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How can businesses create sustainable business models? How can we, as consumers, recycle and reuse products to be sustainable? The #CircularEconomy is all about responsibility in the way we produce, consume, and care for the environment. The change starts within! Source: Ellen MacArthur Foundation

How can I connect with like-minded individuals? What can I do to prepare for my next job interview? Check out our Job Search Tools and Tips to be ready for your next adventure in #SocialImpact: https://www.netimpact.org/careers/job-search-tools-and-tips

It's almost time Welcome to our fifth and last virtual event of the year: "From Farmers Markets to Carbon Markets: What is the future of zero carbon agriculture?". Our panelists, Mark Heckman, an Iowa farmer, Cintia Ribeiro (Bayer Crop Science), and Michelle Lancaster (Microsoft) will talk about the latest developments in sustainable agriculture and the role that farmers are playing in the fight against the climate crisis. The event will be moderated by Logan Yonavjak, Co-F...ounder and Managing Director of Provenance Capital Group. See you soon! Book your spot here: https://www.netimpact.org/zero-carbon-agriculture

Take your #ReadingList to the next level and read up on how to change the future. "Forget Mars: Circular Economy, The Next Big Opportunity" looks at how we can change the way we live. Buying, manufacturing, selling, and marketing can shift for the benefit of our world. Get inspired by our recommended reads on the #CircularEconomy: https://www.netimpact.org/blog/circular-economy-books

Mark Heckman, a carbon crop farmer in Iowa, is joining us for our next Reimagining Capitalism event on Nov 12th. Together with Cintia Ribeiro, Digital Business Insights Lead from Bayer Crop Science and Michelle Lancaster, Director, Sustainability Engagement and Partnerships from Microsoft, we'll discuss zero-carbon agriculture, a climate-smart business model designed to reward farmers for capturing carbon in the soil. Please join us November 12th (Thursday) at 11AM PDT Save your seat now! https://bit.ly/2G3QtHm

Meet Kristin Hull, CEO & Founder of Nia Global Solutions! Her company is looking for some key skills in candidates, among which: Flexibility Critical thinking Good communication skills... Watch the video "The Path from Nonprofit to Impact Investing" and discover other important qualifications that are important when getting into this emerging industry. Which ones do you have? https://vimeo.com/204234913

In 2019 the majority of #ImpactInvestors reported that the progress of their project was in line with their expectations. Let's see what 2020 brings for them! Source: US SIF: The Forum for Sustainable and Responsible Investment

Farmers are major stakeholders in battling climate change, but their efforts continue to be undermined by natural disasters. But there's hope in a new business model that rewards farmers for capturing carbon, before it's released into the atmosphere. In our next session, "From Farmers Markets to Carbon Markets: What is the future of zero carbon agriculture?" we'll discuss the viability of carbon markets as well as the collaboration and reimagination it will take for these... new models to succeed. A HUGE shout-out to Bayer Crop Science for helping us put this event together. Will you join us? Learn more about our event and register here -https://www.netimpact.org/zero-carbon-agriculture.

What is a #CircularEconomy? How can we be #changemakers for our environment and society? We'll be diving into how businesses and organizations can make these systematic changes. Stay turned to our page for more facts!

Ever wondered how you can get involved with #ImpactInvesting? Listen to Net Impact's CEO Peter Lupoff as he discusses conscious choices you can take to ensure that your personal savings are serving the purpose that is aligned with your social and environmental stances. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COtIn6l0yGk

Understanding your options is a crucial part of your #ImpactInvesting job search. Impact investment funds, national development finance institutions, and foundations are only the tip of the iceberg. Want to learn more about your options in this field? Check out our step-by-step guide to land a job in the #ImpactInvesting sector: https://www.netimpact.org//5-steps-to-starting-a-job-searc

Building your #network is an essential part of starting a job in any industry. It's especially true for #ImpactInvesting as we are now understanding the power of this field in our society. Check our 5-step guide to starting a career in Impact Investing to find out.... https://www.netimpact.org//5-steps-to-starting-a-job-searc See more

Tired of filtering through hundreds of jobs that don't align with your desire to be in a social impact career? We are here to help! Check out our job board and find the latest openings at purpose-driven companies from across the country: https://www.netimpact.org/jobs

The last Reimagining Capitalism virtual event of 2020 is here. Thank you for your support! Since launching in July, our virtual event series has registered more than 3000+ ! So, what's next? Join us November 12th for "From Farmers Markets to Carbon Markets: What is the future of zero carbon agriculture?" Info & Registration https://bit.ly/2G3QtHm

Agriculture sits at a crossroads as a global climate crisis looms. Farmers around the world are addressing this challenge head-on by incorporating sustainable practices to keep carbon in the soil. @BayerCropScience believes it’s time to reexamine how farmers are compensated for their innovation and the crucial role they play in promoting a carbon-zero future for agriculture. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOoq6p9S9w4

Looking for ways to fight for social and environmental improvements but don't know where to start? #NIChapters are local communities of changemakers who want to have a lasting impact. Find a chapter near you or start your own. Learn more here: https://www.netimpact.org/chapters/search

One of our Net Impact Black Professional Chapter Founders, Stefanie Thomas, is helping to address systematic racism with Kesha Cash and the Impact America Fund! $55 million will go towards investing in companies looking to disrupt systemic issues. https://techcrunch.com//impact-america-fund-closes-55m-to/