SMU Sustainable Investment

The Sustainable Fitch Webinar Join ESG experts from Sustainable Fitch as they discuss pressing topics in sustainable finance and sustainability issues. Experience a live introduction to Sustainable Fitch and get to know the career opportunities available at the company. 📆 Date: 3 April 2025 🕣 Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM 📍 Venue: Zoom TBA, Link will be sent to participants after sign-ups. Speakers: Candice Low, Director at Sustainable Fitch Melissa Cheok, Associate Director at Sustainable Fitch Event Highlights: Introduction to Sustainable Fitch | Panel Discussion | Q&A and Networking Session Register by 2 April 2025 11:59 PM through this link (https://lnkd.in/gSFEyWJX) Slots are on a first come first serve basis. See you there!

Thank you LSE SU Green Finance Society for featuring the works of our research directors, Jia Xin Lee, Tan Chong Kai, Adele Lim. We look forward to engaging in more research collaborations in the future.

Last 7 March, SMU Sustainable Investment, in partnership with Crédit Agricole Singapore, successfully concluded the Crédit Agricole Sustainable Finance Case Competition 🌿 Four outstanding teams pitched their best sustainable finance investment opportunities to our esteemed panel of judges, showcasing innovative solutions for a more sustainable future. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all participating teams for your diligence, creativity, and commitment. Your ideas are a testament to the immense potential of sustainable investing.💚 Special thanks to our distinguished judges Sylvia Chen, Roy Chan, William Koo, and Ivan Yap, CMT, CESGA, the dedicated organising committee, , and Credit Agricole Singapore for making this event a grand success. Together, let's continue to drive meaningful change in the finance industry! #SustainableFinance #CaseCompetition

🌍 Empowering the next generation in sustainable finance We recently organised the Groupe Crédit Agricole x SMU Sustainable Investment Case Competition with Amundi and Indosuez Wealth Management, the first in Singapore that integrates perspectives across corporate and investment banking, private wealth, and asset management. With nearly 200 registrations from universities across Singapore, the competition attracted an extensive range of ideas and insights on #sustainableinvesting, particularly with the use of the Singapore-Asia Taxonomy. The four finalist teams presented their innovative solutions to a distinguished panel of judges: Roy Chan, our Head of Sustainable Investment Banking for Southeast Asia, India & Australia, Sylvia Chen, Head of ESG at Amundi South Asia, Ivan Yap, CMT, CESGA, Director for Markets, Investment & Structuring at Indosuez Wealth Management, and William Koo, SMU Adjunct Lecturer. Congratulations to the finalist Teams Carbon Cutters, Starstainable, Impact Alpha from across Singapore Management University and National University of Singapore, and notably to Team Green Horizon from SMU, who emerged as champions! 🏆 The event concluded with a dinner reception that provided students the opportunity to network with sustainability professionals across the Groupe Crédit Agricole. As a pioneer and leader in #sustainablefinance, we look forward to more initiatives where we support the development of young talented individuals and empower the next generation, with the drive to shape a more sustainable future ahead.

Last Saturday, we welcomed our newest batch of Investment Analysts for A.Y 2024-2025 with our latest sustainability bootcamp. Over the next two terms, our analysts will dive deep into the world of sustainable finance, mastering the skills and knowledge to shape a better future. As our analysts embark on this journey, we look forward to witnessing their growth and the positive impact they'll make on the future of sustainable finance. Here's to forming valuable connections, embracing endless learning opportunities, and shaping a better world together! A heartfelt thank you to our event & research directors, Nina May Homburg, Kirsten Goh, and Keith Goh, Ethan Cheng, Tan Chong Kai, Jia Xin Lee, Darren Marcus Loo for planning our first bootcamp for 2025. Thank you to our team leaders and investment directors, Astrid Y., Vigneshvar Mohana Murali, Wei Jing Sim, and Palanivelu Siva. Best of luck to all our analysts, and we look forward to the incredible progress our analysts will make in the coming terms. 💚 #SMUSI #SustainableFinance #InvestmentAnalysts

🌱  Are you ready to shape the future of sustainable finance? 🌱 Join the CA Group x SMU SI Sustainable Finance Case Competition where you'll explore diverse perspectives from leading financial institutions on applying the Singapore-Asia Taxonomy and sectoral decarbonisation. What to expect  📚 Exposure to sustainable finance within financial institutions  🌟 Mentorship from leading sustainable finance professionals 🏆 Cash prizes totalling to $5000 for the top teams Don't miss your chance to gain real-world insights and make a lasting impact in the world of sustainable finance! Form your team of 3-5 members and sign-up through this link (https://lnkd.in/g-2c7Q-V).  Registration closes on 1 Feb 2025 at 11:59 PM.

🌱 Excited about making a real difference in the world of finance and sustainability? SMU Sustainable Investment (SMU SI) invites you to embark on a journey that shapes the future of sustainable finance. As Singapore’s first and largest student club dedicated to sustainable finance, SMU SI provides a unique platform for students to make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re looking to connect with like-minded peers as a General Member or dive deeper into ESG analysis as an Investment Analyst, there’s a place for you in our community. 📢 Open Roles: · General Members: Expand your understanding of sustainable finance, attend impactful events, and connect with a vibrant community. · Investment Analysts: Engage in hands-on projects, sharpen your analytical skills, and explore real-world applications of ESG principles. 🗓 Deadline: 5 January, 11:59 PM. 🔗 Access our information deck through the link in our bio to learn more. Join us in advancing the role of sustainability in finance and contributing to a better future. Together, we can create real change. #SMUSustainableInvestment #SustainableFinance #EmpoweringStudents #FinanceWithPurpose

This October 10th, we held our annual Sustainable Investment Summit! We are delighted to announce the publication of our Event Impact Report, featuring: 📊 Event Highlights: A detailed recap of our information sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities that brought together 148 students and 39 professionals to explore sustainable finance. 💡Key Insights: Exclusive contributions from our panellists, Georg Kell, Rajeev Kannan, Kelvin Tan, Boon Chye Loh who shared their expertise on global trends, just energy transitions, and the transformative role of AI in sustainability. 🌱 Sustainability Practices: From hosting at eco-certified venues to achieving <5% food wastage, we exercised sustainable event planning to achieve our benchmarks. 🤝 Building Connections: Stories of inspiration as students connected with professionals from 5 diverse disciplines, gaining insights into impactful career pathways in sustainable finance. 🎯 Empowering the Future: With 98% of attendees motivated to pursue sustainability electives, and 91% gaining more clarity from our panel discussion, our summit has become a catalyst for fostering the next generation of sustainability professionals. ✨ Read our report and dive deeper into the impact of SIS 2024 and join us in driving sustainable change! Thank you to our editorial team, Jia Xue Lee Natalie Tan, Magnar Tan and Adele Lim for authoring this report. We would also like to thank the Singapore Green Finance Centre for their contributions. Moreover, we extend our gratitude to our organising committee for making SIS 2024 a huge success. Chairpersons: Han Wei Chen Andrew So Finance & Administration: Jia Xue Lee, Natalie Tan, Magnar Tan External Relations: Rachael Chan Lee Ryan, Timothy Tay Darren Marcus Loo, Dorothy Lye Programs & Curriculuum: Kai Ze Tam, Nekeisha Ng, Julio Tan. Krystal Tan, Yogert Lim, Marcus Tan Marketing & Communications: Asia Wong Julianna Gawson, Devina Kwee Thank you to everyone who attended and supported us during SIS 2024. We look forward to seeing you again at our future events. Let us continue to pave the way for a more sustainable future. #SIS2024 #EventImpactReport #Sustainability

Once again, SMU Sustainable Investment Club had another Beneath-The-Surface speaker event! 🌎     We were honoured to host the Nordea Asset Management team as our guest speakers, who shared their approach to responsible investing, stewardship practices, and perspectives on the future of decarbonization and the energy transition.     A huge thank you to Eric Christian Pedersen, Head of Responsible Investing, who visited Singapore this week, and Ana Dhoraisingam, Head of Asia Pacific ex-Japan Sales & Distribution & CEO, for sharing your valuable insights with our students throughout the event!      We also extend our gratitude to Jeslyn Chia, Associate Director for Sales & Distribution, and Travis Lai, Client Service Manager, Asia Pacific ex-Japan, for dedicating your time and insights with us! 💚     Here are some key takeaways from our analysts who attended the session:  “It was encouraging to see Nordea's ownership activities increasingly focused on sustainable investments. A significant portion of their capital is allocated to these investments, and they plan to expand further. They shared with us the benefits of sustainable investing, along with some fascinating insights into investor psychology—pointing out that many investors actually favour these types of investments. Nordea’s strong ESG focus is clearly positioned to drive meaningful change for the long term.”     “Eric shared with us some of Nordea's investment philosophy, highlighting their long-term approach to decision making. During the Q&A, he emphasized how Nordea is investing in its sustainable capabilities as ESG becomes increasingly central to modern finance. He also shared that Nordea is looking to collaborate with more companies in reducing environmental and social impacts, ensuring that their efforts resonate with the values of their investors.”     Thank you, Nordea Asset Management, for an inspiring session that encouraged future stewards in sustainable finance!     #sustainability #sustainablefinance #esgintegration #stewardship

🌱 The SMU Sustainable Investment Club (SMU SI) proudly presents our latest SI Digest article titled, "The Critical Role of Nature Finance." As the global economy increasingly depends on natural ecosystems, the article explores how Nature Finance can serve as a catalyst for sustainable growth. In this edition, we examine how nature finance is emerging as a crucial pillar for both environmental preservation and economic resilience. With over half of the global GDP linked to nature's resources, the financial community faces an urgent call to value and protect our ecosystems. The article covers key financial innovations, such as green bonds and carbon markets, and outlines the challenges of integrating natural capital into financial systems. It also highlights how nature-based financial strategies can drive sustainable development while addressing the pressing issues of biodiversity loss and climate change. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our dedicated SI Research Directors, SMU SI’s Research Directors, Clive Tan, Adele Lim, Lam Ting Kang, and SGFC’s Senior Research Fellow Maria Teresa Punzi, whose expertise and dedication made this piece possible.    Access the full article via the link in our bio and engage with us by sharing your thoughts. Stay connected with our LinkedIn page for more insightful articles in our SI Digest series, exploring the latest trends in sustainable finance.    Link to the piece: https://lnkd.in/gFNDWx4y     #SMUSustainableInvestment #SustainableFinance #NatureFinance #GreenEconomy #Biodiversity #ClimateSolutions #FinancialInnovation #SMUSI #SustainabilityLeadership #SIDigest