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Navigating Impact Investing and ESG in Venture Capital
This chapter examines the structure of venture capital funds and the emerging investment themes within impact investing, particularly the complexities of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. It highlights the necessity for a tailored understanding of ESG across different company stages and advocates for diversity in the venture capital industry as a means to enhance performance. The discussion also contrasts investment strategies in climate tech, addressing the challenges in evaluating hard tech innovations and emphasizing the importance of sustainability and governance.
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