The COVID-19 global health and economic crisis has highlighted the need for leadership and capital to be urgently targeted towards the vulnerabilities in the global economy. The issues of sustainability have never been more important and it’s a critical time for investors to be collaborating for better corporate behaviours and economic outcomes.
According to the IMF, more than $20 trillion is needed over the next 20 years to be invested in climate change and other sustainable development goals. But countries can not achieve this on their own. Governments need to make it easier for business to finance and invest in sustainable development projects, the private sector needs to mobilise for long-term investment, and new solutions for financing the SDGs must be created.
This conference was an urgent call to action for all investors to influence investee companies to change their focus and put people before profits to create a more sustainable economy, and to wake up to the crucial role they play in ensuring a sustainable recovery.
Through case studies of investors and corporate collaboration, investors heard how their peers have been engaging for change on issues relating to the environment, labour practices and better long-term outcomes. The conference addressed the social and economic consequences of the coronavirus and outlined the role that investors can play in the path to a sustainable economy.
The convenience of being able to access superior content from the comfort of my office.
Executive Director, City of Austin Employees' Retirement System (United States)
The inflation and interest rate discussions, plus hearing various perspectives was very beneficial. Being part of the dialogue and interactions are helpful.
Director of investment strategy and risk, CalSTRS (United States)
I attended the entire conference. It was really well done. I found the digital presentations very seamless and had no issues whatsoever. The speakers, the slides, and the moderators were all excellent.
Board member, OMERS
The event enables institutional investors to engage with industry thought leaders in academia and practice, in a collegiate environment that promotes shared discussion.
The event enables institutional investors to engage with industry thought leaders in academia and practice, in a collegiate environment that promotes shared discussion.
