Impact
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And we will broadly improve our society and life on our planet.
Food – particularly animal agriculture – is at the center of our climate crisis and therefore is at the center of what we can do to take corrective, bold action.
Food production is the biggest user of land and water, the second largest emitter of GHGs, and employs the largest workforce globally.
We are in a climate emergency.
Replacing industrial animal agriculture with plant-based, cellular agriculture, and novel protein alternatives will have a significant, positive impact on the environment, humanity, and the other species we share the planet with.
Our efforts align with the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations with a universal call to action to help reimagine a better future for everyone by 2030. We support the continued implementation of the Paris Agreement while acknowledging that nations causing the most damage to the planet must be more aggressive with global targets to reduce the severity of our climate crisis.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
We are proud members of the following organizations:
Impact Policy Engagement
Unovis collaborates with aligned organizations, such as the UN PRI, to advance good stewardship of the Earth.
Read our Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) here.
Our core principles focus on a food system that reduces suffering and increases the well-being of all
Human issues include feeding 10 billion people through sustainable food systems, antibiotic resistance, zoonotic diseases, and fair access to nourishment.
Natural world issues include climate change, ocean collapse, biodiversity mass extinction, animal cruelty, and diminishing natural resources.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Changing the world begins with connection
- The interconnectedness of the individual, humanity, and natural world is at the heart of our continuum of learning.
- Engaging with partners, teachers, and organizations from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds is key to creating a food system where all – humans, animals and planet – can truly thrive.
- In order to mitigate the crises our world faces, we need all hands, minds, perspectives on deck.
Our recruitment, culture, deal flow, and portfolio guidance policies have been assessed for DEI best practices, and Unovis has been certified by Diversity VC.
READ OUR DEI STATEMENT
Unvois DEI Statement
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We are all Connected
WE BELIEVE THAT ALL PEOPLE – regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, socio-economic status or any characteristic that is discriminated against – are entitled to the basic rights of respect, inclusion, safe work environments and living (not just surviving), wages. In addition, we believe that non-human beings have a fundamental right to life, and right to the healthy habitats and ecosystems they require to thrive.
Ingenious ideas arise from a diverse mix of experiences, cultures, identities, and abilities. We know that achieving greater diversity, equity and inclusion will enhance our organization and the portfolio companies in which we invest. As a team that champions a sustainable-for-all food system, we prize thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo, including our own. In our mission-based work, we are constantly learning about the interconnectedness of the individual, humanity, nature, and world. We will continue to develop and grow our network of DEI tools, resources and programs – within Unovis, our portfolio companies, and the companies we partner with – to widen the circle of connection.
Diversity is not only vital for a dynamic workplace, but also essential to drive critical thinking and innovation. We believe that work environments should reflect the diversity of society not only because it’s the “just” thing to do but also because it’s just good business.
One commonality of every living being on the planet is that we all need nourishment. To that end, Unovis seeks unique points of view and experiences in our quest to revolutionize an entrenched food industry. Our ongoing engagement with DEI leaders is essential to authentically create and embrace diverse and inclusive work environments.
The Status Quo’s pull is astonishingly powerful, as we know from trying to disrupt the animal agriculture food system. Good intentions are not enough to change centuries of systemic, institutional, cultural racism and bigotry, or the many other biases people face in the United States and worldwide. We’re on a continuum of learning and we strive to influence our portfolio companies to take authentic, actionable steps as well.
Equity is about fair access to opportunity, networks, and resources. The barriers to fair access are as complex and fortified as they are ancient. We will continue to work with organizations to help us identify walls, break them down, and create a variety of ways for all to gather at the table.
Inclusion is about feeling safe and welcome at the table. It is being seen, heard, understood and valued. Inclusion has to do with daily interactions: listening to understand, stepping into another’s shoes, encouraging those who might feel separate to join the conversation and much more. We believe that collaborative curiosity, not preconceived notions, is essential for innovation – and it is essential for inclusion.
Measuring Impact
We know that removing animals from the food equation has a profound, positive impact on our planet.
We are tracking and measuring complex ESG issues to make sure that reducing suffering in one area isn’t creating a different harm somewhere else.
Everything is connected.
We use our metrics for accountability and to inspire best practices for ourselves and our portfolio companies.
Animals
Over 150 billion land animals are slaughtered for food globally every year by the meat, egg and dairy industries.
It is estimated that upwards of 2.7 trillion fish are killed for human consumption every year.
The cruelty inherent in turning an individual life into a hamburger or omelette or dumpling isn’t necessary for a great culinary experience.
“We don’t wake up in the morning thinking “I want to take the bite out of the side of a cow”. We crave satisfaction for our taste buds and our bellies.”
Unovis believes in Win-Win: with just a dash of ingenuity, a sprinkle of food science and stirring in of good old fashioned culinary arts, it’s possible to greatly reduce the horrendous suffering humans have caused and nourish the world in a delicious way.
Unovis DEI Statement
Unvois DEI Statement
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We are all Connected
WE BELIEVE THAT ALL PEOPLE – regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, socio-economic status or any characteristic that is discriminated against – are entitled to the basic rights of respect, inclusion, safe work environments and living (not just surviving), wages. In addition, we believe that non-human beings have a fundamental right to life, and right to the healthy habitats and ecosystems they require to thrive.
Ingenious ideas arise from a diverse mix of experiences, cultures, identities, and abilities. We know that achieving greater diversity, equity and inclusion will enhance our organization and the portfolio companies in which we invest. As a team that champions a sustainable-for-all food system, we prize thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo, including our own. In our mission-based work, we are constantly learning about the interconnectedness of the individual, humanity, nature, and world. We will continue to develop and grow our network of DEI tools, resources and programs – within Unovis, our portfolio companies, and the companies we partner with – to widen the circle of connection.
Diversity is not only vital for a dynamic workplace, but also essential to drive critical thinking and innovation. We believe that work environments should reflect the diversity of society not only because it’s the “just” thing to do but also because it’s just good business.
One commonality of every living being on the planet is that we all need nourishment. To that end, Unovis seeks unique points of view and experiences in our quest to revolutionize an entrenched food industry. Our ongoing engagement with DEI leaders is essential to authentically create and embrace diverse and inclusive work environments.
The Status Quo’s pull is astonishingly powerful, as we know from trying to disrupt the animal agriculture food system. Good intentions are not enough to change centuries of systemic, institutional, cultural racism and bigotry, or the many other biases people face in the United States and worldwide. We’re on a continuum of learning and we strive to influence our portfolio companies to take authentic, actionable steps as well.
Equity is about fair access to opportunity, networks, and resources. The barriers to fair access are as complex and fortified as they are ancient. We will continue to work with organizations to help us identify walls, break them down, and create a variety of ways for all to gather at the table.
Inclusion is about feeling safe and welcome at the table. It is being seen, heard, understood and valued. Inclusion has to do with daily interactions: listening to understand, stepping into another’s shoes, encouraging those who might feel separate to join the conversation and much more. We believe that collaborative curiosity, not preconceived notions, is essential for innovation – and it is essential for inclusion.