A startup’s guide to implementing ESG
‘The furnaces of the world are burning about 2,000,000,000 tons of coal a year. When this is burned, uniting with oxygen, it adds about 7,000,000,000 tons of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere yearly. This tends to make the air a more effective blanket for the earth and to raise its temperature. The effect may be considerable in a few centuries.’ This is a newspaper excerpt from 1912, which warns about the consequences of unchecked growth. Global concern about the survival of future generations and the planet continued to mount until 1987, when the United Nations defined sustainability – "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”
East Ventures launches its annual Sustainability Report 2024
East Ventures, a pioneering and leading sector-agnostic venture capital firm in Indonesia and Southeast Asia, today launched its annual report, East Ventures Sustainability Report 2024. This report demonstrates East Ventures’ continuous efforts and progress in integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks in its operations and across its ecosystem, in generating positive impacts for the betterment of society.
15 key facts about East Ventures
Since its establishment in 2009, East Ventures has become the leading sector-agnostic venture capital firm in Southeast Asia. We are a holistic platform that provides multi-stage investment, from Seed to Growth stage, for over 300 tech startups and companies in Southeast Asia. Our investment comes from diverse sectors, ranging from commerce, Software as a Service (SaaS), fintech, to healthcare and climate tech.
Investing in Southeast Asia’s digital ecosystem: Interview with East Ventures’ Partners
Southeast Asia is resilient in a global tech landscape marked by turbulence, showcasing distinctive strengths amidst adversity. As a pioneering and leading sector-agnostic venture capital (VC) firm, East Ventures remains committed to fostering and investing in Southeast Asia’s digital ecosystem.
East Ventures donates 200 mahogany trees for the Jakarta greening program with the President of the Republic of Indonesia
East Ventures, a pioneering and leading venture capital firm in Indonesia and Southeast Asia, contributed to the "Tree Planting Joint Movement" (in Bahasa: Gerakan Tanam Pohon Bersama) initiated by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia together with the President of the Republic of Indonesia.
Moosa Genetics, an animal genomics and biotechnology startup, announced a new funding led by East Ventures
Moosa Genetics, an animal genomics and biotechnology startup based in Indonesia, announced that the company raised funding led by East Ventures, a pioneering and leading sector-agnostic venture capital firm focusing on Southeast Asia, with the participation from angel investors. This funding will be allocated to build laboratory, team, marketing, and wagyu partnership to fulfill the demand for its customers.
Building a legacy: East Ventures’ vision and commitment to ASEAN’s flourishing future
Amidst global economic challenges, the ASEAN region stands out as a symbol of strength and adaptability. Holding the title of the world's fifth-largest economy, ASEAN boasts impressive numbers: a combined GDP of US$4 trillion, a population of 650 million, over 70 million small and medium-sized businesses, and a potential to grow its economy by US$200 billion. This remarkable growth is powered by its large population, forward-thinking trade policies, and a stable political environment, leading to a rapid increase in the region's overall wealth.
Counting the economic consequences of a warming world
Climate change rapidly alters our world’s economic and social fabric, and Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia, is no exception. Our region faces multifaceted challenges at all levels of society, impacting various sectors, including food security, tourism, and even healthcare.