Discover our annual in person event
LSFI Summit – Finance for a Sustainable Future
16th & 17th September 2026, Luxembourg
The 2026 LSFI Summit “Finance for a Sustainable Future”, Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Initiative’s flagship event, will once again bring together leading experts and practitioners to explore the evolving landscape of sustainable finance and share actionable insights on how the financial sector could navigate the sustainable finance journey.
Taking place in Luxembourg, at the Neumünster Abbey, on the afternoons of September 16th and 17th, the two half-day summit will combine keynote speeches with four in-depth masterclasses on pressing topics shaping sustainable finance.
This year’s masterclasses will explore: the EU Sustainable Finance Regulatory Landscape, Blue Economy, AI for Sustainable Finance, and Climate Mitigation, Adaptation, and Resilience.
These sessions will provide participants with timely insights and practical perspectives on the sector’s most pressing themes.
Designed for financial professionals working in or with an interest in sustainable finance, the 2026 LSFI Summit offers a platform for learning, peer exchange, and collaboration across sectors.
Discover the Agenda
Wednesday, 16th September, 13:30 to 19:00 CET – LSFI Summit Day 1
- 13:30 to 14:00 – Registration
- 14:00 to 18:00
- Opening remarks by H.E. Gilles Roth (Luxembourg Minister of Finance)
- Keynote speech by Julie Becker, CEO of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange
- Masterclass 1 & 2
- Masterclass 1: Navigating the EU Sustainable Finance Regulatory Landscape
- Masterclass 2: Blue Economy: Investments and Opportunities
- Closing remarks
- 18:00 to 19:00 – Networking cocktail
Thursday, 17th September, 13:30 to 18:00 CET – LSFI Summit Day 2
- 13:30 to 14:00 – Registration
- 14:00 to 18:00
- Opening remarks H.E. Serge Wilmes (Luxembourg Minister for the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity)
- Keynote speech by Nathalie Dogniez, Chair of Eurosif & Independent Director
- Masterclass 3 & 4
- Masterclass 3: Leveraging AI for Sustainable Finance
- Masterclass 4: From Climate Mitigation to Adaptation and Resilience
- 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.
This masterclass will provide participants with an overview of the evolving EU sustainable finance regulatory framework and its implications for financial institutions. The case studies will delve into the implementation of sustainable finance regulation in banking, insurance, and asset management sectors, highlighting practitioners‘ best practices.
Read more here.This masterclass will delve into the world of blue economy, showcasing how to balance economic growth with environmental protection. Participants will gain insights into financing mechanisms, existing frameworks, and investment opportunities linked to ocean and aquatic-related resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs while preserving the health of marine and freshwater ecosystems.
Read more here.This masterclass will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can support sustainable finance by enhancing ESG data analysis and integration, risk assessment, reporting, and investment decision-making. The case studies will present examples of financial institutions currently using AI to enhance sustainable finance, their specific use cases, and the challenges it presents.
Read more here.This masterclass will explore how financial institutions can move from assessing physical climate risks to financing concrete adaptation solutions and resilience-focused investments. The case studies will provide insights into financial products, bankable projects, and measurable impact in the space of adaptation and resilience.
Read more here.Meet the Speakers
H.E. Gilles Roth
Luxembourg Minister of Finance
H.E. Serge Wilmes
Luxembourg Minister for the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity
Boris Van Troost
ESG & Impact Officer, Aqua‑Spark
Daniela Cedola
Partner Government & Public Services, PwC Luxembourg
Edmund Woolcock
Director, Co-Head of Energy Transition & Sustainability, Marsh UK
Dr. Florian Ochmann
Senior Legal Counsel and Conducting Officer, MFS Investment Management
Giulia Bruni
Head of Corporate Sustainability, Quintet Private Bank
Julie Becker
CEO, Luxembourg Stock Exchange
Matteo Cortesi
Senior Impact Management Officer, Innpact
Muriel van de Bilt
Partnerships Lead for the Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance, CPI’s London
Pierre Garrault
Senior Policy Adviser, Eurosif – the European Sustainable Investment Forum
Romain Leroy-Castillo
Director of Artificial Intelligence, Swiss Sustainable Finance
Sanaa Mehra
Head of EMEA Sustainable Debt Capital Markets, Citigroup Global Markets Limited
Simona Chiavassa
Private Equity Director, Monaco Asset Management (MAM)
Nicoletta Centofanti
CEO, Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Initiative
Lorenzo Avico
Deputy CEO, Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Initiative
Event's Location
The 2026 LSFI Summit will take place at the Neimënster Abbey, located in the heart of Luxembourg City at 28 Rue Münster, L-2160 Luxembourg (Grund district). As part of our commitment to sustainability, we strongly encourage participants to use public transport to reach the venue. Neimënster is easily accessible by bus and train, with several nearby stops connecting to the city centre and main station in Luxembourg.
Accessibility for All
The venue is fully accessible to all attendees, including those with disabilities. The site offers two reserved parking spaces for visitors with reduced mobility, as well as an interior parking lot available upon request. All meeting rooms, auditoriums, and exhibition spaces are accessible, with a lifting platform available to navigate the outdoor staircase, ensuring easy access to the building, fortifications, green areas, and surrounding districts. We are committed to making our events inclusive and accommodating for everyone.
