Explore the standards, disclosures, and research tools that support our work in sustainable finance, energy transition, and climate risk
The Problem
The world is facing an urgent challenge: businesses are struggling to balance profitability with sustainability amidst rising demands for climate action and social responsibility. Traditional investment models often fail to address complex issues like decarbonization and sustainable resource management, leaving enterprises vulnerable. Investors need innovative approaches that integrate financial returns with meaningful social impact.
The world is undergoing a rapid transformation where climate change, resource depletion, and socioeconomic inequalities are creating unprecedented challenges for businesses and investors alike. Traditional investment models no longer suffice in addressing the complex and interdependent issues of our time, such as decarbonization, sustainable resource management, and environmental conservation. Despite increasing interest in impact investments, many investors still face difficulties in aligning profitability with social responsibility. The growing demand for resilient enterprises that balance financial returns with environmental impact is met with complex regulatory frameworks, a lack of structured sustainable finance models, and insufficient risk management strategies. Furthermore, the sophistication required in modern investment design—integrating a theory of change into the business model—is often lacking, leaving enterprises vulnerable to long-term sustainability risks.
The Solution
Austvent Limited offers a sophisticated approach to impact investing that goes beyond the typical venture capital model. By integrating a theory of change into every investment strategy, we help create resilient enterprises that align profitability with sustainability goals. Our focus on business development ensures investors can navigate regulatory complexities while delivering high-impact, financially viable solutions for the long term.
- Austvent Limited provides a sophisticated approach to impact investment that goes beyond traditional venture capital models, focusing on long-term business development strategies. By integrating a theory of change into the core of investment decisions, we help investors create resilient, game-changing enterprises that deliver both high social impact and sustainable profitability. Our unique approach combines in-depth knowledge of sustainable finance, energy transition, nature-positive investments, and climate change mitigation to develop structured financial solutions that not only meet current regulatory requirements but also anticipate future shifts in the global market.
- Through strategic planning and the use of blended finance models, Austvent helps organizations align their operations with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while maintaining financial resilience. Our aim is to create enterprises that are not only profitable but also socially responsible, ensuring that they can withstand market disruptions, regulatory changes, and environmental risks. Profitability is key to resilience, and resilience leads to sustainability—this philosophy underpins all of our services, from carbon credit advisory to energy transition project development. By working with Austvent, investors gain access to a trusted partner that ensures their capital works for both profit and purpose, creating lasting, measurable change in the world.
Standards & Disclosures
Supports Austvent clients with climate-related financial disclosure compliance and risk governance.
Website URL : https://www.fsb-tcfd.org/

Provides standardized ESG reporting structures essential for sustainable finance planning.
Website URL : https://www.futuresinc.jp/en/home/

Enables emissions transparency and corporate environmental performance tracking for clients.
Website URL : https://www.cdp.net/en

Guides ESG integration into investment decision-making and fiduciary duty compliance.
Website URL : https://www.unpri.org/

Supports nature-related risk disclosure and aligns with Austvent’s biodiversity finance focus.
Website URL : https://tnfd.global/
Global Tools for Climate Mitigation

Frameworks and benchmarks for impact investing; informs Austvents theory of change approach.
Website URL : https://thegiin.org/

Guides clients on setting emission reduction targets aligned with 1.5°C pathways.
Website URL : https://sciencebasedtargets.org/

Informs public-private finance strategies and sustainable finance policy development.
Website URL : https://www.oecd.org/cgfi/

The Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) develops sustainability accounting standards.
Website URL : https://sasb.ifrs.org/standards/

The Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) provides information to investors about what companies are doing to mitigate the risks of climate change, as well as be transparent about the way in which they are governed.
Website URL : https://www.fsb-tcfd.org/

Impact Reporting & Investment Standards
External Specialist

Data and insights for land use, emissions tracking, and climate-smart project design.
Website URL : https://www.wri.org/

Energy transition modeling, renewable adoption pathways, and market intelligence.
Website URL : https://www.irena.org/

Energy transition modeling, renewable adoption pathways, and market intelligence.
Website URL : https://rmi.org/our-work/global-energy-transitions/energy-transition-academy/

Global energy data, policy scenarios, and clean technology tracking.
Website URL : https://www.iea.org/topics/energy-transition

Supports climate finance tracking, project valuation, and policy impact assessments.
Website URL : https://www.climatepolicyinitiative.org/

Helps clients build resilience into infrastructure and supply chains.
Website URL : https://resiliencerisingglobal.org/

Provides ESG risk ratings and benchmarks for sustainable investment screening.
Website URL : https://www.msci.com/our-solutions/esg-investing
Nature-Positive Investment Platforms

Used for incorporating latest research and frameworks on nature-positive investment and biodiversity restoration.
Website URL : https://naturepositive.web.ox.ac.uk/

Provides models and case studies for structuring catalytic finance into climate projects.
Website URL : https://www.blendedfinance.earth/

Offers tools to integrate natural capital into financial decision-making frameworks.
Website URL : https://www.naturalcapital.finance/

Senior Advisor that is well-aligned, has accessible frameworks and international relevance.

Senor Advisory and a recognized climate standards and knowledge partner.

Public-private partnerships
External Specialist
Website URL : https://socialfinance.org/
Leveraging AI for Positive Outcomes
AI is revolutionizing sustainable finance, allowing us to predict climate risks and optimize investments for maximum environmental impact. Austvent uses AI to ensure your investments create both financial returns and positive change for the planet.
Building Shared Prosperity
The future of finance is about creating shared prosperity, where both profits and communities thrive. Austvent helps you develop sustainable investment strategies that ensure financial success while fostering social impact.
Science – Based Target and Sustainable Finance
Setting science-based targets is crucial for staying competitive in a greener economy. Austvent ensures investments align with these these goals, driving environmental impact and financial growth.
Attracting Investors, Start-Ups, and Employees
Sustainability is the future, and businesses that prioritize environmental impact attract the best talent and investors. Austvent supports you become a leader in sustainability in your industry, creating opportunities for long-term success.
Case Studies
🌍 Climate Disclosure Readiness Checklist
Purpose: Helps clients prepare their internal governance, data, and strategy for alignment with global ESG disclosure frameworks.
- Board-level climate governance roles
- Climate risk & opportunity definition
- Emissions data tracking (Scope 1–3)
- Scenario analysis (1.5°C and 2°C)


