Standard ESG-Questionnaire for Direct Real Estate Vehicles 2025
On 29 October we published the updated “Standard ESG-Questionnaire for Direct Real Estate Vehicles”. Launched in 2024, the questionnaire has been revised based on feedback gathered in summer 2025 and just in time for the new reporting cycle. This updated version simplifies the exchange of ESG information between indirect and direct real estate investors, covering areas such as sustainability strategy, environmental indicators, and reporting standards. We invite you to explore the new questionnaire.
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SSF Newsletter October 2025
The October newsletter opens with a message from our Director Romandie, Caroline Putman Cramer, who reminds us that the green transition will not come without obstacles. Yet, the Building Bridges conference brought a wave of encouragement and optimism that continues to inspire us. The Swiss Platform for Impact Investing (SPII) also launched the new Impact Investing Map. Finally, we invite you to explore the numerous events laying ahead.
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Launch of Swiss Impact Investing Map
SPII conducted their first SPII Community Webinar. The purpose of the series is to create a networking space, discuss the latest developments in the impact investing ecosystem, and present recent updates from the SPII. On the same day, the SPII website went live, serving as an information hub. At the centre of attention was the newly introduced Swiss Impact Investing Map, created by SFG and iGravity with support from SECO.
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Investment Opportunities in Carbon Markets
On 26 August, SSF, together with McKinsey and SIX, hosted a high-level conference on carbon markets. The event highlighted how Switzerland’s innovative negative-emission technologies are opening new investment opportunities and driving the transition to a sustainable economy. Leading voices explored themes such as innovation in carbon markets, ensuring credibility, and positioning carbon markets as a growing investment opportunity.
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Swiss Sustainable Investment Market Study 2025
We are pleased to present the 2025 edition of the Swiss Sustainable Investment Market Study. This year's study provides an overview of sustainability-related investment volumes and aims to bring greater transparency to the evolution of the sustainable investment market in Switzerland. It highlights how sustainable investment practices are continuing to mature across banks, asset managers and asset owners. We also introduced a free chatbot that allows users to ask targeted questions about the study and receive clear, tailored answers.
Responsible Gold Investments
This Spotlight delves into the gold value chain, key ESG challenges and responsible investment strategies. It outlines the sources of gold, addressing ESG risks such as corruption, human rights violations and environmental harm. The report emphasizes investor solutions for enhancing transparency, traceability and sustainable practices.
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