It's time for more Australian fund managers to invest in social outcomes

Rise of impact investing in Australia shows there is an increased appetite for aligning assets with values

]It's an idea whose time has come. Around the world, the impact investing movement is coming of age, and it is getting increased attention in Australia.

The movement encompasses investors such as superannuation funds, banks, fund managers, foundations and governments, all seeking financial returns while using capital to solve pressing social and/or environmental issues. This could be in areas such as affordable housing, healthcare and renewable energy. And it's also capturing the imaginations and hearts of those looking for ways to align their assets with their values.

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