Our goal: to meet the most discerning requirements.

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Environmental and social guidelines

Environmental protection, the sustainable use of natural resources and compliance with internationally recognized social standards are the basis for economic and social development. We consider it our social responsibility to support sustainable development. 

ESG + Impact

Today, impact investing is regarded as the ideal combination of attractive returns and positive contributions to sustainable goals or themes – particularly when based on sound professional advice. 

The consideration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects forms an integral part of a responsible investment approach. It helps identify and manage risks while supporting sustainable business practices. 

In its advisory activities, DEG Impact GmbH follows the sustainability requirements and exclusion criteria of its parent company, DEG – Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH. These standards aim to avoid and mitigate environmental and social risks and to promote responsible corporate conduct. 

DEG’s Impact Measurement Tool (DERa®) is applied in DEG Impact projects to assess development effects and to support responsible implementation in developing and emerging markets.
Aspects such as good and fair employment, market and sector development, and environmentally sustainable economic activity are taken into account, with the objective of creating benefits for local communities. 

DERa® – Measuring effectiveness

Our work entails making a sustainable contribution to raising environmental and social awareness in our partner countries.

Here you can find more information on the DEG Environmental and Social Guidelines, the Regulation (EU) 2019/2088 on sustainability-related disclosures in the financial services sector and DEG Impact GmbH’s ESG Strategy.

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