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Johannes Weber, Ananda Impact Ventures
In an investment space that is still young, Ananda Impact Ventures can boast a rare feat: the full realisation of an impact venture capital fund. 'Look, cash over cash, this has worked,' says founder Johannes Weber.
IRIS+ is now a part of the private markets data product, making it easier for users to generate standardised impact data.
The firm has deployed almost 60% of its debut climate fund, which closed on $7.2bn earlier this year.
The strategy, set up in conjunction with the New Zealand government, is seeking to help the country reach 100% renewable power by 2030.
KKR has achieved a 6x average return across three companies where it has implemented employee ownership schemes.
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Through its VC arm ClearImpact Ventures, the investment manager and OCIO will back companies from LG's existing venture portfolio.
Most impact investors are choosing acquirers that pledge to maintain an asset's positive impact, according to a GIIN report.
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Investors in the first close for Yosemite's debut fund include Emerson Collective, The Rockefeller University, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and venture capitalist John Doerr.
The impact-focused venture capital firm is seeking to launch a new national university fund alongside the investment arm of Timpson Group.
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Ocean 14 Capital has received a €20m commitment from Convex for its debut fund.
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