In this video founder Piet Sprengers tells about the origin of the association. Current director Angélique Laskewitz and loyal members further elaborate on our impact over the past 25 years and VBDO’s current importance.
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VBDO supports CSR platform call to Minister Schreinemacher
The European Commission recently published a proposal for rules for sustainable and responsible business in global supply chains. The proposal includes a due diligence obligation for companies and a promise that governments will monitor compliance with the rules. However, according […]
Read moreDe VBDO welcomes Fair Wear, Reward Value and VGZ as new members
In the past six months, six organisations have applied for membership of the VBDO. In addition to Phenix Capital, Trillium and ClientEarth, the Fair Wear Foundation, Reward Value Foundation and VGZ may also call themselves members of our association from […]
Read moreVBDO welcomes newest members ClientEarth and FAIRR Initiative
On behalf of the VBDO, executive director Angélique Laskewitz welcomes our newest members ClientEarth and FAIRR Initiative. ClientEarth “ClientEarth is one of the world’s most ambitious environmental organisations. We work in partnership across borders, systems and sectors, using the law […]
Read moreVBDO welcomes newest members Phenix Capital & Trillium Asset Management
On behalf of the VBDO, Executive Director Angélique Laskewitz welcomes our newest members, Phenix Capital Group and Trillium Asset Management. Phenix Capital Group “Phenix Capital Group is a leading impact investment specialist firm with the mission to catalyze institutional capital […]
Read moreWorkshop: How to invest sustainable
NB. This workshop is in Dutch. It’s organized by the VBDO in collaboration with Triodos Bank as part of the Sustainable Weekend in Utrecht. Investing is the new saving. But how do you start investing? And how do you ensure […]
Sign upAngélique Laskewitz new chair of the Supervisory Board of IUCN NL
VBDO’s executive director Angélique Laskewitz has today, with the consent of the Dutch IUCN members, been appointed as a member and the new chair of the Supervisory Board of IUCN NL. Starting April 15, she will take over the duties […]
VBDO platform meeting
NB. This is a member only event, the event is in Dutch We cordially invite our members to the VBDO platform meeting on Thursday 10 December. Program Welcome & state of affairs | Angélique Laskewitz, VBDO 5 years of SRJS […]
VBDO Highlights 2020 & Best Wishes for 2021
No one will ever forget this year. We are very grateful for the many opportunities we have had in a time that as been so difficult for so many people. Our team has proven that we also stay close to […]
Read moreVBDO launches awareness campaign sustainable insurance for consumers
Today the national campaign “Insure your world” started by the Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO), supported by the Dutch Association of Insurers. Increasingly the Dutch take sustainability into account regarding their purchasing behavior, but still, few see the link between […]
Read moreA warm welcome to our newest member
The entire VBDO team would like to thank World Animal Protection (WAP) for its support and extends a warm welcome. We are very happy with their membership and look forward to a sustainable cooperation! WAP protects animals worldwide. Wild animals, […]
Read moreVBDO celebrates 25 years of sustainability
Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you! Today she is celebrating her silver anniversary and has already accomplished more than most in a lifetime. As a strong, independent association, we have been committed to a more sustainable and responsible […]
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