Conclusion

The 2024 Global Impact Leaders annual survey underscores the imperative of scaling and advancing the impact field, whether through policy-oriented efforts toward the SDGs or impact investing, amidst evolving global challenges. Participants especially emphasized climate solutions, collaborative efforts, and reframing the way we think about impact investing. To move the field forward, responses called for enhancing policy frameworks, including regulations and incentives that align public and private sector motivations and efforts.

The survey responses included carefully thought-out suggestions on the action required to scale and accelerate impact across multiple sectors and SDGs. Respondents argued for fostering public-private partnerships, leveraging government incentives and mandates, advocating for clear and improved policy, implementing systems, and scaling educational initiatives. By addressing these areas, the field can become more capable of navigating shifts in the political climate, actively counter incorrect or negative assumptions, and accelerate progress toward achieving the UN SDGs.