Dealroom – The State of Impact, 2024

Dealroom's "The State of Impact, 2024" report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global impact-oriented startup ecosystem, venture capital landscape, and climate tech trends. The report highlights a concerning decline in venture capital investments into impact startups, with a projected 28% drop in 2024 compared to the previous year. This decline is notably steeper than the general global VC capital decrease of 4% during the same period. The study emphasizes that none of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are on track to be achieved by 2030, underscoring the urgency for increased investment in impact-driven initiatives. Additionally, the report examines regional trends, noting that Europe leads with 28% of investment going to impact startups, followed closely by the United States. The analysis also explores the challenges and opportunities within the impact sector, including the need for innovative financing mechanisms and supportive regulatory frameworks to foster growth and address pressing global challenges.