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The Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance recently published a Call to Action (https://www.unepfi.org/themes/nzaoa-call-to-action-to-the-asset-management-industry/) addressed to the asset manager community relating to integration of systemic climate stewardship principles. This Call to Action references best practices published in the last two years by the Alliance, relating to asset owner engagement of asset managers on proxy voting, engagement, and lobbying. During this webinar, the Alliance will be discussing this recent call to action and what it might mean for asset managers interested in working with Alliance members on these topics. All asset managers are welcome to attend this webinar and are encouraged to ask questions.

Speakers:

• Bertrand Millot, Head of Sustainability, CDPQ
• Jake Barnett, Managing Director of Sustainable Investment Strategies, Wespath
• Patrick Peura, ESG Engagement Manager, Allianz SE
• Isidro Ajona-Gonzalez, Senior Investment Manager, Allianz
• Maria Clara Rendon, Director Responsible Investing, University Pension Plan Ontario
• Hilkka Komulainen, Head of Responsible Investment, Aegon UK
• Kalina Lazarova, Governance and Voting Lead, Phoenix Group
• Samantha Chew, Stewardship Lead, Aegon UK
• Clara Mokry, Deputy Head of Sustainability, Kenfo
• Troels Borrild, Head of Responsible Investments, AkademikerPension
• Eliya Devay, Engagement Track co-Manager, UNEP FI

In the first of the joint IPR/PRI Quarterly Briefing series for 2024, expert panelists will assess the latest analysis from IPR of global policy implementation post the COP28 Stocktake, through to end Q1 2024, against the flagship 1.8C Forecast Policy Scenario & 1.5C Required Policy Scenarios.

Implications of an acceleration in policy commitments on energy, transition, land use & climate finance will be highlighted in this comprehensive overview for investors. Additional focus will be given to the rising importance of Agriculture, deforestation & NBS in emissions mitigation and wider developments in emerging markets.

Confirmed speakers:
Jane Ambachtsheer, Global Head of Sustainability, BNP Paribas AM
Magali Caroline Van Coppenolle, Global Head of Policy, Climate Bonds
Sylvaine Rols, Senior Specialist, Nature, PRI
Kavita Srinivasan, Project Manager, IPR
Jakob Thomae, Research Director, IPR
Moderated by: Gina Hanrahan, Senior Specialist, Climate Policy, PRI

This webinar will offer insights into the upcoming UN Biodiversity Conference COP16, scheduled for October 2024 in Cali, Colombia. It will delve into the preparations made by governments and private finance sectors to effectively translate their aspirations into actionable plans for implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). This landmark agreement was adopted by 196 parties at the UN Biodiversity Conference COP15 in December 2022, to guide global action on biodiversity and nature. It provides a framework for bold action and policy alignment across economic sectors, with a clear call to align public and private financial flows with its mission of halting and reversing biodiversity loss by 2030.

During the webinar, you will hear more on the preparation of COP16 as we delve into the process of countries updating their National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs) following the adoption of the GBF. Additionally, we'll facilitate discussions among representatives of financial institutions, exploring how to engage with governments on the GBF implementation and their needs in creating an enabling policy environment to reduce negative impact and increase positive impact on biodiversity through investments.

This session aims to help signatories understand the 2024 reporting requirements. During the session, we will provide an overview of the 2024 Reporting Framework, what to report on (based on signatory type), the resources available to support signatories and how to navigate the Reporting Tool. We will also host a moderated Q&A session, where participants can ask questions of our subject matter experts. The latest information can be found on the R&A Updates webpage.

Confirmed speakers:
• Giulia Scaminaci, Head of Reporting Framework & Assessment Services
• Jayces Garello, Product Manager, Reporting Framework & Assessment Services
• Andrew Easton-Fei, Associate Product Manager, Reporting Framework & Assessment Services

The unprecedented scale of biodiversity loss currently occurring is a systemic risk contributing to the potential breakdown of financial and natural systems. At the same time, addressing the drivers of biodiversity loss may unlock opportunities generating up to US$10trn in annual value by 2030. In this webinar, we will explore further the case for investor action, but also focus on the steps that investors can take to strengthen capabilities and build impactful strategies and practices on this critical issue.

Speakers:
Adepeju Adeosun Napier, Senior Manager, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY
Hugh Garbutt, Assistant Manager, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY
Teboho Makhabane, Head of ESG and Impact, Sanlam Investments
Andrew Shalit, Shareholder Advocate, Green Century Capital Management
Simon Whistler, Head of Real Assets, Principles for Responsible Investment

This session will introduce the PRI’s minimum requirements for investor signatories reporting in 2024. Attendees will receive an overview of the minimum requirements and how they can meet them, while our asset owner guidance senior specialist will provide an insight into robust practices for developing and maintaining a responsible investment policy. Participants will learn how to identify the minimum requirements when reporting and leave the session with an understanding of how PRI engages with signatories that do not meet them. We will also host a moderated Q&A session, where participants can ask questions about the PRI’s minimum requirements.

Speakers include:

Rory Cardy, Product Manager – Accountability Initiatives, PRI
Yejin Hur, Associate Product Manager – Accountability Initiatives, PRI
Tom Attwooll, Senior Specialist – Asset Owners, Guidance, PRI