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Land-based aquaculture investments, debt-for-nature swaps and DFI-backed investments are on an upward trajectory but the scale of capital needed remains daunting.
Public market benchmarks have improved but private markets' impact benchmarks are still not up to scratch, says head of investment solutions Michael Wehrle.
Investment is flowing into projects that promise environmental and social benefits alongside financial returns, but how can managers demonstrate genuine impact?
Private debt is moving into a new era of impact lending and sustainability-linked loans.
As the gap between supply and demand for affordable housing widens, institutional investors see opportunities to invest to meet ESG goals and boost financial returns, writes Keith Button.
While scaleability remains a concern, microgrids have a significant role in bringing power to developing countries.
Infrastructure projects are key to place-based impact investing fulfilling its potential.
Limited partners expect rigour and transparency in impact, and established firms like Apollo should support recognised best practice, writes Apollo's co-head of impact.
Amid the 'levelling out' of valuations, the head of impact investing at JPMorgan Private Bank is excited about deploying capital into climate solutions, healthcare and inclusive growth.
The backlash against ESG, which is predominantly in the US, could ultimately be a 'catalyst for constructive dialogue', writes Trill Impact partner Pia Irell.