London-based emerging markets investment management firm Spinnaker Capital has taken a significant stride into the realm of environmental initiatives. In a strategic move announced last year, the company invested in carbon finance innovator Respira International alongside Capricorn Investment Group, an existing investor.
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This strategic investment aligns with Spinnaker Capital's dedication to environmental causes and strategically positions Respira in key emerging markets, notably Brazil, where Spinnaker Capital holds a physical presence. The move is seen as a capitalisation on a market opportunity, enhancing Respira's access to these vital regions.
Crucially, the investment injects additional funds into Respira, empowering its capacity to onboard major corporations and financial institutions. By combining Spinnaker Capital’s financial expertise with Respira’s innovative carbon finance strategies, the partnership foresees future collaboration and expanded market opportunities.
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Respira, with its unique offtake and profit-sharing model, reinvests in project stakeholders. Through high-quality carbon credits, it aids corporations and financial institutions in mitigating their environmental impact, directing private capital into environmental solutions. Alexis Habib, Spinnaker Capital’s founding principal, highlighted the positive environmental and community impacts, particularly in emerging markets.
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Ana Haurie, Respira’s co-founder and CEO, emphasised the vital role of scaling the carbon credit market in achieving global net-zero ambitions. The investment from Spinnaker Capital is anticipated to empower Respira to reach more corporate institutions, enabling the deployment of rapid and scalable solutions in the efforts for nature conservation.
Expediting the journey towards net-zero objectives demands collective efforts from individuals, organisations, and governments. Vital strides can be made by endorsing and investing in nature-based initiatives, such as those developed by DGB Group. Redirecting resources, amplifying awareness, and enacting policies that nurture these solutions will unlock their utmost efficacy in tackling the challenges of biodiversity loss.
These projects, in addition to being instrumental in achieving net-zero targets, play a pivotal role in shaping a sustainable and inclusive future. Embracing nature-based initiatives is a pathway to restoring ecosystems, safeguarding biodiversity, and enhancing the overall wellbeing of both humanity and the planet.
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