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    A thematic approach to impact investing

    With the launch of Esmée Fairbairn Foundation’s first deep dive into thematic impact investing, our Head of Social and Impact Investment, Jonny Page outlines our thematic approach to impact investing.

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    Esmée’s allocation to social investment increased to £60m

    We are delighted to announce that Esmée Fairbairn Foundation is increasing our allocation to social investment to £60m.

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    Invitation to Tender: Impact Investment deep dive on sustainable food and agriculture

    We're looking for a provider to develop a practical resource for impact investors, assessing the investment opportunity both through funds and direct, across sub-themes, which align with the theme of sustainable food and agriculture.

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    Funder Commitment on Climate Change 2023 update

    Read our 2023 update on our work towards the six goals of the Funder Commitment on Climate Change.

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    Annual Report and Accounts for 2022

    Our 2022 Annual Report gives an overview of our operations, funding and investments during the year.

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    Funder Commitment on Climate Change: 2022 update

    Read our 2022 update on our work towards the six goals of the Funder Commitment on Climate Change.

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    Our Annual Report and Accounts for 2021

    Read our 2021 Annual Report, which gives an overview of our operations, funding and investments during 2021.

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    Funder Commitment on Climate Change: 2021 update

    Read our 2021 update on our work towards the six goals of the Funder Commitment on Climate Change.

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    Our commitment and strategy to be net zero

    We have made a commitment that our investment portfolio will be net zero in terms of carbon emissions by 2040 at the latest.

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