September 2024
Business
Business guide to address the Ukraine humanitarian crisis
The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) appeals to the private sector to help people affected by the Russian military offensive in Ukraine.
March 2022
Open call for innovators who want to shape the future of cities
The Urban Future international gathering of changemakers is looking for impact entrepreneurs with projects making cities greener and more accesible.
February 2022
First Impact Syndicate in Ireland to invest €10M in sustainability start-ups
Angel invetsors in Ireland will provide funding and supports to enterprises building on environmental, social and governance factors.
January 2022
New program preparing Dublin-based businesses for rapidly growing Green Economy
Micro and small enterprises in Dublin can join a new Circular Economy training program to become more sustainable and unlock business potential.
January 2022
Creating a powerful unified voice of impact-driven leaders
"I see most often that social innovators are ordinary people brave enough to do extraordinary things." Fireside chat with Suzanne Wisse-Huiskes, CEO of Euclid Network
January 2022
Pilot scheme launched in Ireland to increase reuse of construction materials
Waste generated by the Irish construction industry can be turned into valuable resources with a newly introduced project.
December 2021
Dating app for vegans and vegetarians breaks record with over half a million users
Specialised dating app taps into growing plant-based diet trends to reach over two million pair matching.
December 2021
Early-stage startups in Berlin can apply for business award
The Berlin Newcomer Startup Award is open for business ideas that are not yet on the market.
November 2021
New action plan urges finance sector to scale nature-based investments
‘Triple Crisis Action plan’ was launched to call upon investors to embrace natural capital solutions at scale to address climate challenges.
October 2021
4 ways to fund your green business idea
How to unlock funding opportunties to turn a green business idea into a reality?
September 2021
A week dedicated to celebrating and promoting Circular Economy across Europe
Series of events will be held as part of the fourth Circular Week, an international congress promoting sustainable solutions and Circular Economy.
August 2021
Investors in Asia and Africa are invited to join the growing impact investing market
First Impact Investing Fellowship program for asset owners and managers in Asia and Africa was launched to offer learning and networking.
July 2021
€800,000 Social Enterprise Start-up Fund is open for innovative projects in Ireland
A new support package with grants and training is available for early-stage social enterprises with a clear ambition to address a critical social issue in Ireland.
July 2021
Choosing a sustainable lifestyle becomes easier for people living in Galway
Family-run supermarket chain Joyce’s Supermarket starts a new collaboration with minimal waste store, reuzi, to bring sustainable products to their customers.
July 2021
First female president appointed to lead European Business and Innovation Centre Network
As the next President of EBN, Cristina Fanjul aims to further strengthen the organisation by making its network more dynamic, open and inclusive.
July 2021
Pioneering cosmetics brand becomes 5th highest scoring B Corp in the UK
The Beauty Kitchen brand earns top B Corp rankings thanks to improved business sustainability initiatives
July 2021
Twelve European impact focused start-ups receive awards
The Impact Shakers Awards shine a light on businesses with a positive impact on society and the environment.
July 2021
Activist Irish business challenges polluting toy industry practices
Fighting plastic pollution and the negative environmental impact of the toy industry is helping a small Irish company succeed.
May 2021
Irish social enterprise launched online shop for preloved kids clothes to aid local causes and reduce waste
Newly launched website sells used kids’ fashion items in Ireland to save them from landfill and help raise funds for local charities, schools and clubs.
May 2021
Impact in the making: online matchmaking event for green tech stakeholders
Innovators can join the Impact Connect online matchmaking event to find partners, funding and network, while learning from inspiring changemakers.
April 2021
Business leaders are invited to share their opinion on sustainability
Organisational Sustainability Survey seeks to understand where organisations stand with sustainability and to detect their greatest challenges.
April 2021
Carbon emission reporting becomes mandatory in Ireland for green food industry players
‘Pathways to Net Zero’ program makes carbon emissions reporting mandatory for Origin Green members
March 2021
Leading fashion brand launches circular denim collection at large scale
The 'Jeans Redesign' project is a milestone in Tommy Hilfiger’s vision to create fully circular fashion products.
March 2021
Business accelerator calls for scaling ocean-focused startups
The Sustainable Ocean Alliance is currently accepting applications for scaling ocean-focused startups.
March 2021
Irish entrepreneur disrupting the market with a simple circular idea
A small business seamlessly translating the circular economy model into a gap-filling solution.
February 2021
How can tech startups benefit from applying ethics?
Innovators can access free to use tech ethics booklet to build resilience and create more value
February 2021
Opportunities in creating a new business as usual
How best can we use the power of innovation and collaboration to create a better economy?
December 2020
First extensive study on Social Investment in Africa reveals financial trends and gaps
The African Venture Philanthropy Alliance launched a high-level report on the state of social investment financing in Africa
November 2020
Berlin-based start-up brings upcoming African brands to the European market
Unlocking the potential of impact-driven African enterprises
November 2020
Greenwashing or force for good? Redifining the role of marketing
Communication strategies can drive positive change and business growth at the same time
November 2020
Fixing nature could be the best strategy for business
Why business leaders should be first in line to reverse biodiversity loss
October 2020
Alliances Could Not Just Save But Revive Social Innovators
Social Economy stakeholders are joining forces to build alliances
September 2020
A new voice to unite and represent Irish social entrepreneurs
Social innovators in Ireland are creating a movement to support and unify social enterprises.
August 2020