Sustainable finance Speakers

UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative

UNEP Finance Initiative brings together a large network of banks, insurers and investors that collectively catalyses action across the financial system to deliver more sustainable global economies.

Google

Google LLC is an American multinational technology company focusing on artificial intelligence, online advertising, search engine technology, cloud computing, computer software, quantum computing, e-commerce, and consumer electronics. It has been referred to as "the most powerful company in the world" and as one of the world's most valuable brands due to its market dominance, data collection, and technological advantages in the field of artificial intelligence.

RGE

Headquartered in Singapore, Royal Golden Eagle or RGE is a group of resource-based manufacturing companies with global operations. We produce sustainable natural fibres, edible oils, green packaging and clean natural gas used in consumer products such as paper, tissue, wet wipes, soap, shampoo, cooking oil and clothing.

UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of about 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. We believe in being a responsible financial services provider and we are committed to making a difference in the communities in which we operate.

BDO Unibank

BDO is a full-service universal bank in the Philippines, providing a complete array of industry-leading products and services including Lending (corporate and consumer), Deposit-taking, Foreign Exchange, Brokering, Trust and Investments, Credit Cards, Retail Cash Cards, Corporate Cash Management and Remittances. Through its local subsidiaries, the Bank offers Investment Banking, Private Banking, Leasing and Finance, Rural Banking, Life Insurance, Insurance Brokerage, and Online and Traditional Stock Brokerage services.

OCBC Bank

OCBC is the longest established Singapore bank and is the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets and one of the world’s most highly-rated banks.

SM Investments Corporation

SM Investments Corp (SMIC) is a holding company that operates through subsidiary entities in banking, retail, shopping mall, and real estate development sectors. The company develops, operates and maintains residential, commercial, hotels and convention centers, entertainment buildings, and condominiums.

Pollination

Pollination is a specialist climate change investment and advisory firm dedicated to accelerating the transition to a net-zero, nature positive future. It works with clients across government, business, and public and private capital, helping them to navigate the climate transition. Pollination is also developing several net-zero-focused investment platforms and is a partner in Climate Asset Management, a joint venture with HSBC that currently has US$650m in Assets under Management, across natural capital and carbon strategies.

Danish Embassy

Representing Denmark in Singapore, the Embassy forms a bridge between individuals and businesses from both countries.

CDP

CDP is a not-for-profit charity that runs the global disclosure system for investors, companies, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impacts. The world’s economy looks to CDP as the gold standard of environmental reporting with the richest and most comprehensive dataset on corporate and city action.

Centre for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth

CSP brings together academic research and practical training programs. The global team consists of about 20 researchers and program staff enabling a modus operandi built on transforming questions into knowledge and bringing knowledge to action.

Centre for Sustainable Finance Innovation (CSFI)

The Centre for Sustainable Finance Innovation (CSFI) was established in 2022 to spearhead top-notch research and practical education on two main themes: sustainable finance and financial innovations. Its vision is to forge a solid strategic alliance among academia, policymakers, and finance practitioners. The foundations of CSFI are built upon three pillars of Research, Practice and Education.

Singapore Green Finance Centre

The Singapore Green Finance Centre is an initiative of Imperial College Business School and Singapore Management University, backed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and leading global financial institutions.

Singapore Institute of International Affairs

Established in 1962, the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) is a non-profit and independent think tank committed to producing policy analysis, fostering in-depth dialogues and bridging gaps between policymakers, private sector decision-makers and experts to shape public policy and social responses.

Global Compact Network Singapore

GCNS is the leading voice on corporate sustainability, GCNS drives multi-stakeholder action to forge a more sustainable future, founded on the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact and the Sustainable Development Goals.

EU Asean Business Council

The EU-ASEAN Business Council (EU-ABC) is the primary voice for European Business within the ASEAN region. The overarching objective of the EU-ABC is to promote changes in policies, rules and regulations so that European businesses can more easily invest and develop their businesses in ASEAN, benefiting not only their own shareholders but local economies and populations as well.

IFC

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in developing countries. IFC is also a leading mobilizer of third-party resources for its projects. Our willingness to engage in difficult environments and our leadership in crowding-in private finance enable us to extend our footprint and have a development impact well beyond our direct resources.

Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society (CAPS)

Established in 2013, the Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society (CAPS) is committed to improving the quantity and quality of philanthropic giving throughout Asia. Our mission is to improve the social investment sector in Asia by identifying and disseminating best practices, models, policies and strategies that can contribute to positive system change.

ICMA

For over 50 years ICMA and its members have worked together to promote the development of the international capital and securities markets, pioneering the rules, principles and recommendations which have laid the foundations for their successful operation.

Singapore Chamber of Commerce Indonesia

The Singapore Chamber of Commerce Indonesia acts as a bridge between Singapore and Indonesian businesses. The Chamber regularly hosts events and networking sessions to assist Singapore-based business leaders and entrepreneurs make connections with Indonesian government agencies and business community and gain a deeper understanding of emerging business opportunities in Indonesia.

UNDP

UNDP is the United Nations' lead agency on international development. We work in over 170 countries and territories, helping to eradicate poverty, implement the Paris Agreement on climate change and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. We connect countries to the knowledge, resources and networks they need to achieve development breakthroughs.

AVPN

AVPN is a unique funders’ network based in Singapore committed to building a vibrant and high impact social investment community across Asia. As an advocate, capacity builder, and platform that cuts across private, public and social sectors, AVPN embraces all types of engagement to improve the effectiveness of members across the Asia Pacific region.

Climate Policy Initiative (CPI)

Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) is an analysis and advisory organization with deep expertise in finance and policy. Our mission is to help governments, businesses, and financial institutions drive economic growth while addressing climate change. CPI has six offices around the world in Brazil, India, Indonesia, Kenya, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

ADB SEADS

The Southeast Asia Development Solutions Knowledge and Innovation Platform (SEADS) was created to sow seeds of growth to help member countries of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) become prosperous, knowledge-based, and sustainable economies.

A4S

Our aim is to make sustainable business, business as usual.

World Climate Foundation

The World Climate Foundation is the most influential global platform focusing on accelerating action and creating impact for fighting climate change, restoring biodiversity and ensuring health resilience.We facilitate large-scale collaboration between governments, businesses, financial institutions and international organisations, enabling the transition to a net-zero, nature-positive future. We promote cross-sectoral partnerships that accelerate innovation in technologies, policies and investments and promote demand to deliver solutions for climate, biodiversity and health.

Climate Governance Malaysia

Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM) is the country chapter for the World Economic Forum's Climate Governance Initiative, whose purpose is specifically to raise awareness about the top financial risks arising from the climate emergency amongst non-executive directors. This Initiative has laid out 8 clear and comprehensive principles to help guide boards of directors. CGM was the second country chapter in the world to be launched and first in Asia.