Beyond Silos: Unlocking Systemic Impact through Integrated Approaches

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35th IFB Zurich

A holistic approach means taking a comprehensive, big-picture perspective that considers all aspects of a system or project, rather than focusing on individual parts in isolation. It emphasises interconnectedness, sustainability, and long-term impact.

By approaching challenges holistically, we can achieve more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable outcomes — benefiting not only directly impacted communities, but also broader social, economic, and environmental ecosystems.

During this Impact for Breakfast session, we will explore how holistic planning and action can lead to better outcomes for people, planet, and economy. We will discuss how a broader perspective on impact can unlock transformative and lasting change, drawing from real-world examples such as:

• ISD Foundation’s work in Namibia
• The Rocket Foundation’s “Reforesting Baran” project in India

We will also examine how projects like these — and their investors — can benefit from the FAST-Infra Label, which aims to mainstream sustainable infrastructure as a liquid asset class by:

• Standardising market criteria
• Facilitating informed investment decisions

Event Details
Date: 15 April 2025
Time: 09:00 – 11:00
Venue: responsAbility, Zollstrasse 17, 8005 Zürich

Speakers

• Morgane Huchet – Business Development Lead, Global Infrastructure Basel (GIB) Foundation
• Ben Mansfield – CEO, ISD Foundation
• Hannes Zander – Head of Research & Project Manager, ISD Foundation
• Rebecca Berlinger – Co-Founder & COO, The Rocket Foundation

Join us for an insightful and engaging session that will inspire you to take a broader, more connected approach to impact investing.

This session is for anyone curious about how to invest with greater, more sustainable impact.

ISD Foundation
ISD builds resilient neighbourhoods in under-resourced areas. Their holistic approach to land development fosters strong socio-environmental networks, enabling healthy and prosperous livelihoods. Instead of working in silos, ISD promotes synergies between funders, investors, planning and implementation partners, local governments and communities, fostering collaboration, shared learning, and greater impact.

The Rocket Foundation
The Rocket Foundation builds community resilience through holistic development approaches that address the needs of climate, nature, and people. Their Reforesting Baran project in India delivers long-term environmental, economic and social benefits, creating regenerative systems designed to thrive into the future.

FAST-Infra Label
The FAST-Infra Label was developed by a multi-stakeholder group led by the Global Infrastructure Facility (GIF) and Macquarie Group, with support from HSBC, OECD, IFC, and the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI). Global Infrastructure Basel (GIB) Foundation serves as the Secretariat, with Bloomberg L.P. as the official Data Repository. The Label aims to transform sustainable infrastructure into a mainstream, investable asset class.