Sustainable Finance Guernsey Podcast

In this episode, we speak to Natasha Stromberg and Sajeev Mohankumar from the FAIRR Initiative the importance of sustainable finance in agriculture, the differences between nature-based and tech-based interventions, and the barriers to investment in nature-focused solutions. Read the report in full here Connect with Natasha Stromberg on LinkedIn Connect with Sajeev Mohankumar on LinkedIn Follow FAIRR Initiative on LinkedIn Learn more about FAIRR Initiative here Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode, we are joined by Cate Quentin, Partner and Wealth Manager at Tribe Impact Capital. Cate explores how to define and prioritise impact using the UN SDGs, supporting meaningful sustainable business transitions, how to remain at a competitive advantage in the sustainability space, and the role of IFCs in managing wealth. Connect with Cate Quentin on LinkedIn Follow Tribe Impact Capital on LinkedIn Learn more about the Tribe Impact Capital here Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode, we speak to Alex Hetherington, the founder of Third Line Group, about ESG strategies and sustainable finance. Alex discusses his career journey and how he became interested in environmental and social development issues. He explains the role of investors in driving ESG performance and the importance of integrating ESG into enterprise risk management systems. Alex also touches on the topics of greenwashing, the complexity of ESG strategies, and the opportunities for Guernsey to establish itself as a leader in sustainable finance. Connect with Alex Hetherington on LinkedIn Learn more about the Third Line Group here Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this special edition of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast, we speak to Michael Bonte-Friedheim, CEO of NextEnergy Group, and Ben Morgan, Partner at Carey Olsen, about their experiences meeting King Charles III and the significant impact of sustainable finance initiatives in Guernsey. They discuss the growth of NextEnergy’s solar investments, the benefits of Guernsey’s fund structures, and the broader social and environmental impacts of their work. Connect with Michael Bonte-Friedheim on LinkedIn Connect with Ben Morgan on LinkedIn Follow NextEnergy Group on LinkedIn Follow Carey Olsen on LinkedIn Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

On this episode, we welcome States of Guernsey Deputy Lindsay de Sausmarez and The Guernsey Nature Commision's Jessi Jennings to discuss the evolution of the island's sustainable offerings. We cover topics such as clean energy, waste management, biodiversity and what Guernsey can do next. Learn more about The Guernsey Nature Commission here: https://www.naturecommission.gg/ Connect with Deputy Lindsay De Saumarez on LinkedIn Follow The Guernsey Nature Commission on LinkedIn Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode, Managing Director of Resonance Asset Management, Orlando Hilton discusses thematic investing and the importance of reducing pollution through sustainable infrastructure investments. He also highlights specific wind and water infrastructure projects and Guernsey's role in their funds. Connect with Orlando on LinkedIn Follow Resonance on LinkedIn Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode, we delve into the goals of the Caribbean Climate-Smart Accelerator with CEO Racquel Moses and shed light on some of the projects it encompasses. Racquel and our host Rosie, also share insights on key highlights from COP28, touching upon recurring themes like the energy transition and blended finance. View the Climate Smart Map here: https://map.caribbeanaccelerator.org/ Connect with Racquel on LinkedIn Follow Caribbean Climate-Smart Accelerator on LinkedIn Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on LinkedIn

In this episode, we're joined by PwC's Directors Amy Pickering and Alison Cambray, along with Senior Manager James King. Together, they explore PwC's recent analysis that quantifies the global exposure to nature risk. Join us as they shed light on the risks and opportunities for Guernsey, a prominent finance centre, within the biodiversity sphere. Moreover, they navigate through the newly unveiled Taskforce for Nature-related Financial Disclosures framework, discussing its potential implementation within Guernsey's business landscape.

In this episode, we are joined by Yulia Manyutina, Climate and ESG Associate Director at RBS International, this year's sponsor of Sustainable Finance Week. We discuss some of the key takeaways from this year's event as well as Yulia's experience of the conference and supporting events on her first visit to the island. Yulia also explains some of the objectives and learnings from RBS International's Science Based Targets report as well as some recent developments in the carbon market. Catch up on the sessions from the event here. Connect with Yulia on LinkedIn Follow RBS International on LinkedIn Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on LinkedIn

Abhisheik Dhawan, Sustainable Finance and Partnerships Specialist at the United Nations Capital Development Fund explores climate resilience and how the insurance industry is creating solutions using blended finance. Abhisheik also talks about the Climate Insurance-Linked Resilient Infrastructure Financing mechanism (CILRIF), which aims to incentivise cities to invest in climate resilience. Follow Abhisheik on LinkedIn Follow the United Nations Capital Development Fund on LinkedIn Follow the United Nations Capital Development Fund on Twitter: @UNCDF Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Sustainable Finance Guernsey on Twitter: @SFGuernsey Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on LinkedIn

We speak to our Funds Forum keynote speaker, Steve Backshall MBE about his work as a naturalist, presenter, and explorer. Steve explores his views on the need to protect and raise awareness for the natural environment, and creating youth ambassadors for the environment. Steve also discusses the current state of biodiversity across the globe, the role of treaties such as the historic Oceans Treaty, and conservation and stewardship.

In the run up to COP28, Jens Nielsen, Founder and CEO of the World Climate Foundation discusses the history of COPs and offers advice for businesses on how they can best take advantage of the opportunities that COPs present. Jens also raises how the commitments made at COPs impact finance services businesses, and the new emerging asset classes for sustainability, such as buildings, transport, hydrogen storage, and nature. Looking forwards, Jens explains how COP28 will discuss managing current fossil fuel production, and conduct a global stock-take of climate commitments and their impacts on humanity. To listen to more of our podcasts, check them out here Connect with Jens on LinkedIn Follow World Climate Foundation on LinkedIn Follow World CLimate Foundation on Twitter: @wclimate Follow We Are Guernsey on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow We Are Guernsey on LinkedIn

Shannon Lancaster, fund manager of Global Solutions at Ravenscroft Group discusses how Ravenscroft implements ESG considerations across their portfolios and explains Ravenscroft's approach to global frameworks and disclosures and their approach to transitional finance. To listen to more of our podcasts, check them out here Connect with Shannon Lancaster on LinkedIn Follow Ravenscroft Group on LinkedIn Follow Ravenscroft Group on Twitter: @RavenscroftGB Follow We Are Guernsey on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow We Are Guernsey on LinkedIn

Ross Grier, Managing Director at NextEnergy Capital discusses the growth of the renewables industry, how NextEnergy understands the intersection between climate and nature risk, and the opportunities for revenue generation through biodiversity financing. Ross also outlines some of the disclosures and regulations that impact financial services and the transition to net zero. To listen to more of our podcasts, check them out here Connect with Ross on LinkedIn Follow NextEnergy Captial on LinkedIn Follow NextEnergy Captial on Twitter: @Next_Energy3 Follow We Are Guernsey on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow We Are Guernsey on LinkedIn

Lamia Merzouki, Co-Chair of the UN FC4S and Deputy General Manager at Casablanca Finance City, and Mourad Fathallah, Head of Strategy for Casablanca Finance City join our podcast. They discuss how African finance centres have been supported by the United Nations Financial Centres for Sustainability network (UN FC4S) in building their sustainable finance roadmaps, and the work of Casablanca Finance City to become a centre for sustainable finance. To listen to more of our podcasts, check them out here Connect with Lamia on LinkedIn Connect with Mourad on LinkedIn Follow Casablanca Finance City on LinkedIn Follow Casablanca Finance City on Twitter: @CasaFinanceCity Follow We Are Guernsey on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow We Are Guernsey on LinkedIn

Ross Keeling, Origination Director, Sustainable Finance Europe for HSBC discusses the role of finance in ensuring a just transition to net zero, and the challenges and opportunities available in the energy transition. To listen to more of our podcasts, check them out here Connect with Ross on LinkedIn Follow HSBC on LinkedIn Follow We Are Guernsey on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow We Are Guernsey on LinkedIn

Bradley Davidson, ESG Lead at RBS International, discusses some of the key takeaways from Guernsey’s Sustainable Finance Week, where RBSi kindly sponsored the day on Carbon Markets, Pricing, and Offsets. Bradley also outlines how alternative investment funds can accelerate the transition to net zero, the role of science-based targets, and the growing demand for voluntary carbon offsets. To listen to more of our podcasts, check them out here Read the report here Connect with Bradley on LinkedIn Follow RBS International on LinkedIn Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on LinkedIn

We are joined by Philanthropy Impact's Chief Executive, John Pepin, to discuss how Guernsey can affect positive environmental and societal change through philanthropic investments. To listen to more of our podcasts, check them out here Sign up for our upcoming annual Sustainable Finance Week 2022 here Read the Effective Philanthropy report here Connect with John on LinkedIn Follow philanthropy Impact on LinkedIn Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on LinkedIn

Emily Farrimond and Bella Mackenzie, from the ESG and Sustainability team at Baringa, discuss the findings of their research report, 'How can Guernsey support a just transition towards net zero?', produced in collaboration with Guernsey Finance. Emily and Bella will discuss both the global implications and local applications of those considerations reported therein. Watch out for the full report which will be released in September 2022. To listen to more of our podcasts, check them out here Sign up for our upcoming annual Sustainable Finance Week 2022 here Connect with Mark on LinkedIn Follow the United Nations Development Programme, Financial Centres for Sustainability (FC4S) on LinkedIn Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on LinkedIn

Mark Halle, Senior Adviser to the United Nations Development Programme, Financial Centres for Sustainability and Director to the International Institute for Sustainable Development, discusses the growing biodiversity finance movement being driven by financial centres. He covers the key findings of the UN FC4S Biodiversity Finance paper, and explores themes such as transparency, disclosure, fintech, data and the development of new financial instruments relating to biodiversity and nature. To listen to more of our podcasts, check them out here Sign up for our upcoming annual Sustainable Finance Week 2022 here Watch Sustainable Finance Week 2021 on-demand here Read the FC4S Biodiversity Finance paper here Connect with Mark on LinkedIn Follow the United Nations Development Programme, Financial Centres for Sustainability (FC4S) on LinkedIn Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on Twitter: @WEAREGUERNSEY Follow Guernsey Green Finance on Twitter: @gsygreenfinance Follow WE ARE GUERNSEY on LinkedIn