The global economy is strongly reliant on nature and the biosphere’s ability to replenish, recover and maintain balance. The interlinkages between the economic system and the ecosystem require a shift away from viewing the economy as separate from the biosphere. The Embassy of Switzerland in the United Kingdom and Building Bridges are hosting a panel discussion on September 21 to address the role of finance for nature. This discussion will explore how the economic, international and finance community can collaborate and develop joint solutions for nature and biodiversity.
Impact investors and firms use different approaches to measure and report on sustainability. In this research project by the SL4SF/GFRI/IFC, we aim at fostering comprehensive impact metrics for investors and propose a roadmap to bridge the gap and achieve convergence between firms’ and investors’ sustainability measurement and reporting frameworks.
Climate mitigation is an ecologic necessity and an economic imperative. Devastation from climate change is looming, but with every challenge comes a solution. Investors are given the tools to benefit from this opportunity, but the decision remains theirs.
– “Never waste a good crisis” (Winston Churchill)
Transitioning the energy system to clean and affordable is key to fighting climate change. The finance industry has a crucial role to play in making capital available for energy efficiency and renewable energy. This session will look at how the finance industry can contribute to the transition and how they should accompany clients and companies along the journey.
The world is facing multiple crises from conflicts to COVID-19 recovery to accelerating climate change and biodiversity loss. These crises raise important questions this panel will address – What is the role of finance in responding to these system-wide challenges? Is it acceptable to “adjust” values when a shock hits? How do financial players balance colliding preferences (return vs. sustainability)?
Over 400 financial institutions and 1200 companies have committed to Net Zero. This is admirable but how will words be put into action? Real-world mitigation/adaptation solutions require financing urgently to scale. This session will focus on these solutions – the ones we know, the ones on the horizon – and how we can redirect capital to ensure they are implemented.
As regulators clamp down on greenwashing, companies and the finance industry are grappling with how to disclose their ESG work in a way that does not overinflate impact. Many feel that more data is the answer, but it is it the whole story? This panel will explore this challenge and discuss real solutions.
AMAS and Building Bridges are hosting an online discussion on 20 September to highlight global developments in the field of biodiversity. Key leaders in the field of sustainable finance and investment professionals will present the Asset Management and TNDF framework, and share their experience with the integration of biodiversity criteria in the investment process.
The 4th edition of the SFGH organized by Open Geneva and the Geneva School of Economics and Management – UNIGE is open to all people interested in doing concrete projects for sustainable finance in Geneva and beyond!
This year, Building Bridges and UNEP FI are joining forces to bring together two weeks of sustainable finance events in October for the international community.
UNEP FI’s virtual Global Roundtable is a major global agenda-setting event on sustainable finance. Held under the theme of “Transforming Finance, Accelerating Change,” this online event will bring together decision-makers, experts and thought leaders to help shape approaches to integrating sustainability across the banking, insurance and investment industries.