Social Entrepreneurs

Acting like traditional do-gooders but talking like chief executives, social entrepreneurs are bringing energy, business acumen and new ideas to old problems. From issues as diverse as micro-finance to energy poverty, they're working across a range of areas. What impact are they having and how are companies and non-profit organizations reacting?

Meet the Principal Voices

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Rory Stear, co-founder of Freeplay Energy, renowned for its pioneering wind-up technology.
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Beyond the greenwash
Can the business community spark a green energy revolution?
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Kailash Satyarthi, India's foremost leader in abolishing bonded labor and founder of the RugMark Foundation.
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Johannesburg debate
Our Principal Voices discuss how conscientious commerce can be a positive force for change.
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Rick Aubry, one of the world's leading social entrepreneurs and executive director of Rubicon social enterprises.
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Keeping an eye on business
Who makes sure companies act responsibly? Read more