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Impact investing in nature restoration 🌱💰 Triodos Bank UK has announced its first private sector loan based on a biodiversity net gain (BNG) unit model. The loan will help environmental consultancy Nature Impact to purchase over 120 acres of degraded farmland in southeast England. This is the first  private commercial debt package from Triodos on a BNG project. The loan amount (£725,000) will help with the restoration and creation of wildlife habitats, including native wildflower meadows, traditional orchards, woodland, ponds, wetlands and hedgerows. As part of its biodiversity targets, Triodos has committed to making at least €500m in investments, loans and contributions to nature-based solutions by 2030. The UK bank has been advocating for the critical role of the financial system in reversing biodiversity loss. At Paragon Impact, we applaud the bank for financing nature-based solutions. We hope that this loan will grow confidence among investors in the potential of BNG projects. Such impact investments are crucial to reverse biodiversity loss and restoring nature across the globe 🌎 . . . #impactinvesting #impactmanagement #biodiversity #esg #sustainablefinance

As we step into 2025, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've had this past year. Together, we've made strides in growth and impact measurement — setting new benchmarks in sustainability and ESG reporting. To all our clients and partners, thank you to each one of you who has played a vital role in shaping Paragon Impact’s journey so far! We are truly grateful for your support and trust. The new year brings with it fresh opportunities and challenges that we are ready to conquer with our passion, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. Let us continue to walk the path of impact, delivering value to our clients, and working towards our vision of a sustainable, impactful future for this planet 🌍 Here's to a year filled with purpose, progress, and meaningful impact 🚀 Wishing you and your families a very Happy New Year! 🎊 — From Team Paragon . . . #newyear #impactmanagement #sustainability #sustainablebusiness #impactfirst #esg

Shaping the leaders of tomorrow 🌍 Our Chief Sustainability Officer Amy King was recently invited to attend the Today’s Leaders Conference at Victoria College, Jersey. Amy was invited to facilitate a table of students exploring the challenges and requirements of leadership in the modern world. In her own words: “It was a great opportunity to connect with the next generation as they prepare to take on the responsibilities and complexities of leading in today’s ever-changing landscape.” A big thank you to the organisers of Today’s Leaders Conference at Victoria College for hosting the event. Looking forward to seeing how these emerging leaders make their mark! . . . #sustainability #leadership #leaders #cso #sustainablebusiness #university

From climate finance targets of COP29 Baku to IFRS' new guide for sustainability risks and opportunities and more - our final Creating +Change edition of this year covers it all. Read the latest Creating +Change newsletter to discover the news that made headlines in November and December - in the fast-paced world of sustainable finance, ESG and impact. Share your thoughts with us in the comments. We would love to hear from you. That's a wrap for this year, see you in 2025! We wish you a joyous holiday season. . . . #sustainability #impact #climatechange #esg #reporting #finance #sustainablefinance #investing

KPMG’s new Sustainability Reporting Survey highlights that 95% of the world's top 250 companies now publish carbon targets (up 15% since 2022) The report further cites that 96% report on sustainability (unchanged). Moreover, 56% have a sustainability leader (up 11% since 2022) As global corporations face increasing regulatory pressures to report on their environment, social and governance (EsG) impacts, risks and opportunities in the coming years, organisations are set to invest more in sustainability initiatives. At Paragon Impact, we are here to help you turn sustainability into a strategic advantage. Our cloud-based impact management and SDG grading system merges all the key global standards into one — so you can report with ease and accuracy. Curious to know more about the Paragon System? Schedule a live demo (link in comments). Or reach out to our team Brett Wallington and Philip Faure for guidance. . . . #sustainability #esg #esgreporting #kpmg #impactmanagement

Earlier this month, the European Council signed off on regulation to ban products made with forced labour from being imported, exported and placed on sale within the bloc. It is called the Forced Labour Regulation – FLR for short. All stages of the upstream value chain will be considered — from extraction, harvesting to production and manufacturing. According to the International Labour Organization, over 27.6 million people worldwide are trapped in forced labour — 12% of which are children, who are frequently sexually exploited. Their work is generating some $236bn in profits each year. The Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) for forced labor is Target 8.7. It aims to: ✅ eradicate forced labor ✅ end modern slavery & human trafficking ✅ prohibit & eliminate all forms of child labor ✅ end child labor in all forms by 2025 Target 8.7 is part of SDG Goal 8, which revolves around decent work and economic growth. At Paragon Impact, we strive to fulfill the agenda of SDG 8. Our impact assessments and SDG Grading tool enable companies to identify any labour violations across their value chain and make meaningful progress towards SDG 8. Not only that, our impact analysts provide guidance to achieve outcomes of SDG 8 through creating learning and educational opportunities, cultural participation, social inclusion, employment, safety training, and management. Interested in learning more on how we can help your organisation? Book a free demo or reach out to our co-founders Brett Wallington and Philip Faure. . . . #esg #eu #regulations #sustainability #sdgs #labour #humanrights

We are proud to collaborate with True Limited to deliver an Impact Report for Ocean Culture Life - a charity based in Jersey. The aim of the report was to highlight the impact that resulted from their partnership with Mars Sustainable Solutions. The report details the combined efforts of OCL and Mars’ groundbreaking work in coral reef restoration. Furthermore, it showcases OCL’s commitment to amplifying their story and driving meaningful, sustainable change across key areas. Our team of impact analysts worked alongside the experts at True to align OCL’s work with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Together, we found they have made significant strides in: ✅ SDG 14: Life Below Water ✅ SDG 5: Gender Equality ✅ SDG 13: Climate Action ✅ SDG 4: Quality Education ✅ SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals We are grateful to the Ocean Culture Life team for their incessant support and cooperation. Special thanks to Alexandra Faure from True Limited who led the entire process from start to finish. Without her strategic guidance, it wouldn’t be possible for us to bring this report to life. The Impact Report truly captures OCL’s tireless conservation efforts and powerful storytelling to give a voice to our oceans and communities 🌍🌊 . . . . Brett Wallington Philip Faure Amy King #ImpactReport #Sustainability #Collaboration #SDGs #MarineConservation #GenderEquality #ClimateAction #PartnershipsForTheGoals #OceanCultureLife #MarsSustainableSolutions

As the world prepares for COP29 Azerbaijan in Baku this week, we are reminded of how it serves as a critical platform for advancing our progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The 17 Global goals provide a comprehensive framework for sustainable development — to tackle the most pressing issues our planet faces by 2030. But fulfilling the Agenda 2030 is no easy feat. It demands unprecedented levels of collaboration, commitment and investment from governments, private sectors and the public. COP29 presents an opportunity in this regard — to forge partnerships that drive innovation and deploy solutions at scale. By fostering dialogue and cooperation among delegates from countries, businesses, and civil society, COP29 can accelerate our collective progress towards the Global Goals. At Paragon Impact, we are committed to playing our part in this. With COP29 commencing this week, we look forward to the insightful discussions and actionable outcomes that will come out of our planet’s biggest climate conference. . . . . #COP29 #SDGs #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction #Agenda2030 #PartnershipsForTheGoals #sustainability

From attending ESG Africa Conference to new climate disclosure standards, growth of impact investing and more - our latest edition covers it all. Read the 8th edition of our Creating +Change series to find out the news that made headlines in October - in the world of ESG, impact and sustainable finance. Share your thoughts with us in the comments below. Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly roundup newsletter and share with a friend/colleague. . . . #creatingchange #impactinvesting #sustainability #esg #newsletter

A new survey by KPMG found that ESG remains high on the CEO agenda. “Execution of ESG initiatives” remains among the top 3 operational priorities for the next 3 years — alongside AI implementation and upskilling the workforce. Over 60% of US CEOs reported to expect significant returns from their ESG investments and sustainability efforts over the next 3 to 5 years. Additionally, 74% see their ESG strategy having the greatest impact on driving financial performance and 26% on talent retention. However, the survey found that while companies are mostly sticking to their climate strategies — many are not confident in their abilities to reach their climate goals. Key barriers include: 👉 supply chain complexity 👉 lack of skills & expertise to implement solutions CEOs are further facing pressure to navigate an increasingly politicised landscape around ESG issues. At Paragon Impact, we help businesses navigate this complex landscape of sustainability and ESG with an impact-first approach. Our impact management platform and advisory services enable your business to develop and execute a holistic sustainability strategy that improves financial outcomes — all while delivering tangible, measurable impact across your triple bottom line. For more information on how we can help your organisation, book a live demo on our website (link in comments) Or reach out to our co-founders Philip and Brett Wallington. . . . #esg #esgreporting #sustainability #sustainablebusiness #reporting #climate #csr