European IP Helpdesk Bulletin / March 2026, Impact investment

For a long time, philanthropy and traditional investing were treated as separate spheres, one driven by the goal of creating social value, the other by financial performance. Combining the two within a single approach, where investments could generate both profit and positive societal impact, was often seen unrealistic. This Bulletin edition explores impact investing from multiple perspectives and examines its connection to intellectual property management, with a particular focus on responsible IP practices such as impact licensing.