“Without international collaboration, the transition to net-zero global emissions could be delayed by decades.” - International Energy Agency.

Standard Chartered will organise a lunch-time fireside discussion featuring Dr John Murton, Senior Sustainability Advisor at Standard Chartered and keynote speaker. John was also UK Government Envoy for COP26.  

Standard Chartered will also organise two afternoon panel discussions featuring renowned experts and champions of sustainability and transition finance on 6 and 8 June. The panel topics include the critical role a circular economy can play to achieve net zero (6 June, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM) and the role of private capital in sustainable infrastructure and net zero cities (8 June, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM).

Events are by invite only. Please contact events.standardchartered@sc.com for enquiries.

Last year, COP27 reached a breakthrough agreement on new “Loss and Damage” fund for vulnerable countries. The net-zero transition paradigm has been extended beyond the environment to also encompass other social aspects especially in Asia.

At UBS we reimagine the power of people and investment, to help create a better world for everyone. We strive to extend our leadership in sustainability with the goal of mobilizing capital as a lender and as an arranger, underwriter and structurer of securities. Our ambition is to be the financial provider of choice for clients that wish to mobilize capital toward the achievement of the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (the SDGs) with a focus on three key areas to drive that transition: Planet, People and Partnerships.  In 2022, our invested assets in sustainable investments reached USD 268 billion. All these initiatives support our clients’ sustainable finance and investing needs in the transition to a low-carbon economy as we help them mobilize their capital toward a more sustainable world.

This closed-door invite-only session, provides attendees with actionable ideas and success stories in corporate transition to sustainable business models and the role of blended finance in nature-based solutions. Gain insights from experts through a series of panels and networking opportunities.

According to ENGIE Impact’s 2023 Net Zero Report, only 12% of the organisations believe they are on track to meet or exceed their decarbonization goals and 75% of leaders believe they have achieved most of the quick wins. As organisations face more complex barriers to decarbonization, leaders must innovate to advance their net zero goals.

ENGIE Impact 2nd deep dive dialogue at Ecosperity Week 2023 aims to convene leaders to discuss how organisations can incorporate innovations in their approach to green technology choices (renewable energy, hydrogen, sustainable mobility), business and supply chain models to address scope 3 emissions, and new products to take advantage of green growth opportunities and advance net zero goals. This deep dive session is by invite only.

Climate technology is a US$60 billion industry, investing in emerging technologies that are critical to achieving net zero.

GreenSpace Tech is a global orchestrator - navigating the rapidly changing climate tech landscape to identify opportunities for organisations to decarbonise and create competitive advantage.

Join Deloitte live, as they demonstrate the power of collaboration and ecosystem connection in the race to net zero. Discover how to combine start-up commercialisation and climate knowledge to unlock value in your industry, via an ecosystem spanning start-ups, research institutes, incubators, accelerators and universities.

For more information, please visit Deloitte Singapore's Sustainability & Climate page.

Momentum on sustainable development has been steadily accelerating, including in Asia. Emissions mitigation, climate change adaptation, net zero, climate risk assessment, material topics, impact, greenwashing, greenhushing, science-based targets, nature-based solutions, climate technologies and others, are common nomenclature and considerations in the sustainability world. 

Sustainability reporting standards play a key role in enabling the trust and transparency which is so needed for the urgent mission ahead of us, as we address many of the challenges and considerations highlighted above. While the call of “harmonisation” of sustainability reporting standards has been heeded, the bar has certainly been raised as sustainability reporting standards continue to evolve. Standards development has moved at breakneck speed, and the attention is now on the Big 4 of the sustainability standards world: The ISSB, CSRD, SEC and the GRI. 

This by-invite only session will convene a panel of senior representatives from the global standards bodies as well as professionals from PwC Sustainability practice to discuss what’s next for standards, sustainability reporting updates from the region and misconceptions of ESG vs sustainability.

The GCNS CEO Roundtable brings together business leaders, experts, and a select audience of observers for a candid discussion addressing business progress on net zero transition. It provides an opportunity for top executives to discuss critical national and global priorities, explore partnership opportunities, share advanced commitments and challenges, and reach consensus on the path forward for the private sector to deliver greater impact.

The 8th GCNS CEO Roundtable 2023 takes place on the first day of Ecosperity Week 2023, Tuesday, 6 June 2023. It is set against the conference’s overarching theme, “Breakthroughs for Net Zero”, which reinforces the need to address policy and finance levers to bring about the transformational breakthroughs we need for our planet, businesses, and communities. The dialogue examines the strategy, commitments and challenges of the private sector using the lens of people, policies, and practice. The roundtable is convened under the Chatham House Rules and participants are free to use the information received, but neither the identity nor the affiliation of the speaker(s), nor that of any other participant, may be revealed.

The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) will host its first-ever member event in Asia Pacific, bringing together sustainability experts and leaders during Ecosperity Week 2023. Over three afternoons, the event will dive into a series of sessions that will focus on the “how-to” of addressing priority topics such as tackling scope 3 emissions, financing net zero cities and accelerating nature-positive solutions. The sessions will help WBCSD members and guests exchange best practices and provide clear guidance on implementing strategies in their operations, all within the context of the region.  

Guests and partners are also invited to celebrate the first APAC-dedicated event at WBCSD’s dinner reception on June 6, co-hosted with APRIL. 

More information on the programme and speakers can be found here. Please register here.

Accounting for Sustainability (A4S) will host a CFO roundtable to address the crucial role of finance in operationalising net zero. This invitation-only event will bring together senior representatives of the finance community to discuss the key role that finance must play in transition planning and achieving net zero.

The session will explore the challenges and opportunities for finance in supporting the transition to a net zero economy and drive discussions on how finance leaders can use transition planning to communicate to investors and stakeholders a clear set of practical steps to turn net zero commitments, ambitions and targets into concrete actions.

The session will also provide opportunities to network with peers, exchange ideas and best practices, and gain insights from industry experts. Register your interest here and be a part of the discussions on how finance can lead the way in achieving a sustainable future. If you have any questions, please contact the organisers at events@a4s.org.

Enterprise Singapore launched the fourth edition of Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge (SOIC) in 2022, bringing together global industry partners and creative innovators to co-develop sustainable solutions in Singapore, for the world. Each industry partner brings unique challenge statement(s) addressing key themes of Green Buildings, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Food Source, Zero-waste, Sustainable Materials and Packaging.  

Join us at the SOIC 2022 closing ceremony, where the top innovators of SOIC 2022 will be pitching and competing for a S$70,000 cash prize from Hexagon Group. This is on top of unique co-innovation opportunities with leading corporates and potential grant support from Enterprise Singapore.

For more information, please visit Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 2022.  

While the physical event is by-invite only, the closing ceremony will be live-streamed. We welcome interested partners to join us by signing up here: Register Your Interest

The Green Economy Salon is an invite-only event jointly organised by Bain, Carbonless Asia and Temasek for leaders from business, investment, technology and policy across Southeast Asia to connect deeply and purposefully. The Salon goes beyond a typical networking event or gala dinner as it is specially designed to spark frank exchanges on topics of shared interest in a safe space. We convene peers in an intimate and inspiring setting to build trust and form the basis of ongoing relationships, and ultimately action. This event is an opportunity to share ideas and foster collaborations that can become projects manifesting in a greener, low-carbon Southeast Asia.

HSBC and GFANZ will host a Goals Night Out in Singapore and convene a moderated conversation focusing on transition financing and what this means in the Asia-Pacific region. Carbon emissions remain one of the most pressing concerns in the region and this discussion will address the challenges of ensuring a just transition for emerging economies, exploring the role of blended finance in driving the energy transition and how financing can accelerate the adoption of sustainable practices. The discussion will provide a forum for thought-provoking discussions and action-oriented solutions to the challenges of transition financing in the region. 

This distinct moment will be led by a powerful action-led agenda that drives inclusivity and is strongly connected with Goals House’s core ambition to drive progress and impact towards achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

10:00 pm - Midnight 

The dinner will be followed by a drinks reception hosted by Goals House, a forum for guests to continue the conversations happening on the official agenda; including how to promote sustainable solutions and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy, particularly in the APAC region.

This is an invite-only event. For more enquiries, please email singapore@goalshouse.com