Impact investing has seen increased interest from both individuals and corporations alike in the United Kingdom. Startups in this space have found creative and innovative ways to ensure investments don’t just provide financial returns but also contribute positively to society or the environment. Today, we take a look at eleven startups located within England who were established in 2020 or later and are making waves in the impact investing industry.
The surge in financial technology (FinTech) has played a pivotal role in making impact investing more accessible and prevalent. Platforms have materialized that make it uncomplicated for everyday investors to channel their funds into causes and projects targeted towards accomplishing particular social and environmental outcomes.
With headquarters located all over England, these startups represent a shift in not only how people invest but also in how they think about investment. Let’s take a moment to shine a spotlight on these young, innovative companies propelling impact investing forward.
IXily
Focusing on Financial Services, FinTech, Impact Investing, and Trading Platform, IXily is based in London. Connect with them on their official pages: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn.
Solex
Solex, another London-based startup, operates in the Impact Investing and Market Research industry. Visit their social media platforms on Facebook and LinkedIn for updates.
Foster Capital Partners
Foster Capital Partners create win-win situations for all stakeholders by facilitating the deployment and allocation of capital into meaningful investments and projects. Their LinkedIn page can be accessed here.
Lightning Reach
Founded by Ren Hooi, Lightning Reach helps people in financial hardship to receive super-fast support and recover from shocks. The company’s Twitter and LinkedIn pages provide the latest news and updates.
Founded by Antoine Argouges, Tulipshare is an activist investor platform combining the power of crowdfunding and shareholder rights. Connect with them across various platforms: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn.
Kistos
Kistos is an Energy, Impact Investing, Oil and Gas startup focusing on offshore & onshore hydrocarbon production, energy storage, and regeneration. Stay updated on their progress via their Twitter and LinkedIn pages.
Stellar Fusion
Stellar Fusion is founded by Aneek Haq, Charlie Mortimer, and Daniel Orio. The startup is the only fundamental investing platform built for everyone. Get updates and news from their Twitter and LinkedIn platforms.
Serendipity App
Founded by Jonathan Frank and Jorge Higueras, Serendipity App is a donation platform for a new generation of donors. Visit their social media pages for more details: Facebook, LinkedIn.
GreenGrowth
Founded by Chris Webb, GreenGrowth promotes Fintech, Impact Investing, and Sustainability. More about them can be discovered on their official LinkedIn page.
Kavedon Kapital
Kavedon Kapital, founded by Markus Milsted, is an Impact Investing Venture Capital based in London. Stay informed about their progress via their official Twitter and LinkedIn pages.
Spex Capital
Founded by Claudio D’Angelo, Spex Capital is a digital health and med-tech investment management firm specialised in supporting and investing in early-stage digital health companies. Connect with them on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Among these startups, the passion to support social and environmental causes through financial investment is evident. They exemplify the trend towards intentional, impact-driven investment, reshaping the way we think about finance and business. By propelling impact investing forward, these companies are proving that doing well financially and doing good for the world are not mutually exclusive endeavours.