We recognise founders are faced with a mountain of priorities that can sometimes force ESG and impact down the priority list.

We get it. So, we’ve developed this toolkit to help you along the way. We have taken a wealth of information available on this topic and simplified it. Our goal is to help you build a sustainable business.

Prioritizing ESG and impact can benefit your startup in several ways. It can attract a loyal customer base, increase your chances of securing funding, and drive innovation within your company. By demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, you can build a strong, long-lasting brand and improve your bottom line. In short, we believe that ESG and impact can be a tool to increase your probability of success.

The toolkit works in tandem with your Antler coaches, aiming to:

  1. Increase awareness: Enhance your understanding of how ESG and impact can contribute to your business's success.
  2. Provide guidance: Offer tailored advice and recommendations suitable for your company's growth stage.
  3. Offer tools: Supply practical tools and resources to facilitate the implementation of ESG and impact initiatives.

How do I navigate the toolkit?

The toolkit is organized into sections, each designed to address different aspects of sustainability integration:

General section

A market backdrop and how to develop the beginnings of a sustainability journey for a startup.

  1. Sustainability’s value for startups: Explains the sustainability agenda’s relevance for startups and the benefit for founders.
  2. From understanding to action: Guides through identifying priority areas, setting goals, and drafting your first sustainability statement or policy.
  3. Recommendations at a glance: Offers a concise overview of sustainability considerations and metrics by company growth stage, validated by VC ESG communities.

Operational sections

Covers five key business areas likely to be influenced by ESG considerations.