Investments can do well
and do good
Responsible investing requires seamless alignment of asset allocation with measurable, positive societal and environmental impact.
Responsible investing isn’t just about good intentions—it’s about measurable outcomes, financial performance, and authentic alignment with your values. At the Impact Evaluation Lab, we help investors cut through the noise with rigorous, third-party evaluations of both established funds and emerging managers positioned to shape the future. IEL's evaluations provide detailed insight into established strategies as well as emerging managers with the greatest promise.
What IEL Provides
Our tools and insights help you:
Assess the authenticity of specific impact strategies
Evaluate and compare funds based on measurable outcomes
Optimize for the impact you care about most
Achieve your financial and mission-aligned goals with confidence
Whether you're deploying capital through direct investments, fund allocations, or advisor-led strategies, IEL’s data-driven assessment methodology gives you the clarity and confidence to act.
Unmatched Authenticity Assessment
We are committed to establishing a new industry standard for assessing the authenticity of impact investment missions. We do so by working with thought leaders, studying methodologies, policies, and execution techniques. In the end, we provide investors with a reliable measure of an asset manager's commitment to creating genuine impact.
Rigorous Impact Measurement
IEL employs a rigorous, consistent methodology to evaluate the impact generated by investment products. We analyze both financial and non-financial outcomes, ensuring a holistic understanding of the effectiveness of a portfolio manager's strategy.
Insights for Informed Decision-Making
Investors need more than just historical data; they need predictive insights. IEL leverages advanced analytics to assess the likelihood of specific investment products and strategies to deliver desired outcomes. By comparing performance against market benchmarks, we empower investors to make informed decisions, aligning their portfolios with their values while achieving desired financial returns.
Transparent Reporting for Stakeholder Confidence
Transparency is the core of our ethos. IEL provides clear and concise reports, breaking down assessment criteria and results for each asset manager and investor. Our analysis ensures that investors, asset managers, and other stakeholders can easily understand and trust the information presented, fostering confidence in the impact investing ecosystem.
Continuous Innovation and Adaptation
The impact investing landscape is dynamic. So are we. IEL is committed to continuous innovation, regularly updating our assessment methodologies to reflect evolving industry standards and best practices. By staying at the forefront of impact measurement, we ensure that our users benefit from the most accurate and relevant insights.
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