Women in Climate Breakfast: Schroders x Leverton

This time in collaboration with Schroders, our second Women in Climate event brought together influential female leaders to discuss pressing climate issues and share insights on how we can collectively drive change;

🟢 Framing Climate Action: Climate is not just a long-term issue; it requires immediate action. We can’t diversify away from its effects, making it essential for both policymakers and investors to take responsibility.

🟢 Accountability in Leadership: There’s an ongoing conversation about whether policymakers should be held to a higher degree of accountability compared to investors. How can we ensure that mandatory transition plans are effectively implemented?

🟢 The Role of Data: Emphasizing the importance of data publishing, we discussed how better measurement leads to improved management. However, we must avoid reducing reporting to mere tick-box exercises.

🟢 ESG Reporting Evolution: ESG reporting has undergone significant upgrades, showcasing how measurement can indicate added value. European regulations are influencing global standards, leading to more sophisticated client inquiries and bespoke reporting requirements.

🟢 Client Engagement: Clients are increasingly knowledgeable about climate-related issues, which has resulted in heightened reporting demands. There’s a shared expectation for metrics and data consistency across public and private assets, a challenge that new technologies like satellite monitoring are beginning to address.

🟢 Navigating Client Fatigue: While some clients have been slow to engage, those who do are often very receptive. It’s crucial to foster effective communication around climate change without falling into inconsistent messaging.

🟢 Collective Responsibility: Change doesn’t rest solely on policymakers; it requires collaboration among public, private, and philanthropic sectors. This collective effort is vital for meaningful progress.

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