Mobilising for a Sustainable Swiss Financial Sector: Join Us in Geneva on March 5
On March 5, a key event will take place in Geneva, bringing together stakeholders from the financial sector, academia, public institutions, civil society, and philanthropy to engage in a multi-stakeholder dialogue on the future of sustainable finance in Switzerland.
This event is organized by Climate Bridges in partnership with UNIGE and SDG Solution Space as part of the Initiative "Pour une Place Financière Suisse Durable". It aims to foster discussions on concrete actions to accelerate the transition toward a more responsible and sustainable financial system.
A Roundtable for Action
The event will feature a roundtable discussion with leading experts and professionals across various sectors to explore how finance can better integrate climate and social considerations.
Confirmed Speakers:
🎤 Moderator:
Elise Buckle
🏛 Public & Academic Sector:
Dr. Sébastien Castelltort, UNIGE Vice-Rector for Research & Sustainability
Dr. Philipp Kruger, UNIGE Professor of Finance and ESG
Alfonso Gomez, City of Geneva Councillor
💼 Private Sector:
Kali Taylor, Director, Sustainable Finance Geneva
Marie-Laure Schaufelberger, Head of Group Sustainability & Stewardship, Pictet Group
Michaël Malquarti, Chief Risk Officer, Member of the Committee of the Finance Initiative
🌍 Civil Society:
Simon Berthoud, Co-Lead Communication & Mobilization, Climate Alliance Switzerland
Khulan Berger, Youth Ambassador, Climate Bridges
🤝 Philanthropy:
Atalanti Moquette, Founder, Giving Women
This event will feature an open discussion, allowing not only the speakers to share their insights but also encouraging active participation from the audience, fostering a truly interactive and dynamic dialogue on the future of sustainable finance.
A Collective Commitment
At the end of the event, we will take an official group photo with all participants who have signed the open letter in support of a sustainable financial center. This symbolic moment will underscore our collective commitment and reinforce our call for concrete action.
Join Us!
Whether you are a financial professional, an academic, a policymaker, a student, or an engaged citizen, your participation is essential to driving meaningful change.
📅 Date: March 5, 2025
📍 Venue: Uni-Mail, Room MS 160, Geneva
🕠 Time: 6:30 PM
✍️ Objective: A multi-stakeholder dialogue for a sustainable Swiss financial center
This is a free event, but registration is required. Please register through the following link:
🔗 Infomaniak Registration
For more information, contact us at lauriane@climate-bridges.org