Discover our annual in person event
LSFI Summit – Finance for a Sustainable Future
18th & 19th September, Luxembourg
Join us at the LSFI Summit “Finance for a Sustainable Future” to explore the latest trends in sustainable finance and gain insights from leading experts on staying ahead and overcoming challenges.
This two-day summit, organised by the Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Initiative (LSFI), will be held in Luxembourg on the afternoon of September 18th and the morning of September 19th.
The event will feature a unique format that combines keynote speeches with four in-depth masterclasses on various sustainable finance topics, as well as a presentation of the challenges and best practices associated with ESG Data.
The masterclasses provide detailed sessions combining theory and case studies on Human Rights, Biodiversity, Stewardship & Engagement, and Private Capital Mobilisation, allowing attendees to delve deeply into each subject.
The LSFI Summit is designed for financial professionals interested in or experienced with sustainable finance, and it offers excellent networking opportunities with peers in the industry. Don’t miss out on this chance to enhance your knowledge and connect with fellow professionals.
Register to the LSFI Summit
About the Summit
Why
Gain insights from experts in sustainable finance & thought-provoking keynote addresses.
How
Participate in unique masterclasses covering Human Rights, Biodiversity, Stewardship, and Private Capital Mobilisation.
When
The afternoon of 18th & the morning of 19th September, Luxembourg. Admission is free of charge.
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 Helena Viñes Fiestas (Chair of the EU Platform on Sustainable Finance)
- 14:45 to 17:45 – Masterclass 1 & 2*
- Masterclass 1: Private Investment Mobilization
- Masterclass 2: How to Integrate Human Rights Into Investment Decisions
- 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
- 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
* Each day, guests will select to attend one of the 2 masterclasses offered. Registration will be done on a first-come, first-served basis. More information about the masterclasses can be found below. The masterclasses will include a coffee break to foster networking opportunities.
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.
Each day, the guests can attend one of the two masterclasses offered. You can select the masterclass when registering for the event. Click on the images below to find out more about the masterclasses.
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Meet the Speakers
H.E. Gilles Roth
Luxembourg Minister of Finance
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)
Helena Viñes Fiestas
Commissioner of the Spanish Financial Markets Authority (CNMV) & Chair of the EU Platform on Sustainable Finance
Kamil Zabielski
Head of Sustainable Investment, Storebrand
Katja Brunner
Director Legal & Regulatory, Swiss Sustainable Finance
Nathalie Dogniez
Independent Director and Chair of Eurosif
William Laureys
Young Pro: ESG Insurance | Comm. and ESG Belinks, Belfius
Lorenzo Avico
Deputy CEO, LSFI
Nicoletta Centofanti
CEO, LSFI
Event location
The LSFI summit will take place at the Neumünster Abbey, at the heart of Luxembourg in the Grund quarter. More information regarding how to reach the venue will be shared soon.
