Sustainability Community

ย View Only
Expand all | Collapse all

Community Events

  • 1.  Community Events

    Posted 14-07-2023 14:44
    Edited by Aya Pariy 01-09-2023 08:00

    Theme: Challenges of putting sustainable investments management into practice

    Guest Speaker: David Manuel, Founder, CIO, Beagle Partners, Sustainability Community Champion
    Host: Katy Husband, ESG analyst, Fitch Ratings, Sustainability Community Champion

    Meet your Community Champion, David Manuel, and other Sustainability Community members while discussing key issues for investment managers integrating ESG and Sustainability into their strategies.

    You will meet our community members, investment and finance space professionals and network in informal breakout rooms, while discussing the challenges of putting sustainable investments in practice. Learn from your peers and exchange learnings and experiences.

    You will:

    รผ  Learn about David's career journey, his approach to sustainable investing and his experience in constructing and managing portfolios with ESG and sustainability in mind

    รผ  Network with members in informal breakout rooms and focus on suggested questions or bring up your own

    รผ  Debrief back in the main room to share your findings



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 2.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 01-09-2023 08:00

    Join us at Kings Stores pub in Liverpool Street for a social get together on 19 September from 18:30. 
     
    Come and meet fellow sustainable investing practitioners, share experiences and meet the Sustainability  

    Community Champions. Pub meets are a great way to make new connections and expand your network in a  

    relaxed and social setting. Everyone welcome! 

    I really am looking forward to seeing you there!

    Register for the event here 



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 3.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 01-09-2023 08:03

    Community Virtual Event: September 28, 2-3 pm UK time

    Put your Sustainability thinking caps on and join our featured guest, Community Champion Vishal Hindocha CFA,  

    Global Head of Sustainability Strategy, MFS Asset Management on September 28th, 1-2 pm UK time for our monthly  

    online meetupVishal will share his experience on building portfolios, putting sustainability into practice,  

    and pursuing active management. Register for this FREE online event here  

    Vishal Hindocha CFA, Global Head of Sustainability Strategy, MFS Asset Management. He is senior managing director  

    and global head of sustainability strategy for MFS Investment Managementยฎ (MFSยฎ).  

    In this role, he works with clients and regulators globally to develop solutions and provide insights on  

    sustainable investment trends and best practices. He is focused on ensuring that sustainability  

    is integrated across investment, client and corporate pillars. 



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 4.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 25-09-2023 14:59

    Hi everyone,

    don't forget about community monthly online networking tomorrow, at 1 pm UK time. You can register for this event here (it's free).

    Thank you and hope to see you there.



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 5.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 26-09-2023 13:05

    OFFICIAL USE

     

    Dear colleagues, can you please share the community monthly online networking connection details with me?

     

    Thank you

    Martin

     

    OFFICIAL USE

     

    To learn more about EBRD classifications, visit www.ebrd.com/ic

    ______________________________________________________________

    This message may contain privileged information. If you have received this message by mistake, please keep it confidential and return it to the sender.

    Although we have taken steps to minimise the risk of transmitting software viruses, the EBRD accepts no liability for any loss or damage caused by computer viruses and would advise you to carry out your own virus checks.

    The contents of this e-mail do not necessarily represent the views of the EBRD.






  • 6.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 26-09-2023 13:47

    hi Martin, apologies, i have shared the link.



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 7.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 20-09-2023 11:51

    Hello Community!

    Yesterday I had a great evening meeting some of you in Kings Store pub in London, in-person!

    The room was buzzing with fantastic energy and conversations, the drinks were nice and cold and the food - vegetarian and vegan :-)

    There were many new people that I have met who haven't joined the online platform yet - so look out for new members joining hopefully soon!

    Share here if you enjoyed this meetup and what interesting conversations you had.

    I hope to see you at the next in-person event, which focuses on climate smart food, is in person and also offers an interesting dinner option :-)

    Aya



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 8.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 21-09-2023 08:52

    This sounds great! Unfortunately, I could not make it yesterday. But I would love to join the next event - when are where will this be?

    Thanks a lot and have a great day everyone, 

    Kerstin 



    ------------------------------
    Kerstin Hartmann
    Consultant Relations Director
    ------------------------------



  • 9.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 21-09-2023 09:32

    hi Kerstin,

    our next in-person event is on October 10th, climate-smart food. Here's the link if you would like to register.

    Our online networking is on September 26th with the guest from MFS Asset Management.

    Look forward to seeing you.

    aya



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 10.  RE: Community Events

    This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous
    Posted 29-09-2023 07:17
    This post was removed


  • 11.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 29-09-2023 07:19

    Community Events: 
    Make sure you check your calendar and join these events if you can! We look forward to seeing you there. 

    October 10, 6.30 - 8.30 pm in-person meetup in London. The future of food and building a sustainable supply chain - meet three speakers, enjoy dinner and network afterwards.

    October 18th 1-2 pm online webinar. Meet Lawson Steele, Carbon strategist, sharing his view on USD 750bn EU carbon allowances market opportunities! 

    October 26th. Our usual monthly networking meetup focusing on development finance and impact investing. Meet Raisa Beliard, British International Investment, our guest and community member, sharing her experience in impact investing and how to map activities to the sustainability goals. 



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 12.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 06-10-2023 05:49

    Make sure you check your calendar and join these events if you can! We look forward to seeing you there. 

    October 10th 6.30 โ€“ 8.30 pm. Our community's in-person event. Hear from a panel of experts and learn about food waste reduction, innovation in bio-based products and vertical farming. Enjoy networking. Drinks and food are provided. 

    October 18th online webinar. Meet Anatoliy Konyakhin, Community Champion, talking to Lawson Steel, Carbon strategist. Lawson will share his view on USD 750bn EU carbon allowances market opportunities! 



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 13.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 03-11-2023 07:51

    Here are some events for you to choose from:

    November 8th, Wednesday webinar at 1 pm: Governance lessons from the demise of Credit Suisse  

    November 22nd, Community social Pub Meet in London, 6.30 - 8.30 pm. Please do reserve your place here as they are limied.

    November 28th. The conversation presents. Climate Disaster. Are we going to make it? In person evening event. Register here



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 14.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 10-11-2023 08:13

    Our events in November - look forward to seeing you there!

    November 22nd, Community social Pub Meet in London, 6.30 - 8.30 pm. Please do reserve your place here as they are limied.

    November 28th. The conversation presents. Climate Disaster. Are we going to make it? In person evening event. Register here



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 15.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 17-11-2023 08:19

    I am looking forward to seeing you at these events in the next couple of weeks:

    Community Social Meetup in the Pub: 22 November

    Sustainability Community Monthly Networking meetup (zoom) with guests from L&GIM and Wesleyan: 11 December



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 16.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 20-11-2023 10:25

    Hi everyone,

    a reminder of when we meet:

    November 22nd, drinks and informal networking in the pub for all members. Registrations will close tomorrow. Here's the link in case you would like to join us there!

    December 11th (Monday), 1-2 pm UK time we meet for our usual monthly online networking session. You will hear from two community members from L&GIM and Wesleyan on key lessons learned around sustainability this year. After this you will network in smaller breakout rooms. Do join us for this end of year community networking.

    Hope to see you soon.



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 17.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 23-11-2023 10:40

    Good morning community!

    Thank you everyone who joined us last night at Kings Store pub! The mood was jolly, drinks - plenty, and conversations - inspiring. I hope you enjoyed it.

    Do let me know if you have any suggestions or ideas on what community can do in 2024, which themes would be of interest for you, and how we can improve.

    I hope to see you on December 11th  online for our end of year networking, don't forget to register.

    Have a great rest of the week and thanks again for joining.

    Aya



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 18.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 01-12-2023 07:41

    Good morning and happy Friday!

    Dont forget to book your free place at our monthly online networking on 11 December here

    We get things started with a fun quizz. Then our community champion Beatrice Methe will introduce to you our two other members @Lucas Howarth from Wesleyan and @Stephen Beer from Legal & General. They will share key sustainability lessons for them from 2023. You will then enjoy informal networking in smaller breakout rooms.

    Hope to see you there!



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 19.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 08-12-2023 08:29

    Happy Friday Community!

    Here's a list of upcoming community events, don't forget to register your place. Hope to see you there!

    11 December. Online monthly community networking. Hear from our members @Stephen Beer from Legal & General and @Lucas Howarth from Wesleyan on their key sustainability learnings from 2023, ask your questions and then network with other members in breakout rooms. You can still book your place today and join us on Monday.

    16 January. Webinar brought to you by Energy Transition group of CFA UK. Delve into Rare Earths as an example of critical minerals that are urgently needed. Uncover the vital role critical minerals play in the sustainable transition and gain insights into where investments can be made across asset classes. Here's the link

    25 January. Monthly online member networking with a guest from a climate investing space. Register here.



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 20.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 15-12-2023 08:46
    Edited by Aya Pariy 15-12-2023 08:47

    Happy Friday Community!

    Don't forget to register for our events in January:

    January 16, webinar, 5-6 pm UK time

    Join us as our speaker, Megan Phoenix, Knowledge Transfer Manager, Innovate UK KTN, delves into rare earths as an example of critical minerals that are urgently needed.  You will also uncover the vital role critical minerals play in the sustainable transition and gain insights into where investments can be made across asset classes

    January 25, 1-1:50 pm uk time, member online networking

    Climate Investing: Is it on your to-do list?



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 21.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 15-01-2024 10:50

    Good morning Community!
    Planning your learning and networking activities for the next few weeks? Here are some great ideas, make sure your book your place!

    January 16, webinar, 5-6 pm UK time

    Join us as our speaker, Megan Phoenix, Knowledge Transfer Manager, Innovate UK KTN, delves into rare earths as an example of critical minerals that are urgently needed.  You will also uncover the vital role critical minerals play in the sustainable transition and gain insights into where investments can be made across asset classes

    January 25, 1-1:50 pm uk time, member online networking

    Climate Investing: Is it on your to-do list with Chloe Chang, Climate Investor, EBRD and Jacopo Gadani, Santander followed by networking breakout room.s

    February 29, 18:30 - 20:30 pm, London

    oin us for a lively debate with two sides battling it out over engagement vs divestment from fossil fuels. In the red corner we have Portfolio Manager and Partner at Redwheel John Teahan, CFA, supporting the divestment approach. In the blue corner we have Craig Bonthron a Fund Manager at Artemis, with a fossil fuel engagement approach

    Fossil fuel investment is a contentious subject. This event will explore the pros and cons of investment in fossil fuel companies in a dispassionate way, concentrating on the investment philosophy behind two diametrically opposite approaches.



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 22.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 06-02-2024 11:27

    Good morning Community!

    I thought I'd share a daily affirmation for us this Tuesday.

    "Today, I invest with pupose. With each decision, I contribute to building a future that is both prosperous and sustainable. I am an agent of change, and my investments reflect my commitment to creating a more equitable and environmentally conscious world".

    Don't miss these community gatherings:

    Thursday, Februaty 8th, 1 pm UK time: I am very excited to see you all at our online "SDR IMPLEMENTATION" round table hosted by CFA UK's Chief Executive @William Goodhart. You will hear from our guest speakers Rachel Poole and Michael Johnson from KPMG. After the presentation, Will will host a round table with questions and answers to work out a list of referrences or things to be ready for in this space. There is still time to book your place here

    Thursday, February 29th, 1 pm UK time: Our usual monthly networking meetup. This time we are talking about creating value through ESG for private equity space. You will meet our speaker, community member @Richard Benton and our guest, also a community member, @Douglas J. Hepworth. After the q&a, you will network with members in breakout rooms. Register here

    Thursday, February 29th, 6.30 pm UK time: In-person networking meeting in London. Theme: "Fossil fuel company Investments: Engage or Divest". Join us for a lively debate with two sides battling it out over engagement vs divestment from fossil fuels. In the red corner we have Craig Bonthron a Fund Manager at Artemis supporting the divestment approach. In the blue corner we have Portfolio Manager and Partner at Redwheel John Teahan, with a fossil fuel engagement approach. Fossil fuel investment is a contentious subject. This event will explore the pros and cons of investment in fossil fuel companies in a dispassionate way, concentrating on the investment philosophy behind two diametrically opposite approaches. Register here



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 23.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 20-02-2024 10:25

    Good morning community!

    CFA UK's Sustainability Conference is back for 2024 ๐ŸŽ‰ Book your conference ticket ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://lnkd.in/eA-p2z3a

    Hear from investment professionals who are running the most pioneering funds in climate, impact and nature and driving real, tangible change. Gain technical insight from leading experts from firms including
    Impax Asset Management
    Robeco
    Federated Hermes
    Just Climate
    BlueOrchard Finance Ltd
    on how they are constructing, managing and reporting on their sustainability focused funds. 

    More details are here 



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 24.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 21-02-2024 11:20

    Good morning community.

    Not long to go until February 29th, places are still available for these events. Hope to see you there! This is very easy and efficient networking, come and join us.

    Feb 29th, 1 - 1:50 pm UK time. Online networking meetup with Richard Benton, Energy House 2.0 Impact Fund and Douglas Hepworth, Chief Risk Officer, Gresham Investment management.

    Feb 29th, 6.30 - 8.30 in-person networking evening with Redwheel, Artemis and Longspur Capital. Theme: Fossil Fuel: Engage or Divest. 2 hours of networking while sharing a drink. 



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 25.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 26-02-2024 11:04
    Edited by Aya Pariy 26-02-2024 11:06

    Good morning Community!

    I'm delighted to share with you the upcoming events. You can still reserve your places there. Enjoy and hope to see you soon.

    February 29th. Online Networking Meetup. Create value through ESG for private equity. 1 - 1:50 pm UK time. Register here

    February 29. In-person Networking Evening: Fossil fuel companies - engage or divest. 6.30 - 8.30 pm UK time. Register here 

    March 12. Social Pub Meetup. 6.30 - 8.30 pm UK time. Register here

    March 21. Online Networking Meetup. Sustainable Investing: Asset Owner's Perspective. 1 - 1:50 pm UK time. Register here. 



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 26.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 28-02-2024 10:15

    Hi everyone!

    There is a little bit time left today to book your places at our networking events tomorrow Feb 29th: one is online 1 pm, the other is at 6.30 pm in London. 
    Hope to see you there!

    February 29th. Online Networking Meetup. Create value through ESG for private equity. 1 - 1:50 pm UK time. Register here

    February 29. In-person Networking Evening: Fossil fuel companies - engage or divest. 6.30 - 8.30 pm UK time. Register here 

    March 12. Social Pub Meetup. 6.30 - 8.30 pm UK time. Register here

    March 21. Online Networking Meetup. Sustainable Investing: Asset Owner's Perspective. 1 - 1:50 pm UK time. Register here. 



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 27.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 06-03-2024 13:36

    He everyone,

    There's still time for you to book your place at our March 12 pub meet!
    These meetups are very popular, so come on in. 2 hours of informal networking and sharing a drink.

    Register here



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 28.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 07-03-2024 14:16

    Hello Community!

    Today I have joined a fascinating prep chat with our community champion Elaine Xu (Quilter) and our guest speaker David Russel for online meetup on March 21st. What a great fortune for us to greet @David Russell at the community and the meetup on 21st!

    David has decades of practical experience leading responsible investments in the UK's largest pension fund (USS), building and growing the team, developing strategies and leading the company towards its sustainability goals. The prep chat was filled with so much knowledge and experience, I can only imaging what the actual meetup is going to be like.

    After a chat with David, you will network with others in breakout rooms, as usual.

    We are not recording these sessions, so don't miss it!

    Reserve your free place here.



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 29.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 12-03-2024 12:34

    We are delighted to bring you a Wednesday Webinar at 1, April 17: Unpack the quagmire of fund disclosures (SFDR and SDR) with a legal expert

    Big thank you to our community champion @Oliver MacArthur for the idea and helping to organise this event.

    Are you feeling overwhelmed by the new Sustainable Disclosure Regulation (SDR) and Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) requirements? Do you want to learn how to navigate the quagmire of disclosures and avoid potential pitfalls? If so, join us for an informative and interactive webinar discussing these topics. 

    A legal expert in the field of sustainable finance will share their insights and best practices on how to comply with the SDR and SFDR disclosures. 

    More details and to book your place click here



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 30.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 13-03-2024 13:07

    Dont forget there is still a chance to join our monthly online networking meetup on March 21st. Book your place here.

    I am delighted to bring you our monthly online networking meetup with @David Russell. David will be chatting to our community champion, seasoned investor, Elaine Xu, CFA, CAIA.

    David will share his views on whether sustainable investments are becoming a mature story for asset owners. David headed RI with USS (UK's largest pension fund) for more than 20 years. David and Elaine will talk about growing the sustainability team, strategies on how you choose and manage your sustainable investments as an asset owner and lots of other interesting things.

    You cannot miss this. We do not record these live sessions, so do join.

    Hope to see you there.



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 31.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 11 days ago

    Good morning everyone!

    Exciting week for our community as we get together this Thursday, April 25th, for our sustainable regulation landscape networking evening. 

    If you haven't registered yet, there is still time to do that. Here's the link.

    The evening will be hosted by community champion Jacopo Gadani, and other champions Beatrice Methe and James Doyle will be involved too. You will hear legal updates from a speaker from Hogan Lovells, meet and learn from panelists for the cross stakeholder panel, including E&Y, Primera Purpose, Findlay Park Partners and IFM Investors.

    After that we will grab a drink and enjoy the round tables moderated by community members as well!

    In other event's updates, dont forget to join our "Embedding impact" webinar with Christine Chang, head of Impact, Apposite Capital, Wednesday, 1 pm, zoom, May 8th.  Here's the link to register.

    We are preparing other exciting events in June, including the "Data challenges" meetup on June 6 and pub meetup on June 13, check out our pages for later updates on these ones.

    Lastly, do not forget that our community online platform will be down for a couple of days this week (you will see an email from me shortly), but back up an running in no time!

    have a fantastic week and I look forward to seeing you soon!



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------



  • 32.  RE: Community Events

    Posted 3 days ago

    Hello Community.

    What a great event last Thursday on Sustainable Regulations, a few photos attached. Here's a snap shot of other community events in the next couple of months!

    Look forward to seeing you there!

    May 8 webinar, 1 pm, Embedding Impact<u5:p></u5:p>

    May 22, Sustainability Conference<u5:p></u5:p>

    June 6, Online community meetup โ€“ ESG data challenges<u5:p></u5:p>

    June 13, Community Pub meet<u5:p></u5:p>



    ------------------------------
    Aya Pariy
    ------------------------------