Larry Fink’s Green Awakening: A Regenerative Revolution (Part 1)

Ernesto van Peborgh
3 min readApr 20, 2023

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In a world of rapid ecological and social change, Larry Fink, the visionary CEO of BlackRock, has emerged as a leading advocate for a new economic paradigm. With over $8 trillion in assets under management, BlackRock’s influence is undeniable. When Fink speaks about the urgency of transitioning to a net-zero economy, the world listens. The regenerative revolution he envisions is taking shape, and at the heart of this transformation lies RegenTech.

RegenTech, or “Regenerative Technology,” is a game-changer. It harnesses technology and innovation to support regenerative practices that restore and enhance ecosystems, promote biodiversity, and improve social and environmental well-being. In the context of Bill Sharpe’s Three Horizons framework, RegenTech serves as the vital link between our present unsustainable systems (Horizon 1) and the regenerative future we aspire to (Horizon 3).

The regenerative revolution is driven by multiple factors, including the rise of ESG investments, recent US climate political decisions, and global climate agreements like the 30x30 initiative. As a catalyst for change, RegenTech offers scalable, practical solutions to transition from short-term, profit-driven models to a sustainable, regenerative future. It bridges the gap between the old and the new paradigms, fostering a shift in mindset and encouraging the adoption of regenerative practices.

Larry Fink and BlackRock’s leadership has had a ripple effect across the financial sector. Increasingly, investors and institutions are recognizing the long-term implications of climate change and the potential for higher returns from sustainable investments. This growing demand for ESG and regenerative investments is fueled by factors such as climate risk awareness, the superior financial performance of firms with strong ESG profiles, evolving regulatory frameworks, and enhanced climate-related disclosures.

The “regenerative revolution”, as championed by visionaries like Larry Fink, is well underway. RegenTech serves as a crucial catalyst in navigating the transition from our current unsustainable systems to a more resilient and regenerative future. By leveraging the potential of RegenTech, investors, organizations, and individuals can facilitate the shift toward a world that prioritizes ecological resilience, social equity, and long-term sustainability.

Now is the time for leaders in finance and government to step up and commit to this vital transformation. As a global community, we must seize this opportunity to secure our collective well-being and redefine the future of our planet. The regenerative revolution has begun — and with RegenTech leading the way, there’s no turning back.

In Part 2 of this series, I analyze what Larry Fink might be seeing (four screens of a paradigm shift) to build his vision of a regenerative economy.

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Ernesto van Peborgh
Ernesto van Peborgh

Written by Ernesto van Peborgh

Entrepreneur, writer, filmmaker, Harvard MBA. Builder of systemic interactive networks for knowledge management.

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