Discover our annual in person event
LSFI Summit – Finance for a Sustainable Future
18th & 19th September 2024, Luxembourg
The LSFI Summit “Finance for a Sustainable Future” brought together leading experts to explore the latest trends in sustainable finance and offer insights on staying ahead and overcoming challenges in the industry.
Held in Luxembourg on the afternoon of September 18th and the morning of September 19th, the two-day summit featured a unique format combining keynote speeches with four in-depth masterclasses on key sustainable finance topics. Attendees had the opportunity to dive deep into subjects like Human Rights, Biodiversity, Stewardship & Engagement, and Private Capital Mobilisation, alongside a presentation of the challenges and best practices associated with ESG Data.
The LSFI Summit was designed for financial professionals engaged with sustainable finance, offering an enriching platform for learning and networking with peers.
Click on the right-side buttons to access the summary report of the Summit’s Masterclasses, providing valuable insights into the discussions and case studies presented.
Summary Reports of the LSFI Masterclasses
Discover the Agenda
Wednesday, 18th September, 14:00 to 19:00 CET – LSFI Summit Day 1
- 13:30 to 14:00 – Registration
- 14:00 to 14:10 – Opening remarks by H.E. Gilles Roth (Luxembourg Minister of Finance)
- 14:10 to 14:40 – Keynote speech by Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg (President Club of Budapest Germany & Managing Director Institute for Sustainability Management)
- 14:45 to 17:45 – Masterclass 1 & 2
- Masterclass 1: Private Investment Mobilisation
- Masterclass 2: How to Integrate Human Rights Into Investment Decisions
- Stream A: Dedicated to Banks
- Stream B: Dedicated to Asset Managers
- 17:45 to 18:00 – Closing remarks
- 18:00 to 19:00 – Networking cocktail
Thursday, 19th September, 09:15 to 13:30 CET – LSFI Summit Day 2
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- 8:45 to 9:15 – Registration & Breakfast
- 9:15 to 9:30 – Opening remarks H.E. Serge Wilmes (Luxembourg Minister for the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity)
- 9:30 to 10:00 – Presentation „ESG Data: Challenges and Best Practices“ by Nathalie Dogniez (Independent Director and Chair of Eurosif)
- 10:00 to 12:45 – Masterclass 3 & 4
- Masterclass 3: How to Integrate Biodiversity into Investment Decisions
- Masterclass 4: The Key Role of Stewardship to Advance Sustainable Finance
- 12:45 to 13:15 – Closing keynote speech
- 13:15 to 13:30 – Closing remarks
Delve into the Masterclasses
The LSFI masterclasses are knowledge-sharing sessions to upskill financial professionals on concrete sustainable finance topics to help the sector advance and lead on this matter. The masterclasses combine theory and case studies, aiming to foster a knowledgeable community on sustainable finance. They also serve as a forum to exchange best practices and discuss practical solutions.
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This masterclass enhanced Luxembourg financial professionals‘ knowledge on mobilising private investments through blended finance, featuring theoretical insights and practical case studies from national and international experts. Topics include structures and strategies.
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This masterclass helped financial professionals integrate human rights into their investment decisions. It included a theoretical session on human rights principles such as OECD guidelines for multinational enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct. This was followed by a practical session that included two separate streams, one for banks and one for asset managers.
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This masterclass enhanced financial professionals‘ knowledge on how to integrate biodiversity into investment decisions. It combined theoretical and practical content on the importance of biodiversity, key frameworks and standards like the Convention on Biodiversity and TNFD, and integrating biodiversity into financial decisions through case studies.
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This masterclass assisted financial professionals in integrating sustainability into their investment process through stewardship. It included an overview of stewardship, the Swiss Stewardship Code, along with practical case studies highlighting best practices and challenges faced by asset managers and asset owners.
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Meet the Speakers
H.E. Gilles Roth
Luxembourg Minister of Finance
H.E. Serge Wilmes
Luxembourg Minister for the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity
Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg
President Club of Budapest Germany & Managing Director Institute for Sustainability Management
Başak Bağlayan
Secretary General of Luxembourg’s OECD National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct (RBC)
Barbara Bijelic
Head of Regulation and Standards, OECD Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) Centre
Benjamin Michel
Analyst, OECD
Chris Clubb
Managing Director, Convergence
Gabriela Andrea Hermosilla Goncalves
Technical Officer, UNEP FI
Guillaume Bonnel
CEO, SDG Impact Finance Initiative (SIFI)
Kamil Zabielski
Head of Sustainable Investment, Storebrand
Katja Brunner
Director Legal & Regulatory, Swiss Sustainable Finance
Laura Hillis
Director, Climate & Environment, Church of England Pensions Board
Lorenzo Avico
Deputy CEO, LSFI
Martin Ewald
Managing Director and Lead Portfolio Manager, Allianz Global Investors Ltd
Nathalie Dogniez
Independent Director and Chair of Eurosif
Nicoletta Centofanti
CEO, LSFI
Oliver Johnson
Head of ESG, Climate Asset Management
Patricia Nicolau
Environmental, Social/Human Rights Advisor, FMO
Pierre Oberle
Sustainable Finance and Financial Centre Development Advisor, Ministry of Finance, Luxembourg
Vincent Kaufmann
CEO, Ethos Foundation & Ethos Services
William Laureys
Young Pro: ESG Insurance | Comm. and ESG Belins, Belfius
Our Commitment to Sustainability
At the Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Initiative (LSFI), we are dedicated to embedding sustainability into every aspect of our work. As Luxembourg’s coordinating entity for sustainable finance, we prioritise environmental and social responsibility in all our activities, especially when organising events. We are committed to minimising our carbon footprint by collaborating with local suppliers, implementing a vegetarian policy, and adhering to the highest standards of eco-friendly practices. Our goal is to ensure that every event we host reflects our dedication to sustainability, contributing positively to the environment and setting a benchmark for responsible event management.
We are proud to announce that the LSFI Summit – Finance for a Sustainable 
Future has been awarded the Green Business Event Label. This certification, part of the Green Business Events project launched by Luxembourg’s General Directorate for Tourism, recognises our commitment to eco-friendly and sustainable practices. The initiative promotes environmentally conscious business events and supports the development of sustainable event solutions in Luxembourg.
