HIP Investor confirmed we are a world leader in natural capital
- Met all 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- HIP has rated over 130,000 organizations on sustainability and SDG ratings
“An investment fund finds profit in helping American farmers plant a greener crop.”
Time, April 2022
Our Commitment to Sustainability is Unrivalled
Our Commitment to Sustainability is Unrivalled
Our impact is recognized far and wide
Principles For Responsible Investment (PRI) Signatory
We uphold the PRI’s six principles, supporting a sustainable global financial system that benefits the environment and society
Certified B Corporation’s Best for The World 2016
We’re on the Certified B Corporation’s 2016 Best for the World list
Clean Portfolio Project
The project’s “Clean 15” takes a total portfolio approach to fossil-free investing in integrated climate solutions. We are an investment option in the Real Assets category
Fast Company
Each year, Fast Company recognizes the Most Innovative Companies transforming industries and shaping society. We received this prestigious honor in 2014
IA 50 2015 Manager
Impact Assets annually identifies 50 impact firms to help investors explore their options. We’re proud to have been recognized in 2015
Is Your Goal to Make an Impact or Deliver Returns?
Both – we generate true double bottom-line returns
Sustainable organic farming delivers for investors and the world
- Healthy soils mean greater yields
- Regenerative farming doesn’t use chemicals – reducing input costs
- Being certified USDA Organic, Salmon-Safe and other standards leads to premium pricing and higher rents
Don’t Just Take our Word for It
A USDA-funded study confirmed both our financial gains and positive impact.
*Unrealized only, as of December 31, 2020 Data from USDA $250K grant to determine the Ecosystem Service Value of our farmland management pratices. Link: FLP USDA Grant Report
Read the full Organic and Regenerative Agriculture Study here
what we do
Convert land to USDA Organic certified farms – the gold standard in organic farming
Improve soil health with multi-year crop rotations
Reduce the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides
Install solar arrays to provide clean electricity
Build a supportive environment for wildlife – increasing pollination and reducing water pollution
Minimize water use through precision irrigation
we deliver true double bottom-line returns
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net post-tax return as of 12/31/2023 for Fund I
tons of emissionsavoided
pounds of pesticides avoided
pounds of synthetic nitrogen avoided
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more jobs per acre in local communities
Our efforts have helped keep CO2 emissions out of the atmosphere the equivalent of:
Vehicle Driving
miles
Gasoline Consumed
gallons
Coal Burned
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Oil Consumed
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