Sustainable finance events round-up
A weekly update of sustainable finance events happening around the world
Last updated: 10 October 2026
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In-Person Events
UK
Sustainable post-crisis development: the need for a human rights approach
London School of Economics and Political Science • 12 October 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Fixing financial and economic systems
LSE researchers and Amnesty International practitioners discuss how evidence and frontline experience can shape development policies centred on ethics, accountability, and human rights.
Cost of Living Action Day in Westminster
Cost of Living Action (COLA) • 13 October 2026 • Westminster, UK
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A day of action in Westminster to meet with MPs and demand government action on low pay and rising bills ahead of the Autumn Budget.
Introducing the Huth Initiative – rethinking the economy with Philippe Aghion
London School of Economics and Political Science • 13 October 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Fixing financial and economic systems
Keynote and panel discussion on building a dynamic, resilient economy that creates meaningful work and addresses future political economy choices.
Film screening of TROP CHAUD and Panel Discussion
LSE • 15 October 2026 • London, UK
A documentary screening and panel discussion on the Swiss Senior Women for Climate Protection’s victory at the European Court of Human Rights.
Navigating Capital Strategies for Impact: Through Assets, Markets, Systems
Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship • 16 October 2026 • Oxford, UK
Impact measurement and verification
Launch event for a new publication providing an orientation tool for investors to map their impact intent across asset, market, and system lenses.
Universal Recognition CIC • 21 October 2026 • Scotland
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A session sharing social justice tools and practices for inclusive decision-making from organisers in Scotland and Kenya.
Women of the world unite: the UN Decade for Women and transnational feminisms 1975 to now
London School of Economics and Political Science • 26 October 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A roundtable marking 50 years since the UN’s first International Women’s Year, exploring movements and ideas that have shaped feminist activism and global social change.
CC Forum London: Sustainable Investment Platform
CC Forum • 27 October 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Product development and trends
A global platform for sustainable investment, focusing on renewable energy, emerging technologies, and social inclusion.
Geography and the wealth of nations
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) • 27 October 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Fixing financial and economic systems
Professor Jeffrey Sachs explores long-term global economic change and the discovery of the East Indies using new geospatial datasets.
Investors for Purpose • 4 November 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Fixing financial and economic systems
An annual symposium exploring how collaboration across the investment ecosystem can address challenges in climate technology, nature valuation, and social resilience.
Thomson Reuters Foundation • 4 November 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
The flagship annual event for media, business, and civil society leaders to explore solutions for democratic resilience, information integrity, and human rights.
The Business Show • 11 November 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Strategy and Organisational change
A large-scale event for entrepreneurs and SME owners focused on starting and scaling businesses, including sustainability considerations.
Fiduciary Investors Symposium at the University of Oxford
Conexus Financial • 17 November 2026 • Oxford, UK
Governance and directors’ duties
A global symposium bringing together asset owners to discuss investment frameworks and fiduciary responsibilities.
emex • 25 November 2026 • London, United Kingdom
Industry standards and guidance
An energy management and net zero event for SMEs to learn about energy efficiency and practical carbon reduction strategies.
Europe
UN Human Rights Council • 12 October 2026 • Geneva, Switzerland
A working group session focused on developing a legally binding instrument to regulate the activities of transnational corporations regarding human rights.
Brussels.be • 12 October 2026 • Tour & Taxis, Brussels, Belgium
Fixing financial and economic systems
A week-long gathering to explore how technology, policy, and collaboration can accelerate Europe’s sustainability and competitiveness.
The Carbon Trust, Brussels Climate Week • 12 October 2026 • Brussels, Belgium
A week-long event featuring roundtables and sessions on agriculture, energy, technology, and manufacturing, with a focus on energy transition and industrial decarbonisation.
IGF 22nd Annual General Meeting: Trust in an Interdependent World
Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF) • 12 October 2026 • Geneva, Switzerland
A three-day dialogue in Geneva focusing on advancing inclusion and resilience in mineral value chains.
Investor Site Visit: RespectFarms
FAIRR • 12 October 2026 • Amsterdam, Netherlands
An immersive site visit for investors to explore how diversified protein production and food technologies support food system resilience.
FAO • 12 October 2026 • Rome, Italy
A high-level dialogue focusing on water security and sustainable management in the context of food security.
Wie Geld wirkt – Finanzierung für eine Wirtschaft mit Zukunft
Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung • 12 October 2026 • Berlin, Germany
Fixing financial and economic systems
Annual conference of the Federal Association of Sustainable Economy and the Heinrich Böll Foundation focusing on financing the economic transition.
10th Anniversary of Brussels Privacy Symposium
Future of Privacy Forum • 13 October 2026 • Brussels, Belgium
The symposium explores the next decade of data protection, tech policy, and reinvention with academic researchers, industry, and policymakers.
Beyond the Transaction: Commodity Trade and Sustainable Development Report Launch
Geneva Graduate Institute • 13 October 2026 • Geneva, Switzerland
Fixing financial and economic systems
A launch event for a report examining the evolving role of commodity trading and its impact on resource-rich countries.
Les assises des collectivités pour l’air
Alliance des collectivités pour la qualité de l’air • 13 October 2026 • Marseille, France
A summit for local authorities to share practices regarding air quality, maritime pollution, and health impacts.
Territoires en Transitions • 13 October 2026 • Aix-en-Provence, France
A workshop focused on the regulatory requirements and practical levers for achieving Zero Net Artificialisation and land sobriety.
Restitution du programme BATI-SOBRE
Préfecture de Paris et d’Île-de-France • 13 October 2026 • Paris, France
A session presenting the results of the BATI-SOBRE programme focused on energy efficiency in buildings.
Financing the Transition – or Financing Biodiversity Collapse?
Forests & Finance / PRI • 14 October 2026 • Amsterdam, Netherlands
A PRI side event discussing the ‘Banking on Biodiversity Collapse’ report and whether financial flows support sustainable food and energy systems.
Financing the Transition — or Financing Biodiversity Collapse?
BankTrack • 14 October 2026 • Amsterdam, Netherlands
A launch event for the Banking on Biodiversity Collapse report, discussing how financial flows affect the food and minerals transitions.
Great! Festival économique et créatif des territoires
ADEME • 14 October 2026 • Lille, France
A territorial festival focused on AI, decarbonisation, climate adaptation, and mobility transformations.
FfB Nature Finance Event after PRI in Person
Finance for Biodiversity Foundation • 15 October 2026 • Amsterdam, Netherlands
A nature finance networking and dialogue event for financial institutions, held immediately following the PRI in Person conference.
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010 Inclusief • 15 October 2026 • Rotterdam, Netherlands
Strategy and Organisational change
A networking event focused on inclusive recruitment and job carving to improve workforce diversity.
Why Impact Disclosure Matters: Introducing GRI’s Capital Markets Standard
GRI, PRI • 15 October 2026 • Amsterdam, Netherlands
Industry standards and guidance
A session exploring the importance of impact disclosure and the new GRI Capital Markets Standard, held alongside the PRI in Person conference.
What can universities learn from their ties with the tobacco industry
Leiden University • 16 October 2026 • Leiden, Netherlands
Governance and directors’ duties
An event presenting research on the links between Dutch universities and the tobacco industry, drawing parallels to current fossil fuel industry ties.
Global Bioeconomy Summit • 19 October 2026 • Dublin, Ireland
A summit exploring bio-based solutions for food and energy security, biodiversity loss, and climate resilience.
The uneven implementation of the CCD2: between innovation, inclusion and consumer protection
CEPS • 19 October 2026 • Brussels, Belgium
A discussion on the implementation of the Consumer Credit Directive (CCD2) and its implications for financial inclusion and consumer protection.
Time Use Initiative • 19 October 2026 • Barcelona, Spain
Fixing financial and economic systems
An international space for debate and reflection on time policies under the theme ‘The Right to Time and Social Acceleration’.
Impact Investing for the Next Generation
Center for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth (CSP) • 20 October 2026 • Zurich, Switzerland
Sustainable financial advice and consulting
A training program guiding next-generation wealth holders through the mechanics of sustainable investing and drafting Investment Policy Statements.
Impact Investing for the Next Generation (IING) – 12th Cohort
Center for Sustainable Finance & Private Wealth (CSP), MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative • 20 October 2026 • University of Milan
Impact measurement and verification
A two-module training programme building knowledge and peer community for wealth holders to invest in impact with confidence and real additionality.
Rencontres Territoriales des Énergies Renouvelables en Grand Est
Les Générateurs Grand Est • 20 October 2026 • Nancy, France
Industry standards and guidance
A regional meeting focusing on the implementation of renewable energy for local stakeholders in the Grand Est region.
Expert Mechanism on the Right to Development (14th session)
UN Human Rights Council • 26 October 2026 • Geneva, Switzerland
A session discussing business impacts on development, food security, and illicit financial flows to mark the 40th anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Right to Development.
Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) • 27 October 2026 • Amsterdam
Impact measurement and verification
A forum for impact investing leaders to explore themes including energy resilience, sustainable food systems, AI, financial inclusion, climate solutions, and impact measurement.
Luxembourg Sustainability Forum 2026
IMS Luxembourg • 27 October 2026 • Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Strategy and Organisational change
The 15th edition of Luxembourg’s leading sustainability event focusing on health and environmental action.
Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) • 28 October 2026 • Amsterdam, Netherlands
Impact measurement and verification
A premier global gathering for impact investors to discuss trends, innovations, and challenges, featuring sessions on climate solutions, financial inclusion, and impact measurement.
7th EAGE GET Global Energy Transition Conference
EAGE • 2 November 2026 • Hannover, Germany
A global conference exploring the role of geoscience data in supporting the energy transition.
The Causes and Consequences of Common Ownership
European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI) • 2 November 2026 • Brussels, Belgium
Governance and directors’ duties
A two-day conference exploring how shared ownership by large institutional investors affects competition, firm productivity, and executive incentives.
2026 Stockholm Forum on Peace and Development
SIPRI • 3 November 2026 • Stockholm, Sweden
Fixing financial and economic systems
A forum themed ‘From Rupture to Repair: New Visions for Peace and Development’ discussing global security and development challenges.
Two-day course in applied life cycle thinking
Swedish Life Cycle Center • 4 November 2026 • Gothenburg, Sweden
Strategy and Organisational change
An in-person professional development course on applying life-cycle thinking and methods within organisations.
Insurance Council of Australia • 5 November 2026 • Juan-les-Pins, France
The Insurance Council of Australia’s Annual Conference brings together industry leaders and regulators to discuss key opportunities and challenges facing the insurance sector, including climate change impacts.
Rencontres Low-tech 2026 : transition & bifurcation des PME
ADEME • 5 November 2026 • Centre Val-de-Loire, France
Strategy and Organisational change
A conference exploring how to guide small and medium enterprises toward low-tech values and sustainable transitions.
2500 Jahre Demokratie Symposion
Dimitris-Tsatsos-Institut • 6 November 2026 • Hagen, Germany
Governance and directors’ duties
A symposium exploring 2500 years of political theory and practice regarding democratic evolution and constitutional culture.
Rencontres annuelles AdaptaVille 2026
AdaptaVille • 10 November 2026 • Paris, France
The annual meeting focused on urban climate adaptation solutions.
Journée de sensibilisation à la géothermie : focus sur le froid renouvelable
ADEME • 12 November 2026 • Paris, France
An awareness day focused on geothermal energy and renewable cooling solutions.
The Global Framework on Chemicals First International Conference
Global Framework on Chemicals • 16 November 2026 • Geneva, Switzerland
A conference to stocktake progress and mobilise investment for a planet free of harm from chemicals and waste.
OGC iDays 2026: Digital Foundations for Smarter Cities, Infrastructure, and Construction
Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) • 23 November 2026 • Munich, Germany
Explores how digital twins, AI, and open standards can improve urban decision-making and infrastructure results in the context of climate change.
Impact Seminar Series – Benelux 2026
Phenix Capital Group • 26 November 2026 • Leiden, Netherlands
A regional seminar convening impact investors and practitioners in the Benelux region to discuss sustainable finance strategies and impact investing approaches.
IAASB December 2026 Board Meeting – Madrid
International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) • 7 December 2026 • Madrid, Spain
Industry standards and guidance
Upcoming board meeting to discuss ongoing standard-setting projects and recommendations for other assurance engagements.
Compliance and Strategy in International Banking Conference
Joint Research Centre • 10 December 2026 • Rome, Italy
A conference identifying key challenges and opportunities for the European banking system including compliance and strategy.
North America
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.
Bridge2Food North America 2026
Bridge2Food • 13 October 2026 • Minneapolis, USA
A conference focused on food industry innovation and plant-based protein development, addressing the climate impact of food systems.
Energy Emissions Modeling and Data Lab • 13 October 2026 • Austin, USA
Impact measurement and verification
An annual summit focused on technical modelling and data analysis for energy-related emissions.
Evening with Ceres: Our Power, Our Future featuring Hon. Roger Martella
Ceres • 26 October 2026 • Boston, United States
An evening event featuring Roger Martella of GE Vernova discussing the intersection of government policy, energy sector corporate strategy, and the decarbonisation of the grid.
Integrating Philanthropy and Investing to Maximize Impact
Center for Sustainable Finance & Private Wealth (CSP), Stanford PACS • 26 October 2026 • Stanford, USA
Impact measurement and verification
A four-day programme for foundation leaders and wealth holders to integrate philanthropic grants and investment capital to drive social and environmental outcomes.
US SIF’s Annual Forum 2026: Investing Above the Noise
US SIF • 1 November 2026 • New York City, USA
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A two-day annual conference featuring a Capitol Hill advocacy day and sessions for institutional investors and policymakers on navigating the sustainable investing landscape.
ICGN Autumn Conference 2026 in Toronto
International Corporate Governance Network • 4 November 2026 • Toronto, Canada
Governance and directors’ duties
A global conference for governance professionals and investors focusing on the evolving landscape for stewardship, regulatory developments, and emerging standards in corporate governance.
Infrastructure Investor America Forum
Infrastructure Investor • 4 November 2026 • New York, USA
A forum for North American infrastructure investors covering the energy transition, renewables, and sustainability challenges in digital infrastructure.
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) • 4 November 2026 • Ottawa, Canada
Governance and directors’ duties
A summit tackling metadata interoperability, AI readiness, trust, governance, and digital sovereignty.
Policy Priorities to Improve Living Standards in Canada
Centre for International Governance Innovation • 5 November 2026 • Canada
Fixing financial and economic systems
A lecture by Stephen Tapp examining policy responses to Canada’s weakened productivity cycle and declining living standards.
Financial and Sustainability Disclosure Regulation Conference (Part 1 – In-person)
Fordham University School of Law • 6 November 2026 • New York
A book launch conference series focusing on global regulatory developments in sustainability and corporate disclosure.
Powering a Resilient Future: Innovation, Security and Action
HBS Energy & Climate Club • 8 November 2026 • Boston, USA
A conference exploring energy resilience, clean energy innovation, and policy dynamics in the climate sector.
30th Annual GIPS® Standards Conference
CFA Institute • 10 November 2026 • Philadelphia, United States
Industry standards and guidance
The 30th anniversary conference for investment performance professionals and regulators covering emerging developments in investment performance measurement and industry standards.
Federal Reserve Bank of New York: Making Missing Markets Initiative
Federal Reserve Bank of New York • 18 November 2026 • New York, USA
Fixing financial and economic systems
Hybrid event exploring new business models and market-based solutions for community challenges and under-resourced community investment.
Making Missing Markets: Catalyzing Capital and Igniting Innovation
Federal Reserve Bank of New York • 18 November 2026 • New York, USA
Fixing financial and economic systems
A hybrid event focused on fostering markets and channeling investments into under-resourced communities by addressing root causes of systemic challenges.
Canada Climate Week Launch Series: Montréal Edition
Canada Climate Law Initiative • 23 November 2026 • Montréal, Québec
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
The Montréal launch event for Canada Climate Week focusing on regional and national climate initiatives.
From Signals to Standards: Advancing Climate Disclosure in Canada
Canada Climate Law Initiative • 25 November 2026 • TMX Market Centre
An event focused on the transition to formalised climate disclosure standards within the Canadian financial landscape.
Textile-to-Textile Circularity Foundations workshop
Accelerating Circularity • 8 December 2026 • New York
A foundational workshop focused on establishing textile-to-textile circularity within the apparel industry.
2026 Private Equity Practicum | Sustainability as a Financial Superpower
NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business • 9 December 2026 • New York, USA
The 4th annual practicum for GPs, LPs, and portfolio company leaders to share practical approaches for using sustainability to strengthen business performance.
Asia-Pacific
IMF – World Bank Group Annual Meetings
IMF, World Bank Group • 12 October 2026 • Bangkok
Fixing financial and economic systems
The annual meetings focusing on global economic development and financial stability.
IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings 2026
International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank • 12 October 2026 • Bangkok, Thailand
Fixing financial and economic systems
The 2026 annual gathering of finance ministers and central bank governors to discuss global economic issues, including sovereign debt and financial stability.
Building a sustainable finance ecosystem in Asia-Pacific and beyond
International Capital Market Association (ICMA) • 14 October 2026 • Bangkok, Thailand
Industry standards and guidance
A high-level workshop exploring practical solutions for sustainable finance, including ESG reporting, data readiness, and digital innovations like RegTech.
2026 GRESB Regional & Partner Insights Events
GRESB • 16 October 2026 • Hong Kong, China
Industry Standards and Guidance
A global series of events exploring strategic priorities and market trends in real assets and GRESB benchmark results.
Bank for International Settlements • 19 October 2026 • Manila, Philippines
Fixing financial and economic systems
A flagship conference focusing on central banking, financial stability, and the transition risks associated with climate change.
CBD COP17 – FfB Foundation Booth and Delegation
Finance for Biodiversity Foundation • 19 October 2026 • Armenia
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
The Finance for Biodiversity Foundation will participate as an official observer at CBD COP17, offering delegation participation and networking opportunities.
Leaders’ Summit on Biodiversity
United Nations • 19 October 2026 • Yerevan, Armenia
A summit for global leaders to address biodiversity loss and progress toward nature-positive targets.
GoImpact • 21 October 2026 • Hong Kong
Product development and trends
A summit focusing on the intersection of green technology and sustainable finance in Hong Kong.
Global Doughnut Day China: Weaving Regenerative Futures
Fabien Zhao • 23 October 2026 • China
Fixing financial and economic systems
An exploration of how Doughnut Economics is being adapted and applied across cities and communities in China to create regenerative futures.
TNFD Nature-Related Financial Risk Event – Yerevan
TNFD (Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures) • 23 October 2026 • Yerevan, Armenia
Industry standards and guidance
Two-day event in central Yerevan covering key nature-related financial topics, aligned with COP17.
Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) • 23 October 2026 • Yerevan, Armenia
Fixing financial and economic systems
A summit focusing on aligning financial flows with the Global Biodiversity Framework and unlocking investment in nature resilience.
1st Global Convening on Informal and Shared Mobility (#GLOCON26)
World Resources Institute • 26 October 2026 • Bangkok
A global event in Bangkok discussing sustainable transport solutions and the role of shared mobility in urban environments.
Pursuing real-economy decarbonisation
International Capital Market Association (ICMA) • 5 November 2026 • The Westin Singapore
A session for young capital markets professionals exploring how transition finance can support real-world decarbonisation and sustainability ambitions.
Unlocking Capital for Sustainability Hong Kong
Eco-Business • 5 November 2026 • Hong Kong
Fixing financial and economic systems
An event focused on financing sustainability and scaling the allocation of capital toward ESG goals.
2026 World Congress of Accountants
IFAC • 17 November 2026 • Seoul, South Korea
Industry standards and guidance
The 2026 World Congress of Accountants brings together global professionals to discuss the role of accountancy in driving trust, sustainability, and innovation.
GRASFI PhD Workshop – Hong Kong
Global Research Alliance for Sustainable Finance and Investment (GRASFI) • 9 December 2026 • HKUST, Hong Kong
A PhD workshop focusing on sustainable finance research, providing students an opportunity to present papers and receive feedback.
Australia/NZ
Zero Waste Aotearoa National Hui 2026
Zero Waste Aotearoa • 12 October 2026 • Ōtautahi, Christchurch
Fixing financial and economic systems
A three-day national hui addressing waste reduction, circular economy, and environmental sustainability practices.
Monthly Member Briefing: Unpacking the Intergenerational Report: What Investors Need to Know
Investor Group on Climate Change • 14 October 2026 • Sydney, Australia
A briefing on the findings of the Australian Treasury’s 2026 Intergenerational Report and its implications for investors regarding energy, electrification, and resilience.
The Reality of Everything – Tāmaki Makaurau
Sustainable Business Network • 14 October 2026 • Auckland, New Zealand
Strategy and Organisational change
A panel discussion and interactive exercise on how businesses can respond to overlapping crises including climate and inequality.
Social Traders • 20 October 2026 • Brisbane, Australia
Impact measurement and verification
Australian gathering focused on impact creation, measurement, and social trade action.
2026 AASB Research Forum – Technology, Trust and Transformation: Accountability in a Digital Economy
Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) • 26 October 2026 • Sydney, Australia
Industry standards and guidance
A two-day forum exploring emerging issues in financial reporting and standard setting, with a focus on for-profit, not-for-profit, and public sectors.
From purpose statements to real decisions: building a wellbeing economy
British New Zealand Business Association • 27 October 2026 • Auckland, New Zealand
Fixing financial and economic systems
An event focused on moving beyond high-level purpose to integrating wellbeing economy principles into business decision-making.
Australian Dialogue on Business and Human Rights
Australian Dialogue on Business and Human Rights • 28 October 2026 • Melbourne, Australia
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
Multi-stakeholder dialogue featuring keynote speakers and expert panels on business and human rights integration and accountability.
B Local Wellington x Kowtow • 29 October 2026 • Wellington, New Zealand
Strategy and Organisational change
A workshop tour and discussion focused on Kowtow’s journey in reshaping the fashion industry through sustainable business practices.
Mindful Money • 4 November 2026 • Auckland, New Zealand
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A fundraising event and auction in Auckland to support the future work of Mindful Money in ethical and impact investment in New Zealand.
ISS STOXX Innovation Forum Sydney: Stewardship, Resilience and Market Trends
ISS STOXX • 5 November 2026 • Sydney, Australia
An in-person forum for institutional investors covering Australian investment trends, risk resilience including climate and biodiversity, and the future of ESG stewardship.
Insurance Council of Australia Annual Conference 2026
Insurance Council of Australia • 6 November 2026 • Sydney, Australia
Industry standards and guidance
Annual conference for insurance industry leaders and regulators covering key opportunities and challenges in the sector.
DBI International Conference 2026
DBI • 19 November 2026 • Melbourne, Australia
Industry standards and guidance
An international conference focused on driving change in the construction industry, featuring a MECLA panel on collaboration and market shifts.
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.
IGCC Summit: A New Investment Reality
Investor Group on Climate Change (IGCC) • 24 November 2026 • Sydney, Australia
IGCC’s flagship summit focusing on the transition to a new investment reality shaped by climate change risks and opportunities for institutional capital.
Sustainable Business Awards 2026
Sustainable Business Network • 26 November 2026 • Auckland, New Zealand
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A gala awards ceremony celebrating New Zealand’s sustainability leaders and showcasing winning ideas.
Australian Human Rights Commission • 10 December 2026 • Australia
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
An awards ceremony celebrating individuals and organisations working for social justice and human rights in Australia.
Africa/Middle East
Clean Energy Ministerial • 11 October 2026 • Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry standards and guidance
A high-level global forum to promote policies and programmes that advance clean energy technology.
Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) • 12 October 2026 • Cape Town, South Africa
Industry standards and guidance
A conference exploring how open standards and geospatial interoperability can support priorities such as climate resilience and land administration in Africa.
OGC Connect Cape Town: Advancing Interoperable Geospatial Solutions for Africa
Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) • 12 October 2026 • Cape Town, South Africa
The 136th OGC Technical Meeting focusing on geospatial challenges including land administration, climate resilience, and interoperable systems in Africa.
Open Source in Energy Access Symposium 2026
World Resources Institute • 26 October 2026 • Rwanda
Fixing financial and economic systems
An in-person symposium in Rwanda focusing on open-source solutions to accelerate energy access in developing regions.
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change • 9 November 2026 • Antalya, Türkiye
Fixing financial and economic systems
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 sustainable development goals.
6th European Sustainable Phosphorus Conference (ESPC6)
European Sustainable Phosphorus Platform (ESPP) • 24 November 2026 • Ben Guerir, Morocco
A conference focused on innovation, circularity, and sustainability in phosphorus use from food systems to mining.
Webinars & Online Events
Towards a 3D Geomodel of Europe Workshop
Geological Service for Europe (GSEU) • 12 October 2026
Industry standards and guidance
An online workshop regarding the development of a unified 3D geomodel to support European resource management.
External Reporting Board (XRB) • 13 October 2026
Industry standards and guidance
An update session on essential assurance developments for practitioners, focusing on reporting and standards.
Chapter Zero Toolkit – What really matters?
Chapter Zero New Zealand • 13 October 2026
Governance and directors’ duties
A webcast launch for the Board Toolkit, detailing a five-step approach to integrating climate and nature into boardroom decision-making.
Global Addressing Webinar Series Part 3: Strategic Roadmap
Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) • 13 October 2026
Industry standards and guidance
A webinar exploring practical approaches to geocoding and address data for governments and geospatial experts, with implications for human rights and community impact.
PRI in Person 2026 – TISFD Participation
Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) / TISFD • 13 October 2026
Industry standards and guidance
A session exploring opportunities to engage with investors and other stakeholders on social-related financial disclosures and inequality-related risks.
Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) • 13 October 2026
Industry Standards and Guidance
Global gathering of responsible investment practitioners in Amsterdam.
REDUCE NOW: Finding Facility Projects That Pay Back
Trellis Group • 13 October 2026
This session addresses the translation of emissions data into fundable energy projects, building the business case for decarbonisation and coordinating execution across teams.
Science-Based Targets for Nature 2.0 Launch Webinar
Science Based Targets Network • 13 October 2026
Industry standards and guidance
Launch event for SBTN 2.0, introducing updated methods for nature-related assessment, target-setting, and implementation alongside TNFD and NPI.
Seeing hidden harm clearly: a practical workshop series
S360 • 13 October 2026
Strategy and Organisational change
A multi-week online workshop series focused on identifying and addressing hidden social and environmental harms within business operations.
Sovereignty is not solitude: Canada’s strategy for democratic technology leadership
Chatham House • 13 October 2026
Governance and directors’ duties
A discussion on how trust and sovereign control shape the approach to AI and economic growth, featuring Canada’s Minister of AI and Digital Innovation.
Strengthening the Role of Blue Foods in National Climate Planning and Action
World Resources Institute • 13 October 2026
A webinar exploring how aquatic foods can be integrated into national climate strategies to enhance food security and mitigation.
SuperReturn Global Infrastructure 2026
SuperReturn • 13 October 2026
A conference for senior private infrastructure and real assets leaders covering investment trends across energy, digital infrastructure, and sustainable infrastructure solutions.
Webinaire Paroles d’élus : les enjeux climatiques au cœur de l’action publique
ADEME • 13 October 2026
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A webinar sharing local government experiences in putting climate issues at the heart of public action.
Finding our hidden power: reclaiming our agency in the private wealth system
Good Ancestor Movement • 14 October 2026
Fixing financial and economic systems
An online session for wealth holders and advisors discussing how to reclaim agency and widen influence within the private wealth system.
The next Monthly Climate Brief: El Niño, climate change and agriculture
Climate Central • 14 October 2026
A webinar discussing recent global climate indicators, the intensification of El Niño, and the specific impacts of climate change on the agricultural sector.
From Evidence to Investment: The systemic challenges facing nature-based infrastructure
International Institute for Sustainable Development • 15 October 2026
Fixing financial and economic systems
A webinar addressing how to mobilise finance and create viable investment models for nature-based infrastructure projects.
The Politicization of Responsible Investment
Investors for Purpose • 15 October 2026
A webinar exploring the political backlash against ESG and responsible investment in the US and Europe and what it means for long-term asset allocators.
Seeds Impact Conference – Second Edition
Parry Field Lawyers • 19 October 2026
A free online impact investing and ESG conference featuring multiple sessions on sustainable finance and responsible investment practices.
Chapter Zero New Zealand • 20 October 2026
Governance and directors’ duties
A breakfast event featuring directors from Fonterra, IAG, Infratil, and Summerset discussing the practical application of climate strategy and resilience in New Zealand.
Change starts here: Free primary prevention training
Our Watch • 20 October 2026
Strategy and Organisational change
A 90-minute introductory session on the ‘Change the story’ framework for preventing violence against women.
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.
Global Sustainable Insurance Summit: A Virtual Webinar Series
Ceres • 20 October 2026
Product development and trends
A webinar series exploring strategies for climate resilience in the insurance industry and emerging products like parametric solutions.
How to Turn Sustainable Procurement into a Growth Lever
Trellis • 20 October 2026
Exploring how sustainability in the supply chain can drive business growth and competitive advantage while addressing climate and human rights issues.
Industrial transformation in Europe
European Environment Agency • 20 October 2026
This webinar explores Europe’s industrial transformation, launching a new report on clean competitiveness and enabling conditions for a green economy.
Introduction to the Review of the Accounting Standards Framework – Part 2
XRB (External Reporting Board) • 20 October 2026
Industry standards and guidance
A webinar focusing on public sector tiers, thresholds, and reporting framework options for Tier 1 and Tier 2 entities as part of the Accounting Standards Framework review.
WIPO Webinar: Green Robotics in Action
World Intellectual Property Organization • 20 October 2026
Explores how eco-friendly robotic technologies are addressing environmental challenges across daily life and industry.
B Corp basics: What is certification?
B Lab AANZ • 21 October 2026
Industry standards and guidance
An introductory session covering the foundations of the B Corp movement and the process of obtaining B Corp Certification.
Online Briefing: The Price of Survival Report Launch
Consumer Action Law Centre • 21 October 2026
A webinar launching a new report on financial stress and the cost-of-living crisis featuring Scott Pape.
2026 Africa Sustainable Futures Awards
World Bank Group • 22 October 2026
Impact measurement and verification
An awards ceremony celebrating sustainable development and innovation in the African context.
Data Centers and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in En-ROADS Webinar
Climate Interactive • 22 October 2026
A webinar exploring the integration of data centres and AI electricity demand into the En-ROADS Climate Solutions Simulator, covering grid decarbonisation and emissions impacts.
Making the Case for Climate Justice: Research, Communities, and the Law
Oil Change International • 22 October 2026
A webinar featuring legal experts exploring the role of litigation, research, and advocacy in the global movement to end fossil fuel dependence.
Scaling living income: integrating living income into due diligence policy and the case of the CSDDD
ISEAL • 22 October 2026
A workshop exploring how to integrate living income requirements into the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
SDSN and Springer Nature • 22 October 2026
A webinar exploring how research and innovative financial mechanisms can inform policy to end deforestation.
Scope 2 in Practice: How the Rules Are Changing and What to Do Now
Trellis • 22 October 2026
Industry standards and guidance
Practitioner-focused webinar on upcoming changes to Scope 2 greenhouse gas accounting rules.
Sustainability TrendsWatch 2026 – Session 2
UN Global Compact Academy • 22 October 2026
Product development and trends
A webinar series designed to unpack the latest trends and insights on the future of corporate sustainability.
Charities Forum – For CEOs and Chairs of Charities
Parry Field Lawyers • 23 October 2026
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
A quarterly forum to update the sector on developments and discuss research and policy prepared for local and central government.
October Policy Hub: The European Pillar of Social Rights turns ten
Impact Europe • 27 October 2026
This webinar discusses the future of the European Pillar of Social Rights and Spain’s Social Economy PERTE, focusing on strategic priorities for social investment.
Routes to Transformation – Rebuilding Momentum for Sustainable Transformation
GlobeScan, Volans, and ERM • 29 October 2026
Fixing financial and economic systems
A webinar discussing findings from ‘Sustainability at a Crossroads 2026’ and the pathways to systemic sustainability progress.
Australian Human Rights Commission • 2 November 2026
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
An annual anti-racism flagship event bringing together practitioners and academics to discuss racism and human rights pathways.
Grant Matching Workshops for Tribal Nations
The Tribal Funding Registry • 4 November 2026
Sustainable financial advice and consulting
Workshops and open hours for Native-led organisations to refine funding strategies and navigate grant challenges.
Release of the Global Forestry Natural Capital Report
Capitals Coalition, ISFC, and TNFD • 5 November 2026
Impact measurement and verification
The launch event for a report establishing a harmonised approach to valuing forest ecosystem services in monetary terms.
Démarrer et structurer un observatoire de friches en 6 étapes
ADEME • 9 November 2026
A webinar on establishing a monitoring system for brownfield sites to support land reuse and sustainable urban planning.
Financial and Sustainability Disclosure Regulation Conference – Online
European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI) • 13 November 2026
A conference focusing on EFRAG standards, climate transition plans, and supply chain disclosure under CSRD and CSDDD.
Balancing Programme Optimisation Focus Group
NESO • 16 November 2026
A focus group session regarding the optimisation of the Balancing Programme within the UK energy grid.
Competition policy conference 2026
Chatham House • 17 November 2026
This conference explores how security, industrial strategy, and technological sovereignty are shaping digital regulation and FDI screening.
Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) • 18 November 2026
Industry standards and guidance
An annual gathering for endowment and foundation stakeholders to collaborate on sustainable and mission-aligned investment practices.
CPA Australia Sustainability Conference
CPA Australia • 19 November 2026
Industry standards and guidance
A conference for risk teams and finance leaders to understand the evolving sustainability reporting landscape.
9th Annual ICMA & JSDA Sustainable Bond Conference
ICMA & JSDA • 25 November 2026
Industry standards and guidance
An annual conference dedicated to sustainable bond market developments, standards, and trends in Japan and globally.
UFZ Planetare Lösungen: Wissen, was wirkt
Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) • 25 November 2026
Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
Annual reception discussing sustainable solutions to environmental crises including biodiversity loss and climate change with guests from politics and business.
Introduction to the Review of the Accounting Standards Framework – Part 3
XRB (External Reporting Board) • 8 December 2026
Industry standards and guidance
A webinar discussing not-for-profit tiers, thresholds, and reporting framework options as part of the Accounting Standards Framework review.
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
Altiorem is the world’s first community-built sustainable finance library.
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.
