Public Profile

The Global Impact Investing Network

The Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), headquartered in the United States, is a leading organisation dedicated to increasing the scale and effectiveness of impact investing. Founded in 2009, GIIN has played a pivotal role in shaping the industry, providing essential resources and fostering collaboration among investors, fund managers, and other stakeholders across major operational regions worldwide. GIIN's core services include research, education, and the development of industry standards, which distinguish it as a trusted authority in the impact investing space. With a commitment to advancing the practice of impact measurement and management, GIIN has established itself as a key player, facilitating over $1 trillion in impact investments. Its notable achievements include the creation of the IRIS+ system, which enhances the ability of investors to measure and manage their social and environmental impact effectively.

DitchCarbon Score

How does The Global Impact Investing Network's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

The Global Impact Investing Network's score of 23 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Global Impact Investing Network's reported carbon emissions

The Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. Without concrete figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their direct impact on climate change. However, the GIIN is actively engaged in promoting sustainable investment practices, which contribute to broader climate goals within the impact investing sector. Their initiatives focus on encouraging responsible investment strategies that align with global climate commitments, although specific metrics or targets have not been disclosed.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Global Impact Investing Network's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for The Global Impact Investing Network is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

The Global Impact Investing Network is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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