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The Future of Geothermal Energy in Texas

February 15, 2023
Impact, Industry

I recently read “The Future of Geothermal in Texas: Contemporary Prospects and Perspectives,” a study conducted by the University of Texas at Austin that assesses the potential for geothermal energy development in Texas. The report provides an overview of the current state of geothermal energy in Texas and identifies key challenges and opportunities for future growth.

Investors Increase Their Commodity Trade Finance Exposure, as Banks Retreat

December 1, 2022
Featured, Industry

With banks retreating from commodities and inventory financing due to market volatility and higher interest rates, hedge funds and other non-bank financial institutions have stepped in to fill the funding gap.

How Investments in Agriculture R&D Can Help Fight World Hunger – According to Bill Gates

September 16, 2022
Impact

I recently read Bill Gates’ thoughts on the war in Ukraine and the resulting interruption of grain imports from Europe to Africa that created another humanitarian crisis in Africa. Bill’s thoughts on investments in Agricultural R&D are compelling and I’d like to summarize them here, because innovations like this can play a role in avoiding these situations in the future.

US Climate Bill Incentivizes Carbon Capture

September 7, 2022
Featured, Impact, Industry

Following up on our latest article covering the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act (“IRA”), we wanted to dive deeper into a specific element of the climate bill that will be crucial for US emission reduction: Carbon Capture.

Inflation Reduction Act: A Turning Point for US Climate Policy?

August 23, 2022
Impact, Industry

On August 16th, 2022, President Biden signed into law the Inflation Reduction Act (“IRA”), one of the most ambitious and potentially impactful climate policies in US history. This marks a shift in US climate action and, by putting emissions firmly on a downward trajectory, it sends a global signal that the world’s largest historical emitter is now beginning to meet its responsibilities.

The EU Considers Natural Gas a ‘Green’ Investment

July 8, 2022
Featured, Impact, Industry

Back in February 2022, EU lawmakers voted to allow Natural Gas to be labeled as a ‘green’ investment, assuming such gas projects replace coal and have plans to switch to renewables or "low carbon gasses" by 2035. On July 5th, that vote was made final. We take a closer look at this controversial decision.

The Path Towards a Sustainable Blue Economy

June 5, 2022
Featured, Impact, Industry

It’s critical that humans conserve marine resources in a sustainable way, yet climate change and the economic exploitation of the oceans have become major threats to the oceans and our own livelihoods. It’s important that we work together to conserve and use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.

Illicit Financial Flows: Fighting Grand Corruption

February 22, 2022
Education, Featured, Impact

Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) describe the movement of money that is illegally acquired, transferred or spent across borders. They can vary by origin, complexity and intent, but they all have the same eroding effect on a country’s tax base, particularly for resource-rich developing countries which do not have the means to invest in public health, education, and sustainable development. These assets represent vast untapped wealth in the form of civil claims arising from historic grand corruption and fraud which belong to governments and their people.

PACTA: The Paris Agreement Capital Transition Assessment

February 7, 2022
Education, Impact

The 'Paris Agreement Capital Transition Assessment' (PACTA) was launched in 2018 by the 2° Investing Initiative (“2DII”) to measure the alignment of stocks, bonds and bank loans with a range of climate scenarios under the Paris Agreement. By aligning portfolios with the Paris Agreement, financial institutions can help limit global temperatures to 2 °C (2.7 °F) above pre-industrial levels.

About Impact Capital Partners

At Impact Capital Partners, our mission is to connect institutional capital with the growing impact investment market to address the world’s most pressing challenges. By utilizing impact investments, institutional investors are able to generate positive, measurable social and environmental impact alongside a financial return. We are constantly finding new impact investment opportunities in both emerging and developed markets, targeting market-rate returns. Schedule a call with us HERE if you’re interested in learning more about our impact opportunities.