Change finance for good
What is Altiorem?
Altiorem is a not-for-profit (community-built) library and resource centre that curates and summarises research and educational content on topics like responsible investing, biodiversity and nature investing, corporate culture, and human rights. There are many barriers to making finance a force for good. Relevant and high-quality information shouldn’t be one of them.
Our mission
To support current and future advocates in building the case to advance sustainable finance and implement the changes needed to make it a reality.
"Financing the transition to a net-zero world is the greatest commercial opportunity of our time." - Mark Carney, former Governor of the Bank of England and UN Special Envoy on Climate Action and Finance
Helping the finance sector
Altiorem includes organisations of impact, summaries of reports they publish, tools, and volunteer-produced resources on sustainable finance. Members can access credible insights from research faster by prompting our AI chatbot, giving them more time to develop strategies for change.
Research summaries
882
Organisations
445
Expert guides
3
Articles
37
Volunteers
157
Members
2,437
LinkedIn followers
2,345
Toolboxes
1
Online tools/databases
20
Our library
How to use and get the most out of Altiorem.
Our community
Member focused, volunteer driven, expertly curated.
Our impact
Growing library, growing community, growing impact.
Recently published
Using the OODA loop for strategic leadership and company engagement
As the global demand for climate action rises, financial institutions and professionals are navigating a new paradigm. Stakeholders need to be thinking strategically to navigate these complexities with precision and agility, adopting best-in-class strategic models to facilitate decision-making for a more sustainable future.
Making avoided emissions count: Unpacking the legitimacy of Scope 4 in emissions accounting
This is a summary of “Making things (that don’t exist) count: A study of Scope 4 emissions accounting claims” published in Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal. It investigates the concept of Scope 4 emissions as avoided emissions, highlights inconsistencies in Scope 4 reporting claims and cautions against greenwashing.
Improving governance on nature-related risks and opportunities
This brief highlights how biodiversity loss poses risks to businesses and urges company directors to integrate nature considerations into strategic planning. It assesses companies' practices using the World Benchmarking Alliance's Nature Benchmark and provides key insights for directors to manage nature-related risks and opportunities, enhancing corporate resilience in a nature-positive transition.
Community forest governance and synergies among carbon, biodiversity and livelihoods
The report examines the relationships between carbon sequestration, biodiversity, and livelihoods in tropical forest commons. It highlights the importance of local governance, particularly community management and rule-making, in achieving synergies among these benefits. The study identifies trade-offs and co-benefits across five distinct forest clusters, emphasising that effective governance plays a key role in fostering multifunctional forest landscapes.
Green investing and political behavior
This study examines whether green investing reduces political support for climate regulation. Using a pre-registered experiment involving a real referendum in Switzerland, the findings suggest that climate-conscious investments do not erode support for climate policies. The study provides evidence that sustainable investing and political engagement are complementary, not substitutes.
World Bioeconomy Forum
World Bioeconomy Forum (WBF) is dedicated to advancing the bioeconomy, focusing on sustainable development through the use of renewable biological resources. It connects experts, policymakers, and businesses to foster innovation and collaboration. WBF promotes initiatives that enhance resource efficiency and environmental sustainability, driving the transition to a circular bioeconomy.
Insurance Council of Australia
Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) represents the general insurance industry, advocating for industry interests and promoting best practices. It provides resources on insurance regulations, policies, and consumer protection. ICA supports resilience and preparedness in response to natural disasters, ensuring accessible and transparent insurance solutions for Australians.
Nature Finance
NatureFinance focuses on advancing sustainable finance to address global environmental challenges, particularly biodiversity loss and climate change. It promotes innovative financial tools, policies, and partnerships that align financial systems with nature-positive outcomes.
Things to learn
Explore Research Summaries that outline the benefits of sustainable finance and provides evidence or knowledge towards the importance of sustainable finance.
Actions to take
Explore Research Summaries that include action steps, How To’s, best practice, or explicit ways to implement sustainability in finance.
Sustainable Development Goals
Zero Hunger
End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
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Quality Education
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
04
Clean Water and Sanitation
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
06
Affordable and Clean Energy
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
07
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
08
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
09
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
11
Life Below Water
Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development
14
Life on Land
Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage
forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
15
Peace and Justice Strong Institutions
Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
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Partnerships to Achieve the Goal
Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development
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Weekly recommendations
Nature investor toolkit: Understanding nature-related risks and opportunities and supporting investors to assess, engage and take action
The toolkit helps investors identify, assess, and manage nature-related risks and opportunities in their portfolios. It provides guidance on how to engage with stakeholders, evaluate investment impacts on nature, and explore emerging tools for nature-positive outcomes. The toolkit also highlights strategies to mitigate risks and seize nature-related investment opportunities.
Aligning corporate value chains to global climate goals
This discussion paper explores the importance of scope 3 emissions in corporate climate targets. It discusses challenges in current scope 3 target-setting practices, potential solutions, and strategies for decarbonising value chains. The report aims to enhance corporate climate action, aligning businesses with global climate goals while promoting stakeholder engagement for future standards.
Equity lens toolkit for venture capital investors: Mitigating gender bias within investment processes
The toolkit provides practical tools to help VCs and investors identify and mitigate gender bias in their investment processes. It equips them with strategies to uncover overlooked opportunities and promote inclusive practices, particularly for women founders in the Asia-Pacific region, ultimately fostering a more diverse and equitable investment landscape.
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