This week: Triodos Bank and Ethex partner to boost impact crowdfunding, Australian investors allocate AU$100m in catalytic capital over the past three years, SASC brings in new investors to tackle homelessness, and more.
Triodos Bank's Whitni Thomas says we have an opportunity to democratise our energy system – but governments and financial institutions must step up to unlock the full potential of community-led energy initiatives.
Funding will support the plans from the UK’s largest childcare social enterprise to double the number of its nurseries, while award-winning CEO June O’Sullivan praises the flexibility of charity bonds over typical social investment.
PLUS: New investment-readiness programme in Asia; Stepping Stones Finance Facility launches; Big Society Capital re-invests in public service delivery; Big Issue Invest secures nearly £4m, and more...
Triodos Bank releases positive growth figures in its 2015 annual report and the Business Impact Challenge seeks corporate partnerships with social enterprises and charities.
