Investors’ role in the transition to a low carbon economy

The transition to a low carbon economy will not happen with the flick of a switch. This session examined the role of investors in financing the transition to a low carbon economy including the granular data and measurement involved in assessing and understanding the credibility of a company’s transition plans.


Speakers
Carsten Stendevad, co-chief investment officer for sustainability, Bridgewater Associates (United States)


Chair
Amanda White, director of institutional content, Conexus Financial (Australia)

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