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Incredibly insightful conference on sustainable finance featuring our Institute's Co-Director Prof. Roni Michaely and other leading experts in the field!

Forging a Sustainable Future: HEC Students' Reflections on Impact Finance - A Collaboration by HEC Paris, HEC Foundation, and Rothschild & Co In today's dynamic landscape, characterized by economic, technological, climatic, and social challenges, the pivotal role of finance in driving positive change cannot be overstated. Recognizing this urgency, Rothschild & Co, HEC Paris and HEC Foundation, have agreed to combine their expertise for 3 years to support sustainable finance with the creation of the Data and Impact Investment Chair. This project aims to prepare students for navigating finance and sustainability, fostering a collective effort towards the ecological transition of the global economy. Through a comprehensive curriculum blending theoretical insights with hands-on workshops, students delve into investment banking intricacies, exploring the profound impact of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors, while grappling with real-world M&A scenarios. Under the guidance of #HECprof of finance Jessica Jeffers and ★ Ferdinand PETRA ★, the academy offers a unique platform for students to engage with pressing issues shaping the future of finance. To know more ➡ https://lnkd.in/exsGvjYM #HECxRothschildandCo #Finance #ESG #ImpactFinance #HECParis #HECpartners

UPCOMING EVENT: "What's cooking in sustainable investing?" When? Thursday May 16, 2024, 13-17.30hrs. Where? Campus of Erasmus University Rotterdam. For whom? The symposium is open to all academics as well as to the partners of Netspar and the Erasmus Platform for Sustainable Value Creation. This symposium will bring together thought leaders from both academia and the financial industry to discuss, among other things, #impactinvesting, #engagement, #climaterisks and #biodiversityrisks in investment portfolios, developments in national and European #regulation and #supervision, the relation between sustainability and #financialrisk / #return, and #sustainablereporting.   Keynote speakers include: ·      Inge van den Doel (Director at PMT Pension Fund and President at CFA Society Netherlands) ·      Olaf Sleijpen (Executive Board Member of Monetary Affairs at the Dutch Central Bank) ·      Dirk Schoenmaker (Professor of Banking and Finance at Erasmus University Rotterdam) Other speakers: Emilio Marti (Erasmus University), Tara - Jane Fraser (APG), Jaap van Dam (chair of the Platform Advisory Board), Marloes Hagens (Erasmus University), Romie Goedicke den Hertog (UNEP FI), Willem Schramade (Schroders & Nyenrode), Miriam Koning (Erasmus University), Don Gerritsen (Deloitte), Miriam van Gool (EcoValue).   The symposium will be held in English. Please register here: https://lnkd.in/gKq4qkht I hope to see many of you on May 16 in Rotterdam! #sustainability #assetmanagement #pensionfunds #insurancecompanies #regulators #sustainablefinance #sustainableaccounting #climatechange #ESG #SDG #Parisaligned Nathan de Arriba-Sellier Dieuwertje Bosma

Don’t miss this new research highlight by the Initiative in Sustainable Finance at the UZH Department of Finance on essential research by UZH's own Markus Leippold, Massimo Filippini, and Tobias Wekhof. 📚✨ Their study sheds light on a critical gap: while Swiss retail investors demonstrate high financial literacy, sustainable finance literacy (SFL) remains low—and this gap is influencing their investment choices in a big way. Why does this matter? Increasing sustainable finance literacy could unlock greater participation in sustainable investing. Dive into the details in “Sustainable Finance Literacy: A Key Factor in Green Investing.”

We are excited to share that our Co-Director, Prof. Roni Michaely, and Affiliated Researcher, Prof. Maxime Couvert, presented their research at a conference on "Proxy Voting, Investor Coalitions, and Data: Challenges in Addressing ESG Issues” at the University of Zurich on Oct 1. Our scholars provided deep insights into the mechanics and implications of proxy voting in the context of ESG considerations. This conference was co-organized by the University of Zurich, UZH Department of Finance, EPFL, and The University of Hong Kong, and was funded by Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM). It featured insightful discussions with esteemed speakers, including Prof. Ruediger Fahlenbrach (EPFL & SFI Swiss Finance Institute), Prof. Laura Starks (Past President of the American Finance Association & Texas McCombs School of Business, University of Texas at Austin), Prof. Ernst Maug (University of Mannheim), Jan Jenisch (Holcim), Prof. Alexander Wagner (UZH), Philipp Aeby (RepRisk), Barbara A. Heller (SWIPRA Services), Alexis Wegerich, PhD (NBIM), and Prof. Zacharias Sautner (UZH & SFI). A big thank you to all who attended for contributing to these important discussions! We look forward to continuing the conversation around sustainable finance and ESG practices. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eRBraXbM #HKUJCESGRI #ESGRI #HKJCCharitiesTrust #Sustainability #Conference #ESG #proxyvoting #ResearchExcellence #FinancialResearch #SustainableFinance #ShareholderDemocracy #HKUBusinessSchool HKU Business School

How Data is Shaping the Future of the Green Economy 🌍 As the world accelerates its transition to sustainability, data has emerged as the backbone of this movement. In their recent research, Dirk Zetzsche, Marian Unterstell, Ross Buckley, and Douglas Arner explore how the EU’s Sustainable Finance Strategy is driven by the datafication of finance, from regulatory frameworks to digital reporting standards. Key insights include: - The link between sustainable finance and datafication - The role of digitalization in automating sustainability data processes - The rapidly growing market for sustainability data - The importance of new digital infrastructure like the European Single Access Point (ESAP) With the EU leading the charge, sustainability regulation and data are set to transform the global financial landscape. 💻 Read the paper, 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 at SSRN. Linked in the comments section. #SustainableFinance #Datafication #GreenEconomy #Digitalization #RegTech #ESAP #Sustainability #Finance #EU Professor Dr Dirk A. Zetzsche is ADA chair in Financial Law (inclusive finance) at the Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance - University of Luxembourg. Professor Ross P. Buckley is scientia professor and Australian Research Council Laureate fellow at the UNSW Sydney. Douglas Arner is the The University of Hong Kong Kerry Holdings Professor in Law at HKU Law, RGC Senior Fellow in Digital Finance and Sustainable Development, associate director at HKU-SCF Fintech Academy, senior fellow at Asia Global Institute, advisory board member at CFTE - Centre for Finance, Technology and Entrepreneurship, and co-founder & executive board member of the Asia Pacific Structured Finance Association - APSA.

Delighted to have successfully completed the Sustainable Finance Course from the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL), achieving a High Pass (Distinction). This program has been an incredible opportunity to enhance my expertise in sustainable finance, merging practical experience with the latest research and global developments in areas such as: ➡️ Disruptive innovations in technology and products within sustainable finance. ➡️ Essential leadership competencies for strategically driving change in this space ➡️ Emerging trends and challenges in the current financial system. ➡️ The pivotal roles of governments, businesses, financial institutions, and DFIs, to mention a few, in promoting a sustainable global economy; and ➡️ Evolving regulations on disclosures, impact measurement, and reporting. ✅The engaging discussions from an extremely diverse network of professionals and tutors; ✅rigorous weekly exams and essay assignments across the eight modules; ✅the video pitch to investors/board members of your selected company to support your innovative sustainable finance idea(s); ✅and the creation of an ambitious personal action plan/solutions to lead a transformational change in your organization and/or sphere of influence - greatly enriched my learning experience throughout the programme. I truly enjoyed deepening my knowledge on sustainable finance and I have been particularly inspired by the concept of "Systems Thinking," which advocates for collaborative efforts across the financial system to drive sustainable capital allocation, benefiting both the environment and communities, as financial institutions alone cannot do this successfully. I look forward to applying these insights and continuing my journey in sustainable finance. #SustainableFinance #CISL

The UTS Finance Department would like to thank our Associate Adjunct Professor, Dr Laura Ryan PhD, Head of Research at Ardea Investment Management, who we welcomed back as a guest speaker in our Honours program on Friday, 26th April. Some of the #insights Laura shared with our students included: - Embrace a research-driven approach (to #investment decisions). Laura reminded our students not to shy away from challenging established narratives through rigorous #research. - Be prepared for negative outcomes by building “what-if models” and think ahead to mitigate their impact. - #Climate transition #risks are being factored into government bond pricing, highlighting the importance of #sustainable #investing strategies. Evidence for this is detailed in Laura’s paper “Climate transition risk in sovereign bond markets” published in the Global Finance Journal (Read the paper: https://lnkd.in/gdU54mUy). - Remember, all models have their flaws, but some are incredibly useful tools in navigating complex #markets and scenarios. Verify your assumptions! As Head of Research at Ardea, the goal of Laura’s role is twofold. She partners with clients to improve their intellectual property by co-authoring and implementing research on investment themes. She also partners with the Ardea portfolio construction team to develop value-added trade recommendations to drive portfolio performance and improve client outcomes. #finance #climatetransition #sustainablefinance #sustainableinvesting #investmentstrategies #modelling #communication #guestspeaker #scenarioanalysis #education #students #engagement

Are you an undergraduate student passionate about finance and sustainability? Or an early career professional seeking to understand the latest trends but don’t know where to start? Discover the ISF Primer Series! Our primer series is tailored to make complex sustainable finance concepts easy to understand and highly relevant to your studies or career. This series aims to explore the foundations of sustainable finance — one of the most important emerging fields of our time. Each primer focuses on a specific topic, breaking down its definition, its importance, its challenges, and the situation in Canada. Be sure to check out our series of short primer videos with leading sustainable finance experts that accompany most of the primers. Featured Articles You Can’t Miss: Financed Emissions by Simon Martin Transition Finance by Yingzhi Sarah Tang, Caelan Welch, Ryan Riordan Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG Emissions by Ryan Riordan and Simon Martin Natural Assets by Ryan Riordan, Yingzhi Sarah Tang, and William Hamilton   Learn what all the fuss is about and equip yourself with the knowledge, insights, and terminology that are transforming the finance sector. Whether you’re studying finance, environmental science, or simply curious about making a positive impact, this series is your key to better understanding the complex world of sustainable finance.   Start Reading Now: https://lnkd.in/gHasA8dE #SustainableFinance #LearningOpportunity #ISFPrimerSeries #FutureLeaders #SmithSchoolOfBusiness #Learnmore Queen's Hyperloop Design Team Smith School of Business at Queen's University Queen's University

I’m happy to share that I’ve obtained a new certification: Erasmus University Rotterdam. Topics: Learn what the principles of sustainable finance. Understand what the importance of a long-term perspective. Understand what the interplay is between the UN Sustainable Development Goals and finance. Understand the role of finance in the transition to a sustainable economy. #FreedomfromAnxiousThoughts