This post was originally published on the blog of our partners at the HerMeNow Accelerator on 05.06.2024.
Impact investing is reshaping the boundaries between profit and purpose by prioritizing measurable social and environmental benefits alongside financial returns. Social entrepreneurs play a crucial role in driving change by developing mission-driven, sustainable business models that address pressing global challenges. Key principles of impact investing include intentionality, measurability, and financial viability, ensuring investments generate both positive societal impact and competitive returns. Successful examples include funding renewable energy projects, supporting microfinance institutions, and investing in healthcare innovations. Despite challenges like standardizing impact measurement, the future of impact investing looks promising, with growing collaboration between businesses, governments, and non-profits to create a more just and sustainable world.
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