At Campo Capital, we are firmly convinced that rural development is crucial for both economic growth and social wellbeing. Our primary objective is to allocate capital into rural areas in South America, a mission we have successfully pursued for over 13 years. Our projects have provided work for hundreds of people in remote areas of Colombia and Peru. As well as improving and investing in the living conditions of local communities, our work positively impacts both the environment and the economy of the regions we work in.
We specialise in the development of agroforestry, forestry, and environmental projects, alongside offering consulting services in these sectors, generating significant environmental and social impacts aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of Colombia.
In previous years, the Colombian government has included Campo Capital on its list of companies contributing to the achievement of the SDGs in the country, an accolade we are very proud of. Through our investment management strategies and operations we contribute to rural areas and promote climate change mitigation.
In addition to our investment management endeavours, we focus on structuring and executing greenfield projects aimed at delivering substantial environmental and social benefits, in harmony with the SDGs. Through our initiatives, we have efficiently reforested over 11,000 hectares, preserved biodiversity, and improved the quality of life for workers and local communities.
We work with a diverse range of clients at Campo Capital. Our clients include international and local entities such as the Global Green Growth Institute, the International Climate Fund, Mirova Capital, Finagro, the Growth Institute, IICA, Corpocampo NGO and Total Energy, among others. We also collaborate with governmental entities like the British embassy and private companies in the agricultural sector.
Making an impact
Both Campo Capital and its Impact Fund are deeply committed to the achievement of SDGs and we have guided our impact policies towards this target. All of the projects managed by Campo Capital and sourced in the fund’s pipeline are evaluated not only from an economic scope, but also thoroughly from a social and environmental perspective.
From an economic point of view, we aim to help regions with their financial development. For example, our flagship project is called Sustainable Agroforestry in the Orinoquia, which is an area in central Colombia of approximately 7,500 hectares. Our aim was to help with the region’s economic development by commercialising products derived from cocoa and annatto, while also contributing to the environment through reforestation and helping to improve the living conditions of the local communities.
Investing in sustainable practices is essential and its importance cannot be overstated
From an environmental scope, we set important targets and indicators for each project. These include taking into account soil conditions, species to be included in order to increase biodiversity, overall carbon sequestration potential from the project’s different activities, total area impacted by reforestation and restoration activities, and many more.
These indicators are periodically measured to make sure each project advances positively and is aligned with our strategy and objectives. At a time of vast and concerning environmental change, investing in sustainable practices is essential and its importance cannot be overstated.
From a social standpoint, our projects have provided and continue to present stable employment opportunities for rural communities that have historically experienced limited or precarious working conditions. We see this as a vital part of making a positive social and economic contribution to each region. Additionally, we consistently pursue certifications, such as FSC, to validate our commitment to social practices concerning our employees and the local communities.
The next steps for Campo Capital
Campo Capital is positioned to expand its portfolio of operational projects and impact projects that not only offer economic returns but also have social and environmental impacts. We aim to collaborate with large companies interested in contributing to SDGs.
The fund is set to close by 2025, with plans to begin investing in forestry, agroforestry, and environmental projects. Additionally, we intend to continue expanding our portfolio through consultancies to gain further insights into our areas of operation. Looking ahead, Campo Capital is currently innovating and developing a technological package focused on native species of the Amazon. This novel endeavour underscores our commitment to strengthening our knowledge base and replicating our success in this field.
