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Women-led social enterprises are more likely to open new markets by offering unique products or services. This suggests that women social entrepreneurs are often key innovators due to their sensitivity to social needs. atina.org .
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SubscribeWomen-led social enterprises are more likely to open new markets by offering unique products or services. This suggests that women social entrepreneurs are often key innovators due to their sensitivity to social needs. atina.org .
The rise of women in leadership positions is building better workplaces for everyone.
Prioritizing equal representation fosters innovative solutions necessary for effectively combating climatic change
When women shape water policies and programs alongside men, communities use water services more effectively and sustain them for longer. Mainstreaming Gender in Water Management, UNDP, 2006.
One recent study found that forest patches managed by women had 51% less deforestation than those managed by men. 5 Reasons to Support Women in Conservation, World Wildlife Foundation, 2024.
Women hold 54% of Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) positions in the U.S., nearly doubling from 28% in 2011. Why we need more Women Leaders in Sustainable Development, ecoSKILLS, 2025.
In 2025, 63% of executive sustainability roles in big companies worldwide are held by women, a significant jump from 17% in 2015. The rise of female-led sustainability initiatives, climate tech startups, and corporate ESG leadership proves that women drive change at every level. Plasticks, 2025.
A 10% point increase in the proportion of seats held by women in national parliaments leads to a 0.42% point increase in GDP growth rates. Frontiers in Political Science Journal, 2023.
Banks run by women lend less to big polluters. European Investment Bank, 2023.
Women-owned businesses are more likely to pursue greater energy efficiency. European Investment Bank, 2023.
Countries with substantial numbers of women legislators experienced a jump from 6.4% to 6.7% of GDP in healthcare spending when women held 15-35% of legislative seats. Political Science Research and Methods, 2022.
A 10% increase in women’s political representation decreases maternal mortality rates and increases skilled birth attendance by healthcare professionals. Science Direct Journal, 2018.
When women occupy 15-35% of legislative seats, countries see an increase in education spending, with a focus on reducing disparities and improving outcomes. Political Science Research and Methods.
Countries with legislated candidate quotas show women's representation in parliament is 5 percentage points higher than in countries without such quotas, improving gender parity in politics. UN Women
Promoting a more inclusive and empathetic approach.
Key areas where women's empowerment improves climate outcomes
Studies show that hiring female managers results in the hiring of more female managers in subsequent periods, reinforcing gender diversity within organizations through representation.
In a review of 17 studies from around the world, the presence of women in conservation and natural resource management resulted in stricter and more sustainable extraction rules, greater compliance, more transparency and accountability, and better conflict resolution.
Female CEOs possess distinctive traits beneficial for business growth