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♻️ INVEST IN YOUR BUSINESS' FUTURE ♻️ Transform the sustainability of your business with grants of up to 50% of eligible costs worth up to £25,000. Learn more about the Green Renewable Fund and start your application today. 🔗https://lnkd.in/eXx6AsNm #UKSPF #SharedProsperityFund #Neath #PortTalbot #NeathPortTalbot #Business #WelshBusiness #BusinessGrowth #BusinessInnovation #Green #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #FoundationalEconomy #EngineeringBusiness #Retail #Hospitality #Tourism #LocalBusiness #InwardInvestment #BusinessAdvice #BigBusiness #Investment #LocalEconomy

Recent findings from a survey among financial professionals focused on nature-positive finance offer valuable insights into the motivations, themes, trends, and challenges shaping nature markets. The survey, titled 'Trends in Nature Positive Investments,' conducted by Nature4Climate (N4C), received responses from over 120 individuals representing financial organizations, corporations, and enabling companies. It explored various aspects, including reasons for considering Nature-based Solutions (NbS), prominent investment themes like reforestation and mangrove restoration, the growing interest in 'nature tech,' and the necessary developments to scale investments and financing for NbS. Check out the main results here: https://lnkd.in/e-daixe2 #naturefinance #naturepositive #naturebasedsolutions #carbonmarkets #mangroves #restoration #naturetech #natureconservation #climatechangesolutions

Montea's commitment to Green Finance In our recent Green Finance Allocation and Impact Report, we showcased the strides made through our €615 million investments in Green Bonds and unsecured notes raised between 2021 and 2022. These funds were channeled exclusively into refinancing sustainable ventures, including eco-friendly buildings and renewable energy projects. The results speak volumes. By allocating these resources with purpose, we achieved an annual reduction of 28,112 tCO2e—equivalent to the CO2 absorption of 1,802 hectares of trees annually. At Montea, our Sustainable Executive Committee evaluates projects against stringent criteria, ensuring that each investment aligns with our ethos of responsible growth. #Montea #GreenFinance #Sustainability #ESG Els Vervaecke, Dirk Van Buggenhout

AREF (The Association of Real Estate Funds) has shared today its "Investing in Sustainable Buildings" Insights Paper with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. We very much look forward to collaborating with the new Government on reducing carbon emissions in relation to buildings, enhancing biodiversity, and adding social value. You can read the report on our website here: https://lnkd.in/eA7fpP4y #arefnews #investmentmanagement #realestate #realestatefunds #propertyinvestment #property #sustainability #fundmanagement #realestateinvestment #aref_investment_insights #government

🌟 Exciting News for Welsh Businesses! 🌟 Discover how Welsh enterprises in Flintshire are taking big steps towards achieving net zero emissions with the help of the Carbon Reduction Feasibility Fund. This groundbreaking initiative is empowering businesses to access funding and specialist advice to develop robust carbon reduction plans. 💼💚 Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to join the journey towards a greener, more sustainable future. Read the full article by clicking below. #WelshBusiness #NetZero #Sustainability #CarbonReduction #FundingOpportunity

💰 Are current financial structures hindering green renovations? Despite the environmental benefits, only a small fraction of funding supports renovation projects. Innovative financing models like green bonds and sustainability-linked loans are essential. 🔄 What could be done to improve: 🌿 Promote green investment platforms 📊 Expand green building certifications 🏦 Develop tailored green financial products How do you think financial institutions can better support eco-friendly renovations? Join the conversation! #FullSulate #FPConstruction #greeninvestment #constructionindustry #renovation

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Stad Eeklo wind the European Social Innovation Award. Never doubted the potential reach and depth of the idea to lease-lend cooperative shares to vulnerable households. Big appreciation goes out to all the dedicated civil servants Ben Caussyn, Fien Vanderbeke, my successor Filip Smet and of course energy consultant jan de pauw and all the dedication Burgercoöperatie Ecopower and Energy Cities have put into this. May this award motivate the current coalition to 1. Directly upscale the Power Up project investing the 50.000€ award in additional coaching, allowing it to reach its full 100% potential. Opening up the annual saving of 230€ to reach 3000 households instead of the current 30. 2. Reclaim the 7 windturbines, the democratic supportmodel our city unanimously approved in 2014, promised. This allowing our entire city to be Powered Up and create its autonomous climate fund. #justtransition #energy #climatecrisis #clomatejustice

💰🌱 Demystifying Mindful Regeneration: Green Financing 💶 Green Financing refers to funding and investment strategies that prioritise sustainability, environmental protection, and social well-being in urban development projects. This approach encourages the allocation of resources towards green infrastructure, renewable energy, and other initiatives aligned with the principles of Mindful Regeneration. 🌿 Some examples of Green Financing include: ❇️ Green bonds: Financial instruments that raise capital for environmentally-friendly projects, such as green infrastructure or renewable energy installations. ✳️ Impact investing: Investments made with the intention of generating both a financial return and a measurable social or environmental impact. ✅ Public-private partnerships: Collaborations between government agencies and private investors to fund sustainable urban development initiatives. 🌇 Why is Green Financing important for city redevelopment? Green Financing plays a critical role in mobilising the necessary capital to support sustainable urban development. By incentivising environmentally responsible investment, cities can implement critical infrastructure improvements, promote renewable energy adoption, and enhance overall resilience, contributing to long-term economic growth and social well-being. 💡 Next up: Social Value Financing a funding strategy prioritising positive social impact and inclusivity in urban development. #DemystifyingMindfulRegeneration #MindfulRegeneration #GreenFinancing #GreenBonds #PPP #ImpactInvestments The Mindful Regenerist Katharine Lewis Christopher Plumley

A major new study from Trove Research on #carbonmarkets has found that investment into carbon projects totaled $36 billion in the last decade. Researchers also found that over $3 billion in future investment has already been committed. More than 80% of the funding raised in the past 2-3 years has been focused on nature-based projects. Trove also reports that more than 1,500 projects have registered with leading standards since 2020. These projects have the potential to save 300 million tonnes of CO₂ a year. An additional 1,500 projects are under development. To reach the 1.5 degrees Celsius goal, an additional $90 billion of capital is needed to achieve the requisite number of credits. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Pm67NM #carboncredits #climatechange #carbonmarkets #climateaction