to identify new business opportunities and areas for strategic investments.
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