Sustainable Finance in Action: Corporate Transition Planning for a Climate-Resilient Future

This panel will concentrate on the pivotal role of corporate climate transition strategies and sustainable finance, aiming to enhance climate resilience in Hong Kong. As businesses face increasing pressures from climate change, developing comprehensive transition plans that integrate climate considerations into their business models for effective emissions reduction and resilience building is essential. This session will highlight best practices for aligning transition strategies with evolving regulatory frameworks, which emphasises the importance of climate risk management and the integration of financial implications into decision-making processes.

Key discussions will centre on utilising scenario analysis and climate risk stress testing assess potential impacts on financial performance and resilience. By presenting actionable approaches and success stories, this session aims to equip businesses with the knowledge and tools necessary to ensure their transition strategies are robust, financially sound, and aligned with the goal of fostering a climate-resilient future.

Learnings:

• Identify key components of corporate climate transition planning with a focus on sustainable finance integration
• Explore best practices for aligning transition strategies with regulatory frameworks, including climate risk management
• Understand how to assess climate risks and financial impacts using scenario analysis and stress testing

Post-event Actions:

• Develop actionable transition plans that incorporate sustainable finance practices to enhance climate resilience
• Utilise scenario analysis and stress testing to inform decision-making and planning for climate risk management
• Foster collaboration among financial institutions and corporates to share insights and best practices in climate transition strategies