As dedicated field builders, it’s exciting to see the impact investing world grow and more universities offering MBA and other programs dedicated to impact investing, as highlighted for @ FT subscribers in this piece: bit.ly/40nX5FH #impinv

Good to see: In a move to give more people in African countries access to reliable power, the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet and The Rockefeller Foundation plan 23 new energy access projects in 11 countries and beyond. bit.ly/414n5rj #impinv

For impact investors, there’s much keep in mind as we move into the new year, including the growing demand for catalytic capital and an evolving approach to climate finance. These “seven things to watch” from may be helpful to see: bit.ly/4k1YhaT #impinv

The battle for democracy is a long game. In this 2025 Democracy Playbook from The Brookings Institution , the authors highlight seven ways we can all help protect it. bit.ly/4jOlzAS

Timely: 5 considerations for funders of all sizes who support social enterprises and entrepreneurs from ImpactAlpha : bit.ly/3F0jqBS

Some positive news despite uncertainties: Three-quarters of 127 climate-focused fund managers anticipate an increase in investible opportunities and exits, according to CREO. You can read more here: bit.ly/4kl3OsU #climate #Impinv

Yes: financial inclusion is an important place to be if you’re investing in fintech. ResilienceVC announces a $56 million debt fund to back fintech companies focused on financial inclusion, as reported by @ TechCrunch. bit.ly/4buCrJ4 #impinv

Interested in impact measurement? Enroll in “Strengthening Impact Measurement,” a year-long cohort-driven course offered by Impact Frontiers and Prime Coalition at Duke! The deadline to enroll is 3/31. bit.ly/3FqUoMG #impinv

“Nobody wanted to go in the water.” Nearly 3 dozen environmental regulations are being targeted, prompting those who remember dirty air and polluted waters before the EPA was established to wonder if that’s our future. bit.ly/4kDqHIv

Catalytic capital isn’t a niche approach. It plays a significant role in driving impact returns and the impact investing strategies for many impact investors. This is one of several interesting takeaways from Toniic as part of its T100 project. bit.ly/3RnCj4I

Our spring issue of The Blue Haven Brief is out! 🌍🌱 In our latest newsletter, we share how our in-house portfolio, with a focus on climate, fintech, and mental health, is evolving. We also touch on the issues our cofounders and team are watching. bit.ly/3R29ESL

How is our in-house portfolio evolving? How do we tackle leadership development in Africa? There’s this and more in our spring newsletter: bit.ly/3R29ESL

Despite growing pushback on DEI, most companies aren't scaling back. A recent Paradigm study shows 23% of employers surveyed plan to increase DEI funding, while over half aren’t making cuts. Encouraging sign amid the noise. bit.ly/42sZkbK

“Forward-thinking companies aren’t just planning for the next quarter; they’re planning for the next generation by making bold, long-term commitments to environmental action.” On Earth Day, there are some good points made in this piece: bit.ly/3YdKlkK

In our view, systemic investing is impact investing done right. Whatever words are used, we’re pleased to see more people becoming interested in investing for transformative change. It has never been more important! bit.ly/3RJ5qQj #impinv

Proud to be in good company as we welcome the Ford, Sorenson Impact, and Surdna foundations to the Catalytic Capital Consortium (C3). Great to see momentum around this community committed to expanding opportunity and economic growth for all. bit.ly/42XIRhn

Civics education is vital in shaping the next generation of engaged citizens. It's not just about memorizing facts—it's about teaching students to think critically and to participate meaningfully in democracy, especially within their local communities. bit.ly/4mi7DjH

For serious impact investors, investment strategies span sectors, geographies, asset classes and reflect an interest in sustainable impact. Here, new resources for investors interested in systems thinking: bit.ly/4k8NgEf @ RockefellerPhi1

Summer is coming but the heat will last: Weather forecasters predict several years of deadly heat, with the next five years forecast to be more than 1.5C warmer than preindustrial levels. bit.ly/4mvSs6x @borenbears #climate #impinv

The cooling market stands to double by 2030. What’s the future for innovative devices that don’t need polluting liquid refrigerants? Great to see energy nonprofit RMI explain solid-state cooling in this BBC piece: bit.ly/4jCmEKO