OUR MISSION
What is Altiorem?
Altiorem is the world’s first community built sustainable finance library. We are a registered charity, with a global platform dedicated to supporting advocates for sustainable finance while also engaging and educating the next generation of business and finance leaders on critical sustainability issues like climate change and sustainable development.
Altiorem is contributing to sustainable finance by:
- Helping people understand the role finance must play in addressing sustainability challenges and building a better future for all.
- Supporting advocates for sustainable finance in making stronger arguments for change and implement solutions with real impact.
- Helping a new generation of leaders gain a solid understanding of critical sustainability issues and their relevance to business and finance.
- Acting as an impact multiplier for researchers as well as a catalyst for new research opportunities.
- Driving change from within organisations through internal advocacy and quality implementation of new and enhanced approaches to financial decision-making and stewardship practices.
What problem is Altiorem trying to solve?
Social and environmental crises such as climate change and poverty are urgent global concerns, but the finance industry can drive many of the solutions the world needs to resolve them.
While there is a strong body of knowledge making the case for sustainable finance and many resources available that could help in implementing real world change, information is often difficult to find and apply.
There are many barriers to making finance a force for good. Relevant and good quality information shouldn’t be one of them.
What do we mean by sustainable finance?
Altiorem’s community believes that sustainable finance must be founded on principles of stewardship and responsibility. An industry which allocates financial capital and uses its significant influence to support flourishing social and environmental systems and solve the great challenges of our time.
Altiorem’s vision is to reimagine and realign the financial system so that it supports and enables a sustainable, equitable and healthy environment, society and economy.
A comprehensive library and resource centre for all advocates of a sustainable future
Altiorem is the go-to platform for individuals who recognise the crucial role of finance in overcoming the significant sustainability challenges we face today. It aims to empower not just those within the financial sector, but a wider audience committed to fostering a sustainable future.
- Finance professionals across all roles
For those in the finance industry, sustainability might not be the primary focus of their job. Whether their role involves making critical decisions in investment, insurance, or financing, or they contribute through various support functions, Altiorem offers access to trustworthy information and resources. This enables them to integrate sustainability considerations into their daily tasks and champion transformative changes. - Experts in sustainable finance
Individuals holding specialised positions focused on sustainable finance will find Altiorem an invaluable and continually evolving resource that assists them in promoting and applying sustainable investment and financing strategies. Additionally, their contributions are vital for the expansion of the library and fostering a supportive community network. - Media, journalists and finance influencers
Altiorem serves as a resource for media and other influencers aiming to highlight environmental and social issues within the financial industry discourse. It assists in demystifying finance’s role in sustainability, thereby encouraging more informed discussions. - Academics, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and regulators
For academics, NGOs, and regulatory bodies, understanding sustainability is crucial, yet engaging with the finance sector on these matters can be challenging. Altiorem bridges this gap, helping to articulate sustainability issues in a finance-contextual framework and ensuring industry accountability. - Students and the general public
Given the extensive reach of finance globally, Altiorem is a valuable tool for individuals eager to enhance their understanding of the sector and its connection to sustainability. It supports those who are keen on advocating for and advancing sustainable investment and finance practices. - Policy makers and government officials
Altiorem also caters to policy makers and government officials who play a crucial role in shaping regulations and policies that govern financial activities. By providing resources and insights into sustainable finance, Altiorem assists in the formulation of policies that promote environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic sustainability, ensuring a holistic approach to overcoming global sustainability challenges.
Altiorem has been set up by a group of passionate advocates for sustainable finance. While the team below were the architects and laid the foundations, it is Altiorem's community of volunteers who are building the house.
Pablo Berrutti
Mariana Wheatley
Emmalene Wysocki
Ellysa Zainul
Libby Dummett
Libby has also held senior roles in impact investing, including developing the Federal Government's support for impact investment and the first Social Enterprise Investment Fund in Australia. Passionate about using finance for social good, she focuses on innovation and impactful partnerships.
Libby holds a degree in Economics (1st, Dux) from Monash University.
Madeline Combe
BOARD
Pablo Berrutti
Yen Wong CFA
Yen has a bachelor of Mathematics, First Class Honours and is a CFA charter holder.
Alexandra Brown
Nick Edgerton
Nick has a bachelor of Economics; Master of Science in Economical Economics (with Distinction), CFA Level 4 Certificate in Investment Management.
Jackie King
Her focus is on aligning values and operations, and more broadly the interface between good governance and transformational change. She was recently the co-chair of the ANZ Chapter of the UN Principles of Responsible Management UN Global Compact, which focuses on embedding sustainability in business schools and its disciplines, including finance. She completed a BA (Hons) LLB (Hons) and PhD in refugee policy at Monash University and an EMBA from the Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Harvey Farrington
Harvey is also a Non-Executive Director (NED) of Hello Initiative. Harvey was appointed to the Alitorem board in 2023 and is based in Perth, Western Australia.
Fiona Donnelly
Mariana Wheatley
Stewart Investors
We are grateful to Stewart Investors’ Tar-Ra Fund for their unwavering support and belief in Altiorem from the very beginning. Their generous funding and commitment to our team and mission have played an instrumental role in our growth and success.
Stewart Investors is a dedicated and ambitious group of long-term investors with a shared set of values and a passion for investing in companies that are well positioned to meet the challenges of sustainable development. Learn more.
Altiorem's university partnerships
At Altiorem, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of sustainable finance leaders. Through our university internship program, students gain valuable experience in sustainable finance while expanding their networks and demonstrating job-ready skills, helping to prepare them for impactful careers. We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with our university partners and support the next generation change finance for good! Learn more about our university partners below.
