The role of private equity in social and sustainable development

This report explores the role private equity and venture capital providers can play in social and sustainable development. The research was used by the British Venture Capital Association (BVCA) to provide a detailed analysis of the current state of engagement and inform their thinking.

The research gives an overview of current trends and engagement as well as highlighting future opportunities in: Private Equity; Corporate Responsibility; Mainstream Private Equity; Specialist Private Equity; Social Investment; High Engagement and Venture Philanthropy

Social finance & ventures

Posted on: 30 March 2008

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