The climate, nature and biodiversity risks of a well-known index
Introduction GIST Impact has analysed one of the world’s most well-known indices, serving as the benchmark for ca. USD 5 trillion in assets under management. The index is a mirror to the world – covering approximately 85% of the global investable equities across 20+ developed markets and 20+ emerging markets countries. But how good is […]
Integrated Profit and Loss Reporting
This blog post refers to a paper published in 2018 by the Stockholm Resilience Centre – demonstrating our long-standing expertise in impact accounting and framework development. Understanding the full spectrum of corporate performance goes beyond financial statements. The “Integrated Profit & Loss Reporting” framework is designed to measure the impacts of business activities not just […]
Impact Valuation Sprint Report
GIST Impact was delighted to contribute to the “Impact Valuation Sprint Report,” coordinated by the Value Balancing Alliance and launched in May 2024.
Industry reveal: What is the natural capital impact of the top pharmaceutical companies?
We recently looked at the top pharmaceutical companies across developed markets to assess how successful they’ve been in reducing their natural capital impacts. Our analysis found that only 3 of the largest companies (by revenue) in developed markets outperformed the sector average in terms of reducing their overall natural capital impacts (measured by impact intensities […]
GIST Impact featured in Wipro’s whitepaper on impact accounting
Recently we were featured in a whitepaper by our esteemed client, Wipro on the “The Rise of Impact Accounting” – check out the full piece below to learn how impact measurement enables companies to deliver standardised and comprehensive reporting by harnessing quality big data and advanced technology. Over the past seven years, Wipro has trusted GIST Impact […]
Unpacking Nature’s Value: Taking Biodiversity Impact Measurement from Science to Action
We’re excited to share our latest article – “Unpacking Nature’s Value: Taking Biodiversity Impact Measurement from Science to Action” – published in the Veolia Institute FACTS Report 2023. In the piece, our GIST Impact colleagues Mahima Sukhdev, Anupam Ravi, Snehal Bhosale and Aromi Salot, discuss practical approaches for measuring and valuing biodiversity and ecosystem services, including: Scroll below to read the full article, within […]
Groundbreaking Comparative Study Reveals Natural Farming Shows Improved Yields, Livelihoods and Health
GIST Impact and the Global Alliance for the Future of Food have launched a new report, Natural Farming Through a Wide-Angle Lens – a first-of-its-kind study comparing the economic, social and health impacts of natural farming with other farming systems in Andhra Pradesh, India.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Report – Gender Diversity
In today’s globalised and interconnected world, diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components for any successful business. Achieving true diversity and inclusion requires ongoing effort and measurement. The GIST Impact Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) report aims to provide insights into the current state of diversity and inclusion within the top 350 EU companies by […]
The economic burden of air pollution’s health impact
Air pollution is a major cause of mortality and morbidity. To accurately assess the geographical impact of air pollution, a new method has been proposed. In this research paper, we discuss this innovative approach and its potential benefits for companies and financial institutions. Here are the key takeaways: Read the full research paper with the […]
Biodiversity Impacts Framework for Enterprise and Portfolios
Over the last decade, “TEEB for Business” became a favoured reference for thousands of businesses to identify, explore, quantify, value and manage their impacts and dependence on nature. TEEB for Business had emphasised that “it is important to look beyond direct impacts and dependence, to consider the indirect”, however, there is as yet no standardised […]
