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SSF Newsletter December 2023
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New Horizons
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Dear Sir or Madam,
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Yesterday, COP28 came to an end. Not with the clear commitment to a phase-out of fossil fuels we were hoping for, but at least with a compromise stating the aim of “transitioning away from fossil fuels in energy systems, in a just, orderly and equitable manner,…”. Much as the objective is not precise and measurable enough, many agree that it marks the beginning of a fossil-free world.
With Jean Laville, an SSF team member from the first hour is leaving us. We will miss his long-year experience and in-depth knowledge in sustainable finance, his critical mind and his great team spirit. Read the short interview with him about his key take-aways from his time at SSF.
Given the strong dynamics in sustainable finance, all of you reading this newsletter have probably had a very busy year. We wish you a wonderful holiday season with joyful moments and some quiet days to gather new energy for the year to come.
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Kind regards
Sabine Döbeli
SSF CEO
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SSF activities at a glance
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New publication: SSF Spotlight on Derivatives
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This SSF Spotlight provides concrete guidance on aligning derivative usage with sustainability objectives and enhancing transparency in sustainable investing. Read the Spotlight here.
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Insights on Sustainable Real Estate Investments
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At this SSF webinar held on 4 December, Laura Archer-Svoboda, Research Associate at the ZHAW School of Management and Law and Hendrik Kimmerle, Senior Project Manager at SSF outlined the recent SSF publication on sustainable real estate. Additionally, presentations were given by industry expert Alexandros Gratsias, CFA, Head Sustainable Real Estate Investments at Bank J. Safra Sarasin AG and Prof. Eric Jondeau, Professor of Finance at the University of Lausanne.
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SSF Asset Owner Workshop: Applying the ASIP ESG Reporting Standard
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This workshop on 11 December brought together 30 Swiss institutional asset owners to share experiences around implementing the recommendations of the ASIP ESG Reporting Standard published in December 2022. SSF Members can access the presentations in the members’ section and a summary can be read here.
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Jean Laville, SSF Deputy CEO leaving SSF
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Open SSF Position – Senior Project Manager (80-90%)
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SSF is seeking a dynamic senior project manager with a strong background in sustainable finance and in communication to support the organisation in promoting sustainability in the Swiss financial centre. We look forward to receiving applications from interested experts.
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Regulatory and market news
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Swiss News
International News
Market News
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New SSF members and network partners
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We are happy to welcome the following organisations as new SSF members:
The full list of our members and network partners, now standing at 246, can be found here.
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SSF and sustainable finance in the media
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Nature Target Setting Framework for Asset Managers and Asset Owners
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This beta version of the guidance document “Nature Target Setting Framework for Asset Managers and Asset Owners”, developed with the members of the Finance for Biodiversity (FfB) Foundation, aims to create a shared understanding and common language for investors. The scope for the moment is listed equity and corporate bonds and proposes four types of nature targets; initiation targets, sectoral targets, engagement targets and portfolio coverage targets.
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Time to Plan for a Future Beyond 1.5 Degrees
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This short pamphlet by NatureFinance poses the question of whether current systems are equipped to limit warming to 1.5 degrees and what will happen if this is not achieved. It outlines three systemic features that must be considered in any successful transition to a 1.5 Degree world –refugees, food security and finance.
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Facilitated Emissions
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The Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) is an industry-led initiative that helps financial institutions assess and disclose their indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions related to their financial activities. This document is the first version of the Facilitated Emissions Standard. It provides detailed methodological guidance for the measurement and disclosure of GHG emissions associated with capital market transactions.
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Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB): Guidance for banks PRB Nature Target Setting
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This new publication from PRB gives guidance for banks on Nature Target Setting, particularly when it comes to lending activities, on or off balance sheet investing activities and capital market activities.
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Kind Regards,
The SSF Team
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