The world of investment is witnessing a paradigm shift. Impact investing, once a niche strategy, is now a major force with significant capital flowing towards businesses that generate social and environmental impact alongside financial returns. This article explores this trend, particularly in the Asia Pacific region.

Investors are increasingly looking at Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors when making investment decisions. Large asset managers like BlackRock are requiring companies to demonstrate progress on their ESG practices. This trend is impacting companies of all sizes, with proxy advisory firms reviewing companies' ESG performance and ranking them accordingly.

Founders of tech companies are well-positioned to benefit from this trend. By aligning their business strategy with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and effectively measuring their impact, they can attract investment from a new breed of investors. This article explores how to craft an attractive investment proposition for impact investors and provides resources to learn more about impact investing and sustainability.

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