IMPACT INVESTING AS A MODERN CONCEPT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF LOGISTICS SYSTEMS

Abstract

The article analyzes the principles of impact investing in the sustainable development of logistics systems, considers trends in logistics provision in the context of the sustainable development paradigm, and identifies the prerequisites, driving forces, and opportunities for ensuringthe sustainability of logistics systems at all levels. In addition, potential trends in their future development was analyzed. The sustaina-bility of a logistics system involves the efficient use of resources, cost reduction and process optimization. The author proposes a conceptual model of sustainable development of a logistics system. It con-tains two contours (strategic development contour and sustainable development contour). These con-tours in their interaction within the logistics system ensure its sustainable development in the long term. The basis is the sustainable development paradigm, and the main goal of the concept is to solve logistics problems not only in the interestsof the current needs of the economy, but also taking into account the right to meet the needs of future generations.The concept of "sustainable development of a logistics system" means the integration of sustain-able practices and principles into the operations and management of logistics systems. This involves balancing the economic, environmental and social aspects of supply chain management to ensure long-term viability and minimize the negative impact on the environment and society. It has been found that a sustainable logistics system should be aimed at reducing environmental impact through the use of environmentally friendly vehicles, energy-efficient technologies, waste man-agement, and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Another important aspect is the use of environ-mentally friendly packaging and materials. Consideration of social aspects, such as occupational safety, quality of life of employees, respect for human rights and ethical standards. To achieve these goals, it is important to develop socially responsible labor practices. Aspects of sustainable development require new approaches to the investment processes of logis-tics systems, such as impact investing. The article defines the criteria for impact investing and the di-rections for determining the effectiveness and efficiency of this type of investment, taking into account the specifics of the investment object. When evaluating impact investments in the logistics sector, the authors propose to take into account the following criteria: placeand importance of the logistics system in the supply chain or national economy; resilience of the type of logistics provision to economic down-turn and peculiarities of the system's functioning during stagnation (which allows assessing risks); social significance of the logistics system; provision of the logistics system with its own financial re-sources; level of support for the development of the industry and the degree of control by the State