Swiss Sustainable Finance Events

 

21 March 2024 Carbon Markets and Their Role in the Transition to a Climate Aligned Economy USI, Lugano

Join SSF and Università della Svizzera italiana (USI), alongside the Lugano Commodity Trading Association, on 21 March for this event focusing on the role of carbon markets in the transition to a climate aligned economy.

Carbon markets are considered an effective mechanisms for mitigating climate change and facilitating the shift towards a net-zero economy by assigning a value to greenhouse gas emissions. Despite their critical role, there remains a limited understanding of the intricacies within compliance and voluntary carbon markets. Notably, the past year witnessed a surge in critiques and challenges from both media outlets and scientists, with particular emphasis on forest carbon offsets.

The event includes a key note from Sergio Ermotti, Group CEO and President of the Executive Board of UBS Group AG. It further containsan introduction to carbon markets by Prof. Dr. Eric Nowak and presentations from industry experts (e.g. Southpole, Gold Standard). It closes with a panel discussion examining voluntary carbon markets and the role of carbon markets in the transition. The exchange between industry experts, academics and stakeholders aims to foster a frank dialogue on the present state and the future trajectory of carbon markets.

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This event is free of charge and can be attended in person or virtually.

In-person registration is closed.

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Location: Aula polivalente, Settore A (ground floor), Campus Est USI-SUPSI, Via La Santa 1 Lugano

 

9 April 2024 SSF Member Roundtable: ESG Data on SMEs (member-only) Raiffeisen Forum Bern

Financial service providers depend on reliable ESG data from companies – including SMEs – to assess ESG risks and provide transparency on impacts. Yet, data availability is still limited in this field. In this SSF member roundtable a selection of data providers will present their offerings. In the subsequent discussion we will debate issues regarding data availability, rating methodologies and future developments in this field.

The roundtable is aimed at banks and other financial institutions that provide financing services to SME clients and have to manage related ESG risks and opportunities.

The roundtable is free of charge and reserved for SSF members. Seats are limited and attributed on a first come first serve basis.

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20 June 2024 SSF Annual Conference 2024 and 10 Year Anniversary: The Next 10 Years Kursaal Bern

On 20 June 2024, SSF will celebrate its 10-year anniversary. At this event, we will look into the future and discuss, what the world will look like 10 years from now and what role finance will have played in steering the economy and society towards a fast transition. Join us to develop this positive vision with us!

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