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🌟 Unlock the secrets to successful ESG reporting with our latest article: "ESG Reporting 101: Essential Tips for a Successful Implementation" Learn how to integrate sustainability into your business strategy, engage stakeholders effectively, and leverage data for transparent reporting. Whether you're a large corporation or a small startup, these tips will guide you towards sustainable success. Check it out now and take your ESG journey to the next level! 👉🏻https://lnkd.in/gx4C8_5B #intengine #theengineforgood #ESGReporting #Sustainability #BusinessStrategy

Are you ready to take your company's sustainability to the next level? Sign up for Green at Heart! We designed a very straightforward tool to help social SMEs (incl. startups) embed all aspects of sustainability into their business while prepping for incoming regulations on ESG reporting. Green at Heart is free and includes access to the ESG tool and 3 expert guidance webinars. The tool takes as little as 1.5 hours to fill in, which you can do in your own time. It gives you concrete recommendations that you can turn into an action plan to optimise your sustainability practices. The 60 companies with the best plans will receive up to EUR 8,000 to put it into action. All eligible SMEs will receive access to the tool. Signing up takes 2 min. → https://lnkd.in/dSwUJsv9 Green at Heart was co-funded by the European Union and designed by Impact Hub Vienna, Impact Hub Madrid, and Impact Hub Amsterdam, in collaboration with Amsterdam Impact, OekoBusiness Wien, and Impact Hub Network.

Sustainability and responsible business practices are more crucial than ever. 🌎 Companies utilizing open innovation show a remarkable 20% improvement in their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance metrics, driven by the adoption of innovative and responsible business practices. 🌱✨ Open innovation is not just a trend; it's a strategic approach to tackling global challenges. Through collaborative efforts, companies can develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance their ESG impact while driving growth and competitiveness. From reducing carbon footprints to improving social inclusivity and strengthening governance practices, the benefits are substantial and far-reaching. We've seen firsthand how these partnerships lead to tangible results. Corporates gain access to innovative technologies and fresh perspectives, while startups benefit from the guidance, scale, and the market reach of established companies. It's a win-win scenario that accelerates progress and drives meaningful change. Ready to learn more about the possibilities of open innovation and join us on this exciting journey? 🤝 https://lnkd.in/gHtTg7rZ #OpenInnovation #ESG #Sustainability #Startupbootcamp #Innovation #ResponsibleBusiness#SDGs #ESGgoals #innovationwillsavetheworld

Are you a startup in the green-tech ecosystem, focused on making a positive, profitable impact in the sustainability economy?🌍💪🏼 R-evolution and R-ventures are constantly on the lookout for disruptive innovations that can demonstrate a positive impact on the planet. ‘We believe that innovation, collaboration, and pioneering partnerships will open new doors to embracing a sustainable future.’ – Fredrik Andersson Guldkula Learn more >>> https://lnkd.in/gtpBTkwK 🌱 #revoplanet #GreenTech #Innovation #Sustainability #ClimateAction #Impact investing #Collaboration #Technologyinnovation**

𝐍𝐞𝐭 𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐈𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐲𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞—𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐚 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐭 𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 ‘𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐞-𝐭𝐨-𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞.’ 𝐍𝐨𝐰, 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 ‘𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭-𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞’ 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞.🌍💡 Here’s why every business—whether a startup or a multinational—needs to act NOW on Net Zero: 1. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐇𝐢𝐭 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝 ⚖️ Governments worldwide are introducing stricter carbon emission regulations. Businesses that aren’t adapting will face steep penalties, operational restrictions, and lose access to markets that demand sustainability. 2. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 🌱 Consumers no longer buy just products—they buy values. The demand for eco-conscious brands is skyrocketing, with people actively choosing sustainable products over cheaper, less responsible alternatives. 3. 𝐍𝐞𝐭 𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 💰 ESG-focused funds and investors are looking for businesses with a clear sustainability roadmap. Startups and companies that lead the Net Zero transition are already securing higher investment valuations and long-term growth opportunities. 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐭 𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨, 𝐧𝐨𝐰’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐠𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬? 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫. 💬 #NetZero #Sustainability #FutureOfBusiness #ESG #ClimateAction #CleanTech #CarbonNeutral #GreenInvesting

🌍 #Ready2Scale's next webinar is just around the corner! 🚀 Join us on August 28th at 1 PM CEST as we dive into how funders evaluate potential investments from an ESG perspective. Understanding these criteria is crucial if your startup plans to collaborate with investment funds. 🌱🤝🏛️ Led by Robert Sroka, a seasoned expert with over 15 years of experience in ESG, corporate governance, and sustainability, this session will cover: 💡Key evaluation criteria for startups 💡Emerging regulations to watch out for 💡Tools investors use to assess ESG performance Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and prepare your startup for successful collaboration with investment funds. 💻Find out more and secure your spot 👉 https://lnkd.in/eZxqMsQz Webinar is powered by: Poznan Science and Technology Park of Adam Mickiewicz University Foundation; Civitta, Tehnopol & EBAN - European Business Angel Network #ESG #StartupGrowth #InvestmentFunds #Sustainability #Webinar

Picture this: You have a groundbreaking idea, investors are interested, but there's one catch—they want to see if you’re sustainable and compliant with SFDR (Sustainable Financial Reporting Directive). ✅ Here’s the deal: SFDR: The EU’s rulebook for transparency in sustainable investments. Article 8: For products that promote environmental/social good. Article 9: For products with sustainability at their core. Why You Should Care: Investors are on the hunt for startups that aren’t just profitable but also make a real difference. Aligning with SFDR can make your startup the shining star they’re looking for. 👉 https://lnkd.in/dajyt97X Want to know how to make this happen? Stay tuned for tomorrow’s insider tips to go beyond compliance! 💡 #Sustainability #ImpactInvesting #StartupSuccess #SFDR

For scaling impact companies, understanding SFDR is as important as understanding the language of the networks you want to be in: very important. The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) is a regulatory framework established by the EU to re-establish credibility towards impact claims and sustainable finance. Due to an abundance of misleading impact claims in the past, impact investors now stand with massive evidence burdens for their promotion of sustainability. If a start-up/scale-up has verified their environmental claims (reducing ESG due diligence workloads for investors) they become more attractive: Understanding the language of SFDR is a definite advantage if you want to get funding from impact funds. Picture this: Imagine pitching in France and wishing to be part of the French business ecosystem—you will receive more attention if you know French. The same goes for SFDR and impact investors. For more info on SFDR click below

Sustainable Investing: A Growing Trend in Today's Market! As the financial landscape evolves, investors are increasingly prioritizing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria in their decision-making processes. This shift isn't just a trend; it's becoming a fundamental aspect of responsible investing. 🌍 Let's talk about why ESG Matters? 🌱 Investors are recognizing that companies committed to sustainability are often more resilient and better positioned for long-term success. With increasing consumer awareness and regulatory pressures, aligning with ESG principles is no longer optional—it's essential. Here are three ways startups can align with ESG principles to attract funding: 1. Adopt Sustainable Practices: Implement eco-friendly practices in operations, such as reducing waste, using renewable energy sources, and promoting sustainable sourcing. This not only minimizes environmental impact but also resonates with eco-conscious investors. 2. Foster a Diverse and Inclusive Culture: Emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion within your team and leadership. Investors are looking for companies that value social responsibility, as diverse teams often drive innovation and better decision-making. 3. Establish Transparent Governance: Create clear governance structures and ensure transparency in your operations. Regularly report on ESG metrics and initiatives to demonstrate accountability and build trust with potential investors. By embedding ESG principles into your startup's DNA, you can attract funding from a growing pool of socially responsible investors who are looking for sustainable, long-term growth opportunities. What steps are you taking to align with ESG criteria in your business? Let’s discuss! 💬 #SustainableInvesting #ESG #Startups #Investment #Finance #Innovation #CorporateResponsibility

Building a sustainable business model with ESG integration is not just about doing good; it’s about doing well. By prioritizing ESG factors, startups can create a positive impact on society and the environment while also enhancing their financial performance, brand reputation, and long-term resilience. Embrace ESG as a core value, integrate it into your business strategy, and watch your startup thrive in the new era of responsible business. #kenctadyouthsummit #kenctad2024 #kenctadconference