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What are Investment Tax Credits (ITCs)?

June 1, 2023

Key Takeaways from Jamie C Beard’s TED Talk on the Potential of Geothermal Energy

March 1, 2023
Education, Industry

Deep beneath your feet is a molten ball of energy the same temperature as the surface of the sun -- an immense clean energy source that could power the world thousands of times over, says technologist and climate activist Jamie C. Beard. But how do we tap it? Jamie lays out a surprising solution, and an unlikely alliance, to harvest geothermal energy from the Earth's core anywhere in the world.

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.

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.

How Eurobonds Finance African Development

April 1, 2022
Education, Impact

For years, African countries relied heavily on their exports and foreign aid to fund vital infrastructures such as roads, power, and clean water. This changed in 2006, when the Seychelles became the first sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) country, ex-South Africa, to make its way into the international financial markets with the issue of its $200 million Eurobond. Since then, Eurobonds have become an important source of development finance for African countries, particularly in terms of infrastructure funding.

How Much Will It Cost to Reach Net-Zero by 2050?

January 25, 2022
Industry, News

A new McKinsey & Co study estimates that the global economy needs to invest $9.2 trillion dollars annually to curb emissions and reach net-zero by 2050. That’s at least $3.5 trillion more annually than is currently being invested in low-carbon and fossil fuel infrastructure. These findings suggest that nations and corporations will need to ramp up decarbonization efforts fast.

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.