Sustainable finance events round-up
A weekly update of sustainable finance events happening around the world
Last updated: 24 August 2026
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In-Person Events
UK
edie Supply Chains Summit 2026
edie / TNFD • 17 September 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Strategy and Organisational change
A summit panel featuring a TNFD Taskforce Member on building resilient supply chains through mapping and mitigation of nature risks.
Fiduciary Investors Symposium 2026 – Oxford
Fiduciary Investors Symposium • 17 November 2026 • University of Oxford, UK
Governance and directors’ duties
A three-day international symposium for fiduciary investors at the University of Oxford, addressing governance, fiduciary duty, and responsible investment practices.
Europe
Global Research Alliance for Sustainable Finance and Investment (GRASFI) • 24 August 2026 • Liege, Belgium
The GRASFI Annual Conference 2026 brings together researchers and practitioners to discuss high-quality academic research in sustainable finance and investment.
Regenerative Economics for Secondary Schools Workshop Copenhagen
Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL) • 24 August 2026 • Copenhagen
Fixing financial and economic systems
A full-day workshop for secondary school educators in Copenhagen on integrating regenerative economics frameworks into the curriculum.
Next steps for EU law and regulation for the digital world
CEPS • 4 September 2026 • Brussels, Belgium
An event examining the forthcoming regulatory framework for digital markets and digital rights in the EU, with implications for responsible digital finance and governance.
Redefining Sustainability with the Doughnut
Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL) • 9 September 2026 • Bad Nauheim, Germany
Fixing financial and economic systems
A peer-learning conversation on embedding the Doughnut Economics framework into decision-making, citizen participation, and climate action.
IRISCC Autumn School: Climate Risks Data Analysis & Methods
IRISCC • 14 September 2026 • Greece
An intensive training school providing deep dives into data analysis methods for assessing climate-related risks.
Impact Europe • 15 September 2026 • Lisbon
Fixing financial and economic systems
Two-day conference in Lisbon focusing on moving from ESG commitments to implementation, with emphasis on economic resilience through investment, just transition, and corporate impact infrastructure.
ICOS • 15 September 2026 • Lund, Sweden
International conference on greenhouse gas science and climate monitoring, featuring a ‘Science for Policy’ panel discussion bridging climate research with policy and financial decision-making.
Nature finance – Science for policy
Joint Research Centre (JRC) • 17 September 2026 • Brussels, Belgium
A one-day workshop for researchers, policymakers and financial practitioners to discuss nature finance and biodiversity data.
International Conference on Working Time Reduction
University of Porto • 24 September 2026 • Porto, Portugal
Fixing financial and economic systems
A conference focused on the research and practical implementation of reduced working hours, including a networking and strategy event for the European Work-Time Network.
Swiss Association of Actuaries 2026 Sustainability in (Re-)Insurance Conference
Swiss Association of Actuaries • 1 October 2026 • SCOR, Claridenstrasse 4, …
A sustainability-focused conference for insurance and reinsurance professionals, covering the integration of sustainability into underwriting, risk management and strategic decision-making.
Building Bridges • 6 October 2026 • Geneva, Switzerland
Fixing financial and economic systems
A large sustainable finance event in Switzerland bringing together practitioners from finance, international NGOs, and the UN ecosystem, including a session on the future of pensions.
The Carbon Trust • 12 October 2026 • Brussels, Belgium
A series of roundtables and sessions covering agriculture, energy, technology and manufacturing, providing insights on energy transition and industrial decarbonisation.
10th Anniversary of Brussels Privacy Symposium
Future of Privacy Forum & Brussels Privacy Hub (VUB) • 13 October 2026 • Brussels, Belgium
A gathering of policymakers and researchers to celebrate a decade of data protection scholarship and discuss innovation in global privacy governance.
Impact Investing for the Next Generation (IING) – 12th Cohort
Center for Sustainable Finance & Private Wealth (CSP) and MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative • 20 October 2026 • University of Milan
Sustainable financial advice and consulting
A two-module training program building knowledge, skills, and peer community for wealth holders to invest in impact with confidence and real additionality.
The GIIN • 27 October 2026 • Amsterdam
Impact measurement and verification
The flagship global gathering for impact investors to share insights and strategies for addressing systemic environmental and social challenges.
North America
New York Climate Week • 20 September 2026 • New York, USA
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
An annual week-long climate action event in New York featuring multiple sessions and stakeholder engagement activities.
Street Works Earth: Art, Climate Action & Community Festival
Make Justice Normal / TIIP • 20 September 2026 • Jackson Heights, New York City
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A street arts and climate justice festival held during NYC Climate Action Week, convening artists and community members to engage on urban sustainability issues.
Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) • 20 September 2026 • New York, USA
Fixing financial and economic systems
A high-level forum positioning Africa as a premier destination for business, trade, and sustainable investment.
Ceres • 21 September 2026 • Convene 75, New York City
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A major climate action event featuring a full-day programme on business leadership, climate solutions, and policies for a cleaner, resilient economy.
UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2026
UN Global Compact • 22 September 2026 • New York, United States
Strategy and Organisational change
Global summit bringing together business leaders and policymakers to advance action on sustainable business, focusing on embedding responsible approaches across all planning stages.
Phenix Capital Group • 24 September 2026 • New York City, USA
Impact measurement and verification
Global conference bringing together institutional investors, asset owners, and impact leaders to advance solutions-focused investing and reshape capital flows toward climate and social solutions.
15th International LCA Food Conference
LCA Food Committee • 12 October 2026 • Montréal, Canada
A global forum for sharing insights and exploring solutions for more sustainable food systems and food packaging through life cycle assessment.
SOCAP • 12 October 2026 • Chicago, United States
Fixing financial and economic systems
A major global conference for the impact community, bringing together investors, entrepreneurs, and leaders to accelerate practical solutions for shared prosperity and co-design the future economy.
Integrating Philanthropy and Investing to Maximize Impact
Center for Sustainable Finance & Private Wealth (CSP) and Stanford PACS • 26 October 2026 • Stanford, USA
Sustainable financial advice and consulting
A four-day program for foundation leaders, family office executives, and private wealth holders to break down silos between philanthropic grants and investment capital.
Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) • 18 November 2026 • University of Toronto
An annual gathering for endowment and foundation stakeholders to collaborate on sustainable and mission-aligned investment practices.
South America
Latimpacto Conference – Impact Minds 2026
Latimpacto • 8 September 2026 • Manaus, Brazil
Impact measurement and verification
Annual flagship conference of the Latin American impact investing community, bringing together practitioners from the region to discuss impact measurement, investment strategy, and societal value creation.
Asia-Pacific
ReThink HK and A4S • 10 September 2026 • Renaissance Hotel, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Governance and directors’ duties
Invitation-only CFO roundtable exploring key challenges, priorities and focus areas for CFOs in delivering corporate sustainable value.
CASI Sustainability Forum: Shaping Inclusive Transitions in Asia
CASI • 11 September 2026 • Asia
A forum focused on climate change adaptation and resilience for small and medium enterprises in Asia, addressing sustainability transitions and inclusive economic development.
ICMA Asia-Pacific Primary Market Forum
ICMA (International Capital Market Association) • 17 September 2026 • Hong Kong
Industry standards and guidance
Senior representatives from Asia-Pacific’s primary capital markets discuss market execution, regulatory developments, and emerging funding trends including sustainability and ESG considerations.
2026 World Congress of Accountants
IFAC • 17 November 2026 • Seoul, South Korea
Industry standards and guidance
A global congress bringing together professionals to discuss the role of accountancy in driving trust, sustainability, and innovation.
Australia/NZ
RIAA Conference Aotearoa NZ 2026
Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) • 22 September 2026 • Auckland, New Zealand
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A responsible investment conference for the New Zealand market with a focus on leadership recognition and thought exchange.
Zero Waste Aotearoa National Hui 2026
Zero Waste Aotearoa • 12 October 2026 • Christchurch, New Zealand
Fixing financial and economic systems
A three-day national hui in Christchurch addressing waste reduction, circular economy, and environmental sustainability practices.
Investor Group on Climate Change • 24 November 2026 • Sydney, Australia
The premier annual climate finance event for Australian and New Zealand institutional investors to engage with pathways, policies, and opportunities for net zero investment.
ESG Procurement Conference • 15 September 2026 • Sydney, Australia
Strategy and Organisational change
A conference for procurement and sustainability leaders focused on integrating ESG commitments into procurement practices and supplier relationships.
Africa/Middle East
Africa Business and Human Rights Forum
UN Global Compact • 29 September 2026 • Dakar, Senegal
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
Forum exploring how companies apply a principles-based approach to advance human rights and turn corporate sustainability commitments into measurable impact across African business.
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change • 9 November 2026 • Antalya, Türkiye
The 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, bringing together governments, businesses, and civil society to advance global climate commitments.
PILnet • 10 November 2026 • Cape Town, South Africa
A global forum bringing together experts and practitioners to address public interest law and responsible business conduct aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.
Webinars & Online Events
Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL) • 8 September 2026
Fixing financial and economic systems
A peer-learning session on designing and implementing policies for regenerative economies, featuring speakers from Hawaiʻi and DEAL exploring systemic economic transformation.
S360 • 13 October 2026
Strategy and Organisational change
A workshop series focused on identifying and addressing hidden social and environmental harms within business operations.
Seeds • 19 October 2026
Impact measurement and verification
A free online impact sector conference hosting discussions on impact investing, sustainable finance, and responsible investment practices.
Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL) • 20 October 2026
Fixing financial and economic systems
A community-led five-day festival bringing together practitioners globally to implement Doughnut Economics locally.
Past Altiorem Webinars & Events
We have hosted and contributed to dozens of webinars sharing practical insights on sustainable finance topics. All past sessions, hosted by Altiorem, are available to watch on demand below. From time to time, we highlight in-person events from organisations we trust in the industry, dedicated to sustainable finance or sustainability.
About Altiorem
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We are a registered charity dedicated to transforming finance into a force for good. We do this by curating and developing credible, accessible, and actionable educational content on sustainable finance and ESG.
Altiorem strengthens sustainable finance by:
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Helping people understand finance’s role in solving sustainability challenges.
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Supporting ESG integration across the finance industry.
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Fostering a new generation of finance leaders through student volunteers and early-career contributors.
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Equipping professionals with both theory and tools to make informed decisions that benefit people and the planet.
