Welcome to your monthly dose of optimism and progress in our World! This RegeniThrive report shines a light on the transformative investments, events, and innovations that are actively shaping a more regenerative and equitable world. I’m writing this column to celebrate the solutions driving positive change for humanity and the planet and to inspire others to join the regenerative movement in their own way.
Top Impact Investment Highlights
SEC Approves First U.S. Green Stock Exchange
In a landmark decision, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approved the Green Impact Exchange (GIX), the nation’s first sustainability-focused stock exchange. Set to commence trading in early 2026, GIX aims to provide a dedicated platform for environmentally responsible companies, catalyzing the evolution of sustainable investing in the United States.
Equitane’s Strategic Investments Propel Sustainable Development in Africa
Equitane, under the leadership of Gagan Gupta, has made significant strides in sustainable industrialization across Africa. Notably, the firm acquired a 9.7% stake in the Zanaga Iron Ore Company, aiming to revitalize the Zanaga project in the Republic of Congo. This move is part of Equitane’s broader strategy to enhance local industrial capacity and infrastructure. Additionally, Equitane’s ventures include Spiro, Africa’s leading electric mobility company, and Solen, a solar energy firm operating in multiple African countries.
Key Impact Investing Events
Mission Investing Institute Empowers Philanthropy Professionals
From May 5–7, the Mission Investing Institute convened at the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs in Atlanta.This event provided philanthropy professionals with insights and tools to initiate or enhance their impact investing practices, emphasizing the integration of mission-driven strategies into investment portfolios.
🌍 Latin American Impact Investment Summit Focuses on Climate and Gender
The upcoming Latin American Impact Investment Summit (CLIIQ) in Quito, Ecuador, will address critical themes at the intersection of climate change and gender equity. The summit aims to activate the impact investment community to tackle pressing social and environmental issues in the region.
Thought Leadership & Trends
🔄 Impact Investing as a Tool for System Resilience
Clint Bartlett, Impact Finance Consultant at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School, emphasized the role of impact investing in enhancing system resilience amid global “polycrises.” He advocates for investments that not only yield profits but also contribute to sustainable outcomes, reinforcing the stability of vital human systems.
💡 Next-Generation Investors Driving Impact Investing Growth
A significant wealth transfer, estimated at $84 trillion over the next two decades, is expected to reshape the impact investing landscape. Younger generations, particularly women, are poised to inherit substantial assets, with a growing inclination toward investments that align with social and environmental values.
Policy & Regulatory Developments
EU Proposes Overhaul of Sustainable Finance Regulations
European Union advisers have recommended significant changes to the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), introducing new categories for sustainable financial products. The proposed overhaul aims to enhance transparency and reduce greenwashing by providing clearer definitions and requirements for investment funds.
The Elemental Formula for Regenerative Prosperity
Welcome to the RegeniThrive Impact Investment Report, where we explore transformative initiatives across the elemental spectrum—Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether. Each element represents a facet of our interconnected world, highlighting regenerative solutions that are shaping a sustainable future.
🌍 Earth: Regenerative Agriculture & Soil Health
1. Sunset Farm’s Organic Expansion in Connecticut
Kaitlyn Kimball and Lawrence Passeck expanded Sunset Farm to Milford, establishing the city’s first certified organic farm. Utilizing regenerative practices like composting and cover cropping, they’ve grown their CSA program significantly, contributing to local food security and sustainability.
2. Attune Food Forest in Himachal Pradesh, India
Ankush Rana transformed a four-acre plot into the Attune Food Forest, integrating permaculture principles with local biodiversity. The forest hosts around 2,000 trees and over 350 native species, employing techniques like mulching and composting to enhance soil fertility.
💧 Water: Aquatic Ecosystems & Sustainable Water Management
1. Solar Grazing in Texas
In rural Texas, solar farms are utilizing approximately 3,000 sheep to manage grass between solar panels, a practice known as solar grazing. This method supports both solar energy production and agriculture, benefiting the struggling sheep and wool market.
2. Enhanced Weathering in the U.S. Corn Belt
A large-scale field trial demonstrated that applying crushed basalt to farmland can sequester significant amounts of carbon dioxide while enhancing crop yields. Over four years, maize and soybean yields increased by 12–16%, improving soil fertility and reducing soil acidification.
🔥 Fire: Renewable Energy Solutions
1. Sage Geosystems – Geothermal “Earthen Battery” Technology
Based in Texas, Sage Geosystems is pioneering a geothermal energy storage system known as the “earthen battery.” This technology stores water underground to build pressure, which is then released to generate electricity. In August 2024, Sage Geosystems partnered with Meta to supply 150 megawatts of geothermal energy to its data centers by 2027.
2. Mad Capital’s Perennial Fund II
Mad Capital launched its Perennial Fund II, targeting $50 million to support farmers transitioning to regenerative agriculture practices. Early backing from The Rockefeller Foundation and others aims to address the capital gap in regenerative farming.
🌬️ Air: Atmospheric Health & Climate Resilience
1. Soil Carbon Credit Trading in the UK
Soil carbon credit trading is emerging as a promising approach to support farmers financially while contributing to climate change mitigation. Startups like Agreena help farmers measure, verify, and sell carbon credits, offering an alternative income stream. Stay tuned for my article all about carbon credits, including why they might be just another “green-washing” distraction, coming soon.
2. Cargill’s RegenConnect Program
Cargill’s RegenConnect program has surpassed one million enrolled acres for the 2025 U.S. planting season, supporting farmers in adopting regenerative agriculture practices like low till, no-till, and cover cropping.
✨ Ether: Innovation, Culture & Conscious Capital
1. Wildfarmed’s Regenerative Grain Movement
Andy Cato, former DJ from Groove Armada, successfully transitioned into regenerative farming with his brand Wildfarmed, which has rapidly gained traction through listings in major retailers. Wildfarmed partners with 150 UK farmers who use regenerative techniques, focusing on improving soil health and biodiversity.
2. Kering’s Regenerative Fund for Nature
Kering and Conservation International launched the Regenerative Fund for Nature, aiming to transform 1 million hectares of farms and rangeland in fashion’s supply chains to regenerative agriculture spaces by 2026.
Thank you for joining me on this RegeniThrive journey. I hope this report sparked new inspiration about what’s possible when we align our choices with nature and purpose.
I invite you to follow this series as I continue to share regenerative solutions, emerging innovations, and real-world success stories that are creating ripples of impact around the world.
With purpose and possibility,
“Anna Naturalista”
Regenerative speaker, consultant and founder of RegeniThrive — where wellness is the new wealth.
https://annanaturalista.com/
