Risk Insights ESG GPS Sustainable Newsletter
DEAR VALUED RISK INSIGHTSTM /ESG GPSTM SUBSCRIBER,
Welcome to the October edition of Risk Insights' Monthly Sustainable Newsletter! We’re excited to reconnect with you and bring you up to date with our latest initiatives and achievements.
In this edition, we’ll recap the highlights of October, spotlight some of our key projects, and share what’s on the horizon as we strive to create lasting impact. Join us on our journey toward advancing sustainable practices, promoting transparency, and building a future where environmental, social, and governance goals take centre stage.
AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2024 Event: Risk Insights' Founder and Chair participated in a prestigious panel on ESG Integration – Shaping Sustainable Investment Strategies at AFSIC - Investing in Africa annual conference in London, alongside industry leaders. To watch click here.
IRMSA Conference Announcement: Risk Insights proudly contributed to the IRMSA 2024 conference presenting "Empowering Africa and enhancing global ESG standards." with key highlights on the vital role of ESG integration in sustainable development and deepening financial markets.
New Episode of ESG Matters with Risk Insights: Join Anushka Bogdanov in ESG Matters with RI as she returns to discuss transformative 2024 ESG updates, from climate impacts and renewable energy to regulatory changes and Africa’s emerging ESG leadership. Dive into timely insights on biodiversity, green finance, and the growing call for data transparency to drive a sustainable future. To listen to the episode, click here.
Risk Insights Contributes to Contemporary Sustainable Organisational Practices: Risk Insights is excited to announce its contribution to the Springer published textbook, Contemporary Sustainable Organisational Practices. Book can be found here.
The 2nd Annual Anti-Corruption, Ethics, and Compliance Conference 2024: RI is taking part in the Panel Discussion topic, “Business integrity and the gender dimension of corruption”. Join us for an insightful discussion lead by leading experts in the field.
Risk Insights and Capacity-building Alliance of Sustainable Investment (“CASI”) in China: Risk Insights is proud to announce its as a knowledge member with CASI. This partnership underscores our commitment to advancing sustainable investment and building capacity for Africa.
Webinar with Fusion: We invite you to join our upcoming webinar, hosted in partnership with Fusion Asset Management, where we’ll explore the "Impact of ESG on Capital Adequacy and Provisions for Banks." This session will delve into how ESG considerations are reshaping capital requirements and provisions in the banking sector.
Keep an eye out for upcoming webinars, industry conferences, and collaborative initiatives as we strive to promote sustainability and drive meaningful change. Together, we can seize the opportunities ahead and create a lasting impact on our communities in Africa and beyond. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of innovation, collaboration, and inspiration!
AFSIC - Investing in Africa 2024 Event
Earlier this month, Risk Insights’ Founder and Chair had the distinct honour of participating in a pivotal panel on ESG Integration – Shaping Sustainable Investment Strategies at AFSIC - Investing in Africa, held in London. Sharing the stage with esteemed panellists Nadia Guivel, Avinash Mishra, Julien Draper, Kapil Kanungo, and Christian Winkler, our presence underscored Risk Insights’ commitment to advancing sustainable finance on a global scale. This prestigious gathering highlighted the critical role of ESG principles in Africa’s investment landscape and offered a unique platform to exchange ideas with influential leaders who are driving sustainable change. It was a privilege to contribute our expertise and insights, reinforcing our dedication to fostering impactful, sustainable investment strategies for Africa’s future.
IRMSA Conference 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Risk Insights played a key role in this year's Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA) conference, held from October 1-2, 2024, at the Gallagher Convention Centre. The event, themed "In Action – Managing the risks to secure a sustainable future," gathered industry experts to explore innovative approaches to risk management and sustainability.
Our CEO, presented a session on "Empowering Africa and enhancing global ESG standards" on October 2. We shared insights on the importance of ESG integration for sustainable development in Africa, emphasizing the critical role of risk management in fostering responsible growth. This presentation highlighted Risk Insights' commitment to advancing ESG standards and supporting Africa’s sustainable investment landscape.
The IRMSA 2024 conference was a valuable platform for fostering dialogue around building resilience, creating impactful strategies, and setting a benchmark for ESG excellence in Africa. We extend our gratitude to IRMSA and all attendees for a successful conference, as we continue to work towards a sustainable future through strategic risk management and ESG advocacy.
Risk Insights Contributes to Contemporary Sustainable Organisational Practices
We are thrilled to announce that Risk Insights has made a significant contribution to the newly published textbook, Contemporary Sustainable Organisational Practices. Our chapter, titled "Leadership Gender Diversity as a Factor Driving ESG Disclosure: Overview of the Global and Emerging Markets," delves into the essential role that gender diversity in leadership plays in promoting ESG transparency and sustainability across both global and emerging markets.
In our contribution, we explore how diverse leadership not only enhances decision-making but also drives better outcomes in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. As the world increasingly prioritizes sustainability, our insights highlight the urgent need for organizations to embrace gender diversity as a strategic imperative.
We are proud to be part of this vital discourse on sustainability transformation, which is crucial for building resilient and inclusive organizations. We invite you to support our work by accessing and downloading the publication to explore our findings and recommendations further.
Thank you for your continued support as we strive to lead in the field of sustainability!
Read the chapter here: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-62474-2#affiliations
Risk Insights and Fusion Asset Management Webinar
We invite you to join our upcoming webinar, hosted in partnership with Fusion Asset Management, where we’ll explore the "Impact of ESG on Capital Adequacy and Provisions for Banks." This session will delve into how ESG considerations are reshaping capital requirements and provisions in the banking sector. Please save the date – November 20th. Invitation for the will be shared shortly.
Topics of Discussion:
• The Future of Banking and Capital Management: Examining the integration of Basel standards and ESG ratings in capital management.
• Academic Perspectives on ESG: Insights into recent research trends impacting the sector.
• ESG Models and Services: A look at the latest tools for effective ESG risk assessment.
• International Regulatory Context: Aligning ESG frameworks with global regulatory requirements and internal risk management systems in banking.
Mark your calendar for this impactful discussion on the evolving role of ESG in banking and gain valuable insights into navigating this critical aspect of sustainable finance.
New Episode of ESG Matters with Risk Insights
Join Anushka Bogdanov, host of ESG Matters with RI, as she returns with renewed energy to discuss pivotal 2024 updates that have reshaped the ESG landscape. After a personal health journey, Anushka dives into essential topics, including climate events, renewable energy progress, regulatory shifts, and the complex landscape of ESG ratings. Discover the latest on carbon capture, biodiversity, green finance, and how Africa’s growing ESG footprint is leading the way with data-driven transparency. Highlights include Climate and severe weather updates affecting global and local economies Renewable energy advancements and goals for 2030 Key regulations, from the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive to Africa’s mandatory ESG disclosures Conflicts in ESG ratings and the importance of transparency The rise of biodiversity as a financial theme and Africa’s role in carbon markets Be part of the change with insights from Risk Insights’ data-driven, independent ESG approach. Let's create a sustainable future, informed by genuine ESG metrics. Subscribe for more updates on global ESG trends!
Risk Insights and CASI
Risk Insights is proud to announce our partnership with Capacity-Building Alliance of Sustainable Investment (CASI). This partnership underscores our commitment to advancing sustainable investment and building capacity within the sector.
We look forward to collaborating with CASI and its network of members to co-create impactful solutions and drive meaningful change. Together, we can foster a more sustainable future for all
The 2nd Annual Anti-Corruption, Ethics, and Compliance Conference 2024
We're excited to announce that Risk Insights' Interim CEO, Andrey Bogdanov, will be joining a distinguished panel at the upcoming Anti-Corruption Ethics &Compliance Conference 2024. The panel, moderated by Pontso Nyathi, will delve into the topic of 'Business Integrity and the Gender Dimensions of Corruption.' Together with experts Jennifer Sarvary Bradford from UNODC and Devoshum Moodley-Veera from the South African government, this discussion will highlight critical insights into the intersection of integrity, ethics, and gender in combating corruption. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with global thought leaders on November 6-7 at the Indaba Hotel.
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