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Every six months, we publish an Impact Report filled with news about the diverse, effective climate solutions being delivered through our Global Returns Portfolio. Today, we published our latest - and our first of 2023 🎉 Beginning with an introduction from our Technical Advisory Board, the report is filled with statistics and success stories from each of the world-class climate charities which comprise our Portfolio. Read the full Impact Report - linked in our newsletter below 👇 https://mailchi.mp/globalreturnsproject/newsletter26may2023
Our new Impact Report is here 🎉
https://mailchi.mp/globalreturnsproject/newsletter26may2023
We published a newsletter yesterday announcing the extension of our fundraising campaign! It will now run until 12th May. Including offline donations, we've now raised over £100k for our climate charities. We're more than 66% of the way to our £150k target! Read the full newsletter below, and donate and share today: https://mailchi.mp/globalreturnsproject/newsletter27apr2023
Our campaign is 66% complete ⌛
https://mailchi.mp/globalreturnsproject/newsletter27apr2023
The overwhelming message from this week's #IPCC report is clear: we need to do all we can, as soon as possible, to mitigate the #ClimateCrisis ⌛ Climate philanthropy is one of the most effective individual climate actions you can take. Our #50DaysToMakeADifference campaign is the perfect place to learn more about climate philanthropy, and to donate to the most impactful climate not-for-profits ➡️ https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/50-days-to-make-a-difference https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/mar/20/ipcc-climate-crisis-report-delivers-final-warning-on-15c
Scientists deliver ‘final warning’ on climate crisis: act now or it’s too late
IPCC report says only swift and drastic action can avert irrevocable damage to world
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/mar/20/ipcc-climate-crisis-report-delivers-final-warning-on-15c
Our recent partnership with Titan Wealth is now live! Titan have included a donation to our Global Returns Portfolio of world-class climate not-for-profits in the fee structure of their new fund. This is exactly how we hope to increase the impact of climate philanthropy. Titan's clients will now be actively protecting and regenerating the planet through their everyday investment decisions. https://globalreturnsproject.earth/press-coverage/citywire-titan-wealth-launches-new-mps-which-incorporates-global-returns-portfolio/
CityWire: Titan Wealth launches new MPS which incorporates Global Returns Portfolio • Global Returns Project
The Global Returns Project was featured in FTAdviser's recent series of articles "What will the next stage of ESG investing look like?"
https://globalreturnsproject.earth/press-coverage/citywire-titan-wealth-launches-new-mps-which-incorporates-global-returns-portfolio/
Today is #WorldWildlifeDay and exactly 50 days until #EarthDay. That’s why it’s also the start of our #50DaysToMakeADifference campaign! Donate here: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/50-days-to-make-a-difference Our team of world-class climate scientists have published an open letter reminding us that climate philanthropy works – and that it’s critically underfunded. These scientists oversee the curation of the ‘Global Returns Portfolio’: a selection of diverse, effective and scalable not-for-profit organisations tackling climate change. They’re asking us all to donate a proportion of our savings and investments to the Portfolio ahead of Earth Day 2023. They suggest just 0.25%, and if everyone that, it would really make a difference. Their goal funding goal is £150,000. Check out the open letter for the full list of climate solutions that £150k would deliver. Read the full letter here: https://globalreturnsproject.earth/global-returns-project-publications/50-days-to-make-a-difference-an-open-letter-from-our-technical-advisory-board-scientists/ As the scientists say: ‘Together, let’s take the simple and effective individual climate action we too often ignore. Let’s deliver fast, impactful and identifiable climate solutions’.
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Great campaign!
International climate finance is not mobilising fast enough, says Ban Ki-Moon ⌛ But in this critical decade for climate action, individuals can act where the international community drags its heels. Climate philanthropy funds effective climate solutions far faster than governments or technological solutions 💸 Support the most impactful climate philanthropic organisations easily by donating to the Global Returns Portfolio today 👉 https://globalreturnsproject.earth/contribute/ https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2023/feb/24/ban-ki-moon-criticises-climate-finance-delays
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Global Canopy, one of the consitituent organisations of our Global Returns Portfolio, published their annual Forest 500 report this week 📄 Their assessment of 350 companies and 150 financial insitutions indicates an increasing awareness and prioritisation of deforestation, ahead of wider political and legal shifts that will make mitigating deforestation a key due diligence concern. Hopefully, more financial institutions will be inspired by the report's success stories (like that of Schroders) and craft ambitious, robust deforestation policies 🌳 Global Canopy's work to end deforestation is undeniably effective, and a cause for climate optimism. Support their work, and the work of other pioneering climate not-for-profits, by donating to the Global Returns Portfolio today 👉 https://globalreturnsproject.earth/contribute/ https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/feb/15/a-third-of-companies-linked-to-deforestation-have-no-policy-to-end-it
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We're pleased to see one of our Global Returns Portfolio's constituent organisations, ClientEarth, file another world-first lawsuit on behalf of our planet 🌎 They are suing Shell's directors, arguing that the corporate directors are personally liable for failing to properly prepare the company for the net zero transition 💼 To support the work of pioneering climate organisations, including ClientEarth, contribute to the Global Returns Portfolio today 💸 https://globalreturnsproject.earth/contribute/ https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/feb/09/shell-directors-personally-sued-over-flawed-climate-strategy
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Investors are paying close attention to environmental disclosures from corporates when deciding where to invest 💸 It's great to see the value of nature appreciated by investors. But while this strategy may incentivise corporates to avoid environmental harm, more needs to be done to help them directly regenerate the planet 🌏 The Global Returns Portfolio of climate not-for-profits makes it easy for corporates and financial institutions to protect, enhance and regenerate the biosphere. Read more 👉 https://globalreturnsproject.earth/the-global-returns-portfolio/ https://www.edie.net/investors-ramping-up-corporate-disclosure-requests-on-forestry-and-water/
Investors ramping up corporate disclosure requests on forestry and water - edie
A record number of investors are targeting companies to report on key sustainability issues like climate change, forestry and water, with environmental disclosure platforms CDP finding that companies are more likely to disclose information when directly engaged by financial institutions rather than coalitions or groups.
https://www.edie.net/investors-ramping-up-corporate-disclosure-requests-on-forestry-and-water/
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Interesting, thank you for sharing!
We were really pleased to be covered in WealthBriefing this week 📰 Their article is a great summation of our mission and many of the partnerships we've recently established with financial organisations 💸 Read the full article here 👉 https://globalreturnsproject.earth/press-coverage/wealthbriefing-global-returns-project-puts-professional-touch-on-not-for-profit-sector/
WealthBriefing: Global Returns Project puts professional touch on not-for-profit sector • Global Returns Project
The Global Returns Project was featured in FTAdviser's recent series of articles "What will the next stage of ESG investing look like?"
https://globalreturnsproject.earth/press-coverage/wealthbriefing-global-returns-project-puts-professional-touch-on-not-for-profit-sector/
This morning, we published our latest newsletter 🎉 As well as the climate success stories and Global Returns Project updates you've come to expect, this month we've taken the Financial Conduct Authority's new SDR proposal and looked beyond the headlines to see why you should care. In short: 2023 is shaping up to be a banner year for both sustainable investing and the Global Returns Project 📈 To find out more about the FCA's proposal and what it means for the future of sustainable investing, read the full newsletter here 👉 https://mailchi.mp/globalreturnsproject/newsletter15dec2022 If you haven't already, sign up to receive our newsletter directly in your inbox 👉 https://globalreturnsproject.earth/newsletter/
This week, our Chief Project Officer Jack Chellman appeared on the 'Deep Impact Investing' podcast from Horizons Sustainable Financial Services, Inc. to discuss our work at the Global Returns Project 🎉 Over the course of the podcast, Jack reveals insights about the ability of climate not-for-profits to effectively regenerate our planet, and why we're aiming to incorporate them into all investment activity 🌎 Thank you Kimberly Griego-Kiel for hosting such a great interview 🎧 Listen to the full podcast here 👉 https://horizonssfs.com/ep-80-change-not-charity/
Last week, we were pleased to announce that Mike Berners-Lee has joined our Advisory Board at the Global Returns Project 🎉 Mike consults, writes and researches on sustainability and responses to 21st century problems. He is the author of acclaimed books, including 'There is No Planet B: A Handbook for the Make or Break Years,' and 'How Bad Are Bananas? The carbon footprint of everything.' He is a professor at Lancaster University, and has made numerous speaking, radio and television broadcast appearances to promote public awareness of sustainability and climate change issues 🌍 Our thanks go out to thewealthnet and Responsible Investor for covering the announcement last week; coverage from WealthBriefing is featured below. We're really excited Mike has agreed to join us, and we look forward to working with him as the Global Returns Project grows in scope and impact 📈 https://globalreturnsproject.earth/press-coverage/wealthbriefing-mike-berners-lee-appointed-to-global-returns-projects-advisory-board/
Yesterday, we published our latest newsletter! 🎉 It features commentary on COP27, a recent success story from our Portfolio Partner Whale and Dolphin Conservation, and a timely reminder of the value of your attention as we work to tackle the Climate Crisis together 🌍 Read the full newsletter below, and make sure you've signed up to receive our newsletters before we release our next six-monthly impact report in November Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/globalreturnsproject/newsletter27oct2022 Sign-up link: https://globalreturnsproject.earth/newsletter/
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Thanks Cop27 for the action you have taken against this climate crisis..we will stand with you
We've just launched our brand-new website! 🎉 It's built from the ground up to make our message more accessible, more relevant and more exciting ✅ You'll love the animated graphics which bring our Portfolio Diversity stats to life, along with the new dashboard which illustrates our rigorous selection and assessment methodology 📈 We've created a Latest News hub for our thought leadership, recent press coverage and reports we know will galvanise all who are on the journey with us to tackle the Climate Crisis 🌍 Check out the Project Momentum page dedicated to our progress and the Portfolio Successes page celebrating the groundbreaking work undertaken by our Portfolio Partners. https://globalreturnsproject.earth/
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Congrats!
As inflationary crises ripple through the financial system and garner mass attention, the biosphere's importance musn't be forgotten 🌍 Moody's Investors Service have released a 14 page report about the "devasting [financial] ramifications" of a depleted natural world. It highlights nine sectors, whose debt exceeds $1.9 trillion, with "high" or "very high" risk exposure to natural capital. Zooming out to include industries with a "moderate exposure" to natural capital risks increases this by an additional $9.6 trillion 💸 Regenerating the biosphere is a rational investment decision, and timely action protects future wealth. Contributing to our Portfolio of climate not-for-profits is one of the most effective ways to regenerate our planet. Learn more: https://globalreturnsproject.earth/beyond-sustainability/ https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-09-28/moody-s-1-9-trillion-warning-over-biodiversity-green-insight?srnd=green#xj4y7vzkg
Are you engaging with #ClimateWeekNYC? We're thrilled with #WeDontHaveTime's output for #ClimateWeek2022, it's absolutely worth checking out. Their exploration of pressing climate issues with leading experts, including scientists, policymakers, NGOs, companies, and more is not to be missed. Make sure you head to https://www.wedonthavetime.org/events/climateweeknyc to view the program and catch up on anything you might have missed!
It's official: Liz Truss has won the Conservative leadership contest, becoming the UK's new prime minister. Her appointment presents an important opportunity for the UK to re-commit to government climate intervention. Our Head of Strategy and Communications, Jack Chellman, wrote in IFA Magazine earlier today why this matters to the Global Returns Project: https://ifamagazine.com/article/the-global-returns-project-will-the-new-pm-be-ready-to-lead-the-effort-to-keep-the-1-5c-goal-alive-rebecca-tomes-for-both-ifa-and-wealth-please-brandon-%F0%9F%98%8A-bex-yesno-from-andreea/
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She won't though. She hates solar and has already stated she wants to greenlight more oil drilling in the North Sea. She is a climate denier.
We've just published our latest newsletter! Featuring our latest partnership announcements, media appearances and thoughts on recent government climate action, it is a powerful rallying call for the importance of climate not-for-profits as a vital part of the solution to the Climate Crisis. Read more: https://mailchi.mp/globalreturnsproject/newsletter25aug2022
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Thanks for sharing!
Huge thank you to IFA Magazine for publishing this article last week. Our Head of Strategy and Communications, Jack Chellman, wrote about the importance of thinking beyond ESG alone against a backdrop of government climate inaction 💭 Contributing to climate not-for-profits is a powerful climate action. Jack demonstrates this by highlighting how our work reaches climate solutions that governments and markets haven't been able to address. Read more 👇 https://ifamagazine.com/article/thinking-beyond-esg-alone-when-government-climate-action-falters/
ICYMI: Last week we were excited to announce the appointment of two new Board Advisors for the Global Returns Project! Patricia Romero is a communications and PR specialist, leading Oliver Wyman’s external affairs in Europe, and coordinating its media campaign for COP26. Leo Vicars is the CEO and founder of Green Ripple, which supports companies addressing the Climate Crisis through specialist consulting on ESG and sustainability. We look forward to benefitting from their experience and insights as we work for a world where every financial strategy regenerates the biosphere.
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Wish them well! May they bring their rich insights to global returns project.
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All boards need more sustainability competence!
Are you looking for some engaging podcast content to provide some hopeful, practical advice to tackle the Climate Crisis? You're in luck - two of our team members have recently featured on podcasts to discuss the work of the Global Returns Project! First up: our co-founder Yan Swiderski was interviewed last week on IFA Talk, IFA Magazine's podcast 🎧 Yan and podcast host Bex Tomes enjoyed a great conversation about our work at the Global Returns Project and the powerful climate solution we're proposing to the financial services industry to help them stay ahead of the ESG curve 🌍 Listen here: https://ifamagazine.com/article/episode-6-why-symbiosis-is-the-new-sustainability-with-global-returns-project-co-founder-yan-swiderski/ Second: our Head of Strategy and Communications Jack Chellman recently featured on Digital Infra Network to speak about our work at the Global Returns Project, and the powerful complement/alternative to carbon offsets we offer to businesses and individuals. You can view the discussion here: https://digitalinfranetwork.com/talks/carbon-offsetting/beyond-offsets-alone-the-future-of-corporate-climate-leadership/
Did you catch our article in IFA Magazine to mark London Climate Action Week last month? In it, our co-founder Yan Swiderski writes about how London could become a forward-looking financial centre by embracing a symbiotic relationship between finance and the biosphere. Read more: https://ifamagazine.com/article/lcaw2022-londons-financial-future-a-centre-for-symbiosis/
Demand for ESG is skyrocketing 📈 But there are still plenty of questions about the limitations of ESG and how they should be addressed. The ESG Investing Handbook, published by Harriman House, features a chapter by our co-founder Yan Swiderski about our work at the Global Returns Project, and the "powerful mechanism for change" we're presenting to the financial services industry. Read Yan's chapter for FREE on our website: https://globalreturnsproject.earth/resources/ The book is out now in hardback and as a FREE e-book 🎉 You can order it here: https://harriman.house/books/the-esg-investing-handbook/
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Interesting, thank you for sharing, there are indeed, a lot of questions about ESG
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Charcoal burning in 🇿🇲 Zambia Its depleting our forests
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The Global Return project is not involved in charcoal burning, you can share the link to substantiate your argument.
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