Principles for Responsible Investment

Qiming Venture Partners Becomes a UN PRI Signatory

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Shanghai, Feb. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China's leading venture capital firm Qiming Venture Partners announced its recent signing of the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI).

Key Points: 
  • Shanghai, Feb. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China's leading venture capital firm Qiming Venture Partners announced its recent signing of the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI).
  • "The signing is a testimony to our commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values as we practice responsible investment," said Duane Kuang, Founding Managing Partner of Qiming Venture Partners.
  • "PRI provides us with a robust framework that integrates sustainability and ethical considerations into our investment and decision-making process.
  • Within two primary sectors of investment - Technology & Consumer and Healthcare, Qiming proactively seeks investments in businesses that uphold and implement ESG values.

Dialogue with CCV's Wei Zhou: in Globalization 3.0 Era- ESG as the Lifeline for Expanding Businesses Globally

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Friday, November 17, 2023

Recently, EqualOcean's "Globalization Lounge" live streaming event hosted a profound discussion on the theme of "Globalization 3.0 Era: ESG as the Lifeline for Expanding Businesses Globally."

Key Points: 
  • Recently, EqualOcean's "Globalization Lounge" live streaming event hosted a profound discussion on the theme of "Globalization 3.0 Era: ESG as the Lifeline for Expanding Businesses Globally."
  • KPCB initiated green technology investments globally since the early 2000s, while the domestic surge in China started in 2007.
  • The technological maturity of the products was insufficient for full commercialization, and businesses couldn't generate enough cash flow to sustain themselves.
  • Looking ahead to 2024, what are your expectations for the integration of ESG in the globalization of Chinese companies?

Montage Partners Opens New Salt Lake City Office

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Montage Partners, a people-first private equity firm based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is pleased to announce the opening of its new Salt Lake City office.

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  • Montage Partners, a people-first private equity firm based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is pleased to announce the opening of its new Salt Lake City office.
  • With one of the fastest-growing economies in the country, Salt Lake City was a clear choice for the second office.
  • Chris Norwood, Vice President at Montage Partners, relocated to Salt Lake City last year and will lead the new office in growing the firm’s investment portfolio.
  • “We believe the market is an ideal fit for Montage Partners, and we look forward to building strong relationships here for decades to come.”
    The first new hire for the Salt Lake City office is Hayden Gehring, who joined the firm as an Associate in September.

Abdulwahab's Office Becomes First in the Country to Sign the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)*

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

By signing these principles, Abdulwahab's Office demonstrates its dedication to responsible investment strategies that maximise financial returns while seeking to minimise their impact on society and the environment.

Key Points: 
  • By signing these principles, Abdulwahab's Office demonstrates its dedication to responsible investment strategies that maximise financial returns while seeking to minimise their impact on society and the environment.
  • "We are thrilled to be pioneers in this significant endeavour, setting a precedent for responsible investment practices within Oman," said Abdulwahab Al Maimani, Chief Executive Officer of Abdulwahab's Office.
  • The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) hold paramount significance in Oman Vision 2040, serving as a cornerstone for the nation's aspirations towards sustainable development and responsible economic growth.
  • Abulwahab's Office joins a prestigious group of global investors and companies that have chosen to adopt responsible investment principles.

MAOR INVESTMENTS Announces the Closing of Its Second Fund at $180M, 1.8x the Size of MAOR I

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Friday, October 20, 2023

MAOR INVESTMENTS, a Luxembourg-based venture capital fund dedicated to Israeli technologies, is proud to announce the final closing of its second fund, MAOR II, at $180 million.

Key Points: 
  • MAOR INVESTMENTS, a Luxembourg-based venture capital fund dedicated to Israeli technologies, is proud to announce the final closing of its second fund, MAOR II, at $180 million.
  • This access emphasizes the differentiating positioning of the fund as « Bridge to Europe », reflecting MAOR INVESTMENTS’ unique value in the Israeli ecosystem.
  • By aligning its investments with ESG criteria and signing the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) for MAOR II, an Article 8 SFDR fund, MAOR INVESTMENTS is committed to investing responsibly.
  • The MAOR INVESTMENTS team sincerely thanks its investors, portfolio companies, team members and corporate partners for their precious support and collaboration.

Stoneweg US Drives 33% GRESB Score Improvement for Varia US Properties

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

As the asset manager for the Varia US portfolio, Stoneweg US plays a pivotal role in guiding and supporting Varia US' sustainable practices, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score.

Key Points: 
  • As the asset manager for the Varia US portfolio, Stoneweg US plays a pivotal role in guiding and supporting Varia US' sustainable practices, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score.
  • Stoneweg US played a pivotal role, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score
    The annual GRESB assessment, shaped by the collective vision of investors and industry stakeholders, serves as a compass for measuring sustainability performance in asset investments.
  • Through the efforts of its asset manager Stoneweg US, Varia US acquired and/or achieved four Green Globes® sustainable building certifications and eight ENERGY STAR® building performance certifications in 2022.
  • For the complete "GRESB Real Estate Benchmark Report 2023" and more insights into Varia US' ESG strategy and initiatives, please visit website at www.stonewegesg.us .

Chief Financial Officers call for greater private sector financing for the Sustainable Development Goals

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

New York, United States of America, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chief Financial Officers and other key actors in the investment community gathered at this year’s SDG Investment Forum in New York to call for accelerating private sector investment and financing to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and  achieve the 2030 Agenda.

Key Points: 
  • New York, United States of America, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chief Financial Officers and other key actors in the investment community gathered at this year’s SDG Investment Forum in New York to call for accelerating private sector investment and financing to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and  achieve the 2030 Agenda.
  • Similarly, while private capital is abundant, only a small share is clearly aligned with the Global Goals.
  • The report underlines the key role Chief Financial Officers play in managing the risks and opportunities offered by taking action or lagging behind in the low carbon transition.
  • On the flip side, proactive action can bring a sustainable long-term competitive advantage to businesses.

Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC) and Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) sign a MoU, marking the beginning of a new financial partnership between Rwanda and Kazakhstan

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), one of the newest and most promising financial centres in Africa, and Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), one of the leading financial centres in Central Asia, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today.

Key Points: 
  • ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), one of the newest and most promising financial centres in Africa, and Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), one of the leading financial centres in Central Asia, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today.
  • This marks the beginning of a new journey of partnership and cooperation for the two countries.
  • The partnership also aims to facilitate the sharing of information and expertise between the two entities to develop effective cooperation.
  • Nick Barigye, CEO of Rwanda Finance Limited (RFL) said:
    "This MoU is a milestone in the strengthening of Kigali International Financial Centre's relationship with other world-class Centres such as AIFC.

Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC) and Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) sign a MoU, marking the beginning of a new financial partnership between Rwanda and Kazakhstan

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 20, 2023

ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), one of the newest and most promising financial centres in Africa, and Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), one of the leading financial centres in Central Asia, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today.

Key Points: 
  • ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), one of the newest and most promising financial centres in Africa, and Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), one of the leading financial centres in Central Asia, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today.
  • This marks the beginning of a new journey of partnership and cooperation for the two countries.
  • The partnership also aims to facilitate the sharing of information and expertise between the two entities to develop effective cooperation.
  • Nick Barigye, CEO of Rwanda Finance Limited (RFL) said:
    "This MoU is a milestone in the strengthening of Kigali International Financial Centre's relationship with other world-class Centres such as AIFC.

CCV Joins Bangladesh Energy-Efficient Stove Carbon Reduction Project, Continuing to Drive the Global Green Revolution

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Through this strategic collaboration, CCV will contribute to the ongoing development of the global carbon market and actively promote the participation of more companies and organizations in this initiative.

Key Points: 
  • Through this strategic collaboration, CCV will contribute to the ongoing development of the global carbon market and actively promote the participation of more companies and organizations in this initiative.
  • Before the project's implementation, Bangladesh widely used traditional solid fuels such as open flames or three-stone fires for heating purposes.
  • CCV, inheriting its green genes from KPCB China, has been focusing on green technology investments since its inception and has consistently incorporated ESG elements into investment decisions.
  • To date, the companies we have invested in all contribute to making the world a better place though initiatives similar to the Energy-Efficient Stove Carbon Reduction Project.