Insights from the BFF Panel 2025 based on multiple real-world cases in the social and environmental sector, illustrating the different strategies for positive impact.
Impact investing emerged as a third pillar alongside return and risk, aiming to generate financial profits while creating positive social and environmental outcomes. Initially driven by philanthropy, impact investing has evolved into a sustainable business model, attracting mainstream investors. Two main strategies exist: focusing on minimizing harm (cfr. responsible investing) and actively driving positive impact (cfr. sustainable and impact investing).
