Organized by the Institute of Sustainability and Technology, co-organized by the World Economic Forum’s GAEA (Giving to Amplify Earth Action) Initiative, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum as the Knowledge Partner and the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and InvestHK of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region as Host Partners.
John Lee (Chief Executive, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region)
Gim Huay Neo (Managing Director, World Economic Forum)
Poman Lo (Founder, Institute of Sustainability and Technology; Founding Managing Partner,AlphaTrio Capital)
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Prof Klaus Schwab* (Founder and Executive Chairman, World Economic Forum; Global Co-Chair, Giving to Amplify Earth Action (GAEA)
Prof Poman Lo (Founder, Institute of Sustainability and Technology)
H.E. Amina J. Mohammed* (Deputy Secretary-General, United Nations)
Mr Ray Dalio*(Founder and (Former) Chief Investment Officer, Bridgewater Associates; Global Co-Chair, Giving to Amplify Earth Action (GAEA))
The Hon John KC Lee, GBM, SBS, PDSM, PMSH (Chief Executive, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region)
Ms Gim Huay Neo (Managing Director, World Economic Forum)
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John Lee (Chief Executive, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region)
Gim Huay Neo (Managing Director, World Economic Forum)
Poman Lo (Founder, Institute of Sustainability and Technology; Founding Managing Partner,AlphaTrio Capital)
Incl. 5 min buffer for MC
Dr Peter Lee Ka-kit, GBS, JP (Chairman, Henderson Land Group and The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited)
Mr Chavalit Frederick Tsao (Chairman, IMC Pan Asia Alliance Group; Founder, OCTAVE Institute)
Ms Amy Lo (Chairman, UBS Global Wealth Management Asia, Head and Chief Executive, UBS Hong Kong)
H.S.H. Prince Maximilian von und zu Liechtenstein (Member of the House of Liechtenstein)
Mr Jim Coulter (Founding Partner, Executive Chairman, TPG Capital; Managing Partner, TPG Rise Climate)
Dr Robin Zeng (Founder, Chairman and General Manager, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co, Limited, CATL)
Description: This session promises to be a pivotal event at the conference, commencing with a featured presentation on Planetary Boundaries delivered by a renowned scientist in the field, joined by an expert panel looking into Climate Standards, Policies & Regulations, spotlighting Asia’s role, and the need for Asia leaders to take bold steps and contribute effectively to global efforts in stabilising planetary boundaries.
Attendees will gain essential insights into the nine planetary boundaries framework, understanding the magnitude and complexity of environmental challenges we face. This session emphasises the urgent need to transition from CO2-centric models to a more holistic approach that encompasses all nine critical planetary boundaries.
It's a clarion call for business leaders and decision-makers to adopt transformational strategies grounded in scientific knowledge and environmental stewardship. The keynote will cover the current landscape of climate and nature solutions, providing a deep dive into what is necessary to ensure resilience, equity, and prosperity for humanity. This includes highlighting key challenges and opportunities that the global community should prioritise in the coming year to stabilise these boundaries.
Following the keynote, a dynamic panel discussion will delve into the evolving landscape of climate action criteria and benchmarks, exploring the vital nexus between verification standards, policy framework and regulatory environment. It also explores scalable tools for corporate entities to innovate cost-effective solutions, identify critical issues, and strengthen resilience against complex climate challenges.
Presentation: Prof Johan Rockström (Director, Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research)
Moderator: Prof Christine Loh, SBS, JP, OBE (Chief Development Strategist, Institute for the Environment, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology)
Panelists:
Mr Hiro Mizuno (Founder and CEO, Good Steward Partners, LLC)
Mr Jingdong Hua (Vice-Chair, International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB); Former Vice President and Treasurer, World Bank)
Mr Scott Vaughan (International Chief Advisor, China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED))
H.E. Vuk Jeremić (President, Center for International Relations and Sustainable Development (CIRSD); 67th President, United Nations General Assembly)
Description: Investors actively seek to finance sustainable solutions, driving the surge in green, social, and sustainability-linked financial instruments. Meanwhile, the landscape of financial services is now experiencing a dynamic evolution, converging sustainability and ground-breaking technologies of AI, blockchain, IoT, and sensor technologies which considerably scales up sustainable finance, alongside enhancing accessibility, impact, and reach.
By empowering and showcasing innovators’ skills, talent, and capability in addressing global climate and nature challenges, this panel delves into the intersections of technology and sustainable finance and unlocks the investments needed to support the next generation of climate and nature unicorns, focusing particularly on impact multiplier solutions.
Moderator: Mr Arthur Yuen, JP (Deputy Chief Executive, Hong Kong Monetary Authority)
Panelists:
Ms Christine Kung (Senior Director, Head of International Affairs and Sustainable Finance, Securities and Future Commission)
Ms Daphne Wat (Deputy Chief Executive, China Construction Bank (Asia) Corporation Limited)
Mr John Lee (Vice Chairman and Co-Head of Asia Country Coverage Global Banking, UBS Investment Bank)
Dr Mark Konyn (Group Chief Investment Officer, AIA)
Ms Tomomi Shimada (Lead Sustainable Investing Strategist for Asia Pacific, Executive Director, J. P. Morgan Asset Management)
Description: Climate tech funding reached USD 52 billion in 2022, comprising over a quarter of all venture capital investments. Businesses must navigate the intersection of technology and sustainability to address pressing global challenges.
This session aims to bring together Asian leaders to discuss leveraging Hong Kong’s status as a global financial and technological hub to address climate and nature crises through impact investing.
Additionally, it will explore how industries can proactively mitigate climate and nature crises and foster a more equitable, sustainable future.
Moderator: Mr Paul Loo (Chief Operating Officer, Lalamove)
Panelists:
Dr Arunava Majumdar (Dean, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability)
Mr Brian Gu (Vice Chairman, XPENG)
Mr Jingwen Tao (Board Member and Chairman of the Corporate Sustainable Development Committee, Huawei)
Prof Nancy Y. Ip, SBS, BBS, MH, JP (President, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology)
The Hon Christopher Hui Ching-yu, GBS, JP (Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region)
Mr Chavalit Frederick Tsao (Chairman, IMC Pan Asia Alliance Group; Founder, OCTAVE Institute) and Prof Poman Lo (Founder, Institute of Sustainability and Technology)
Zhenmin Liu (Special Envoy for Climate Change, Ministry of Ecology and Environment of thePeople’s Republic of China) – tbc
Keynote: Refik Anadol (Director, Refik Anadol Studio)
Fred Tsao (Chairman, IMC Pan Asia Alliance Group)
Description: As the world’s leader in renewable energy, China is set to install 200GW of renewables in 2024. While China is on the pathway to decarbonisation, the country is committed to ensuring high-quality economic development. China leads in green technologies and nature conservation, planting over 78 billion trees, doubling forest coverage, and prioritising national parks for endangered species.
Expanding to an even broader perspective, ASEAN is also acutely exposed to climate change, with five of the world’s 20 most at-risk countries located in the region. In August 2023, ASEAN Economic Ministers endorsed a visionary ASEAN Strategy for Carbon Neutrality, unlocking up to US$5.3 trillion in economic opportunity.
This panel will reflect upon how China and ASEAN countries can remain steadfast in their commitment to the concept of a global community of shared future, keeping a balancing act whilst addressing rapid industrialisation and urbanisation that have placed immense pressure on its natural resources and ecosystems.
The dialogue will also cover cooperation between Middle East and Asian nations, with a special focus on sustainable development, investment opportunities, and fostering economic stability. Collaboration in various sectors such as renewable energy, infrastructure development, and technology innovation can lead to mutually beneficial outcomes including the socio-economic impacts that can contribute to the broader goals of sustainable development and common prosperity.
The big question to answer is how philanthropies, family offices, venture capitalists and impact investing with corporates can catalyse a sustainable transformation through harnessing diverse economies, green technologies, and sustainable practices towards a carbon-neutral future for our planet.
Keynote: Mr Siddharth Chatterjee (Resident Coordinator in China, United Nations)
Moderator: Mr Joe Ngai (Chairman, McKinsey & Company (Greater China))
Panelists:
Mr Eric Lim (Managing Director and the Chief Sustainability Officer, United Overseas Bank Limited)
Prof Freddy Boey (President, City University of Hong Kong)
Mr Gregor Paterson-Jones (Former CIO, National Infrastructure Fund)
Prof Justin Yifu Lin (Dean of the Institute of New Structural Economics, Peking University; Former Counsellor, State Council of the People’s Republic of China; Former Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, World Bank)
Prof Tony Chan (President, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology)
Fireside Chat: Siddharth Chatterjee (Resident Coordinator in China, United Nations) and John Thornton (Global Co-Chair, Asia Society) moderated by Christopher Hui (Secretary for FinancialServices and the Treasury, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region) - tbc.
Presentation: Nadhmi Al-Nasr (Chief Executive Officer, NEOM) - tbc.
Moderator: Joe Ngai (Senior Partner and Chairman in Greater China, McKinsey & Company)
Panelists:
Eric Lim (Managing Director and the Chief Sustainability Officer, UOB)
Freddy Boey (President, City University of Hong Kong) - tbc
Gregor Paterson-Jones (Chairperson, EVAF)
Justin Yifu Lin (Former Counsellor, State Council of the People’s Republic of China; Dean, theInstitute of New Structural Economics at Peking University)
Senior Executive (Saudi Aramco) - tbc
Tony Chan (President, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology)
Description: Cities contribute over 60% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with urban transport accounting for 40% of CO2 emissions. In ASEAN, the increasing difficulties experienced by millions of urban residents to find secure, affordable housing in the face of land shortages and accelerating urban population growth.
Cities in Asia play a crucial role in the net-zero transition by shaping energy infrastructure and adopting alternative fuels. To reach net-zero by 2050, reverse nature loss in our more and more urbanised world, funding for inclusive climate and nature transitions must be increased by more than $3 trillion annually. How can we increase funding for adaptation, mitigation, and development in emerging markets and developing economies without exacerbating their debt burden?
This panel delves into how cities can forge pathways to mitigate climate threats to their infrastructure. Industry experts elucidate how regulations, planning for energy resilience and sustainability, investment in research and development, and philanthropic-public-private partnerships can contribute to achieving these goals.
Keynote: Ms Christina Gaw (Managing Principal, Global Head of Capital Markets and Co-Chair of Alternative Investments, Gaw Capital Partners)
Moderator: Ir Andrew Young (Associate Director (Innovation), Sino Group)
Panelists:
Ms Deepali Khanna (Vice President - Asia, The Rockefeller Foundation)
Ms Gill Meller (Legal and Governance Director, MTR Corporation Limited)
Mr Khan Yow (Managing Director, Seraya Partners)
Mr Rahul Chaudhary (Executive Director, Chaudhary Group)
Ms Vanessa Cheung (Managing Director, Nan Fung)
Description: This segment of our session highlights a series of engaging pitches from emerging innovators, demonstrating the vibrant potential of young entrepreneurship and student-led initiatives in addressing environmental and sustainability challenges. The focus is on novel ideas and approaches, reflecting the creativity and commitment of the next generation of changemakers.
Ms Antonia Da Cruz (Head of Community, Negawatt)
Dr Zac So (Chief Operating Officer, TerraGreen Limited)
Mr Golden Chen (Founder & CEO, AQT)
Keynote: Christina Gaw (Managing Principal and Global Head of Capital Markets, Gaw Capital)
Moderator: Andrew Young (Associate Director Innovation, Sino Group) - tbc
Panelists / Expert Commentators:
Deepali Khanna (Vice President, Asia, The Rockefeller Foundation)
Gill Meller (Legal and Governance Director, MTR)
Ivan Chern (Managing Partner, Seraya Partners)
Rahul Chaudhary (Executive Director, CG Group)
Vanessa Cheung (Managing Director, Nan Fung)
Future Unicorn Exhibition:
Innovator 1
Innovator 2
Innovator 3
Description: This panel delves into the critical role of water, food, and agriculture sector in achieving global sustainability. With the world facing pressing challenges such as water and sanitation, food insecurity, and biodiversity loss, this session explores innovative and sustainable practices in water management, agriculture, and food production. Industry experts, policy makers, and thought leaders will discuss strategies for sustainable farming, advancements in agricultural technology, and approaches to ensure food security while reducing environmental impact. The discussion will also cover topics such as the importance of local and global supply chains, the impact of dietary shifts, and the role of technology in creating sustainable food systems.
Keynote: Prof Yi Cui (Director of Sustainability Accelerator, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability)
Moderator: Prof Benjamin Cashore (Li Ka Shing Professor in Public Management and Director, Institute for Environment and Sustainability (IES), National University of Singapore)
Panelists / Expert Commentators:
Mr Dominic O’Neill (Executive Director, UN’s Sanitation and Hygiene Fund)
Mr Kristian Teleki (CEO, Flora & Fauna)
Ms Lesly Goh (Bellagio Resident, Rockefeller Foundation)
Mr Marco Lambertini (Convener, Nature Positive Initiative; Former International General Director and Special Envoy, WWF International)
Description: This segment of our session highlights a series of engaging pitches from emerging innovators, demonstrating the vibrant potential of young entrepreneurship and student-led initiatives in addressing environmental and sustainability challenges. The focus is on novel ideas and approaches, reflecting the creativity and commitment of the next generation of changemakers.
Mr Alan Phua (Founder & CEO, Alchemy)
Ms Carrie Chan (Founder & CEO, AVANT)
Ms Snehal Verma (Co-founder, NatureDots)
Mr Ziliang Yang (Co-founder & CEO, CellX)
Keynote: Yi Cui (Inaugural Faculty Director of the Sustainability Accelerator, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability)
Moderator: Benjamin Cashore (Li Ka Shing Professor in Public Management, and Director of the Institute for Environment & Sustainability, National University of Singapore)
Panelists / Expert Commentators:
Dominic O’Neill l (Executive Director, The Sanitation and Hygiene Fund)
Kristian Teleki (CEO, Flora & Fauna)
Lesly Goh (Bellagio Resident, Rockefeller Foundation)
Marco Lambertini (Convenor, Nature Positive Initiative)
Nick Cooney (Founder and Managing Partner, Lever VC)
Future Unicorn Exhibition:
Innovator 1
Innovator 2
Innovator 3
Description: Over half of the global population live in cities today, with this figure projected to increase to 7 in 10 people by 2050. Cities, which account for 70% of total CO2 emissions, are also impacted significantly by climate change and nature loss, with Asia home to 99 of the world’s 100 most environmentally vulnerable cities.
As a key engine of global growth, the region’s Emerging Markets and Developing Economies can play a pivotal role on global climate and nature action by leveraging green infrastructure to drive urban transformation and economic prosperity. However, multilateral development bank project financing, and development finance are insufficient to drive this at scale. With an estimated USD 3-5 trillion required annually to drive the net-zero, nature positive transition, it is critical to mobilise and drive meaningful collaboration and targeted investment across the entire finance ecosystem including governments, corporates, philanthropies, family offices and impact investors to design safe, affordable and resilient cities.
Rising to this challenge, GAEA aims to tap into the catalytic tools which philanthropies, family offices and impact investors, and coordinate with actors across the capital stack to de-risk and unlock climate and nature investments, elevate Asia as a green, urban powerhouse. This dialogue explores the challenges and opportunities of addressing two key areas of capacity building in multistakeholder green financing at scale; incentive mechanisms, and the incubation of investable urban green projects.
Opening Fireside Chat: Dr Manar Al Moneef (Chief Investment Officer, NEOM) and MsGim Huay Neo (Managing Director, World Economic Forum)
Moderator: Mr Luis Alvarado (Head of Giving to Amplify Earth Action (GAEA), World Economic Forum)
Panelists:
Ms Angel Chia (Executive Director, Hong Kong Academy for Wealth Legacy, a subsidiary under the Financial Services and Development Council)
Mr Justin Wu (Co-Head of Climate Change Asia Pacific, HSBC)
Mr Lio Chen (Vice President, Operations, Regal Hotels International)
Ms Nan Li Collins (Senior Advisor to the Executive Director, UN Sanitation and Hygiene Fund; Former Director of Sustainable Investments and Innovation of the United Nations Office for Project Services, UNOPS)
Prof Yi Cui (Director of Sustainability Accelerator, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability)
Fireside Chat: Manar Al Moneef (Chief Investment Officer, NEOM) and Gim Huay Neo (Managing Director of the Centre for Nature and Climate, World Economic Forum) moderated by King Au (Executive Director, Financial Services Development Council).
Moderator: Luis Alvarado (Global Head of the Giving to Amplify Earth Action, World Economic Forum)
Panelists:
Angel Chia (Executive Director, FSDC)
John Murton (Senior Sustainability Advisor, Standard Chartered)
Jun Ma (Chairman and President, Hong Kong Green Finance Association)
Justin Wu (Co-Head of Climate Change Asia Pacific, HSBC)
Nan Li Collins (Senior Advisor to the Executive Director, The Sanitation and Hygiene Fund)
Robin Hu (Asia Chair, Milken)
Yi Cui (Inaugural Faculty Director of the Sustainability Accelerator, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability)
Description: From renewable energy permitting, responsible deployment of clean power, transitioning industrial clusters, accelerating coal retirement, reducing energy demand, to bridging the climate talent and skills gap for the energy transition—there is an urgent need to accelerate the transition to an energy system that is secure, sustainable, and equitable, ultimately enabling positive economic and social development.
This panel explores feasible ways to leverage aggregated philanthropic capital to send a joint signal for market transformation in the energy sector, removing market obstacles and mobilising commitment from first-mover companies to shift their business practices more rapidly.
Moderator: Mr Leo Horn-Phathanothai (Founder, Asia Just Transition Missions Hub; Hon. Senior Research Fellow, Imperial College London)
Panelists:
Mr TK Chiang (Chief Executive Officer, CLP Holdings Limited)
Mr Musaab AlMulla (Vice President, Energy and Economic Insights, Saudi Aramco)
Ms Michaela Kendall (Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, Adelan)
Mr Peter Wong Wai-yee (Managing Director, Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited)
Mr Rob Genieser (Managing Partner, ETF Partner)
Description: This segment of our session highlights a series of engaging pitches from emerging innovators, demonstrating the vibrant potential of young entrepreneurship and student-led initiatives in addressing environmental and sustainability challenges. The focus is on novel ideas and approaches, reflecting the creativity and commitment of the next generation of changemakers.
Mr Michael Yap (Head of Business Development, GRST)
Mr David Tang (Partner & Chief Value Officer, Kaiyun Technology)
Keynote and Moderator: Arun Majumdar (Inaugural Dean, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability)
Panelists / Expert Commentators:
Chiang Tung Keung (Chief Executive Officer, CLP Holdings Limited)
Leo Horn-Phathanothai (Hon. Senior Research Fellow, Imperial College London)
Michaela Kendall (Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, Adelan)
Peter Wong Wai-yee (Chief Executive Officer, Towngas)
Future Unicorn Exhibition:
Innovator 1
Innovator 2
Innovator 3
Description: Enhancing material efficiency has the potential to achieve significant reductions in CO2 emissions by 2060, with the potential to decrease total emissions by around 20% for steel, 70% for cement, and 30% for aluminium. Meanwhile, there is high potential to accelerate the decarbonisation of hard-to-abate industrial sectors through regional cooperation, while maximising job creation and economic competitiveness through Industrial Clusters.
What standardised approach can help industrial clusters reach their full economic, employment, and environmental potential? How to establish a global green network of industry clusters that includes emerging markets and philanthropists would also support broader efforts on just transition and material efficiency?
Keynote: Mr Kian Wee Seah (Chief Executive Officer, UOB Venture Management Pte Limited)
Moderator: Prof Dimitrios Tsivrikos (Associate Professor, University College London)
Panelists:
Ms Alice Ho (Chief Youth Officer, Global Alliance of Universities on Climate)
Mr Chandran Nair (Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Global Institute for Tomorrow)
Prof Charles Ng (Vice-President, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Guangzhou)
Ar Clarence Leung (Chairperson-to-be, CIC Committee on Environment ; General Manager (Project Management), Wheelock Properties (Hong Kong) Limited)
Mr Mark Cheng (Founder and Managing Partner, Social Innovation Circle)
Description: This segment of our session highlights a series of engaging pitches from emerging innovators, demonstrating the vibrant potential of young entrepreneurship and student-led initiatives in addressing environmental and sustainability challenges. The focus is on novel ideas and approaches, reflecting the creativity and commitment of the next generation of changemakers.
Dr Andi Tao (Founder & CEO, Huan Yu)
Ms Sissi Chao (Founder & CEO, REmakehub)
Dr Sylvan Yu (Founder & CEO, Xiaozao)
Keynote: : Kian Wee Seah (Founder, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, UOB Venture)
Moderator: Dimitrios Tsivrikos (Professor for Consumer Behavior, University College London)
Panelists / Expert Commentators:
Chandran Nair (Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Global Institute for Tomorrow)
Charles Ng (Vice-President, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Guangzhou)
Kunaal Patawari (CEO, Geminicorp Recycling)
Mark Cheng (Founder and Managing Partner, Social Innovation Circle)
Future Unicorn Exhibition:
Innovator 1
Innovator 2
Innovator 3
Table 1: Impact Investing led by Mr En Lee (Managing Director, Head of Sustainable and Impact Investments in Asia, LGT)
Table 2: Climate Solutions and Pathway to Net Zero: led by Prof Christine Loh (Chief Development Strategist, Institute for the Environment, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Table 3: Agriculture and Food led by Mr David Yeung (Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Green Monday Group)
Description: This segment of the One Earth Summit is a deep dive into sustainable strategies and the evolving role of leadership in sustainability. It kicks off with a succinct but insightful keynote on sustainable strategies, highlighting cutting-edge practices and emerging trends in the field.
The session then transitions to a robust panel discussion focusing on the future of Chief Sustainability Officers. This conversation will delve into how these pivotal roles are shaping corporate strategies, driving change, and embedding sustainability into the core of business operations. Key topics include the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into corporate strategy, the challenges of aligning sustainability with business goals, and the innovative approaches CSOs are adopting to tackle these challenges.
Following the panel, the program shifts to a dynamic and engaging Net-zero Discussion. This portion features interactive roundtables, each led by experts in distinct areas of sustainability. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions on three critical topics: the role of impact investing in driving sustainable initiatives, strategies for achieving climate solutions and a pathway to net zero, and the interplay between agriculture, food sustainability, and environmental impact. These roundtables are designed to foster a collaborative environment, encouraging dialogue and idea exchange between thought leaders and attendees. This format not only enhances learning and understanding but also allows for networking and the formation of new professional connections in the realm of sustainability.
Sustainable Strategy Keynote: Ms Alpha Lau (Director-General of Investment Promotion, InvestHK)
Moderator: Ms Catherine Zhu (Global Head of Sustainability Practice, Egon Zehnder)
Panelists:
Ms Amy Fong (Managing Director, Sustainability and Strategic Initiatives, FountainVest)
Ms Esther An (Chief Sustainability Officer, City Developments Limited)
Mr John Haffner (Deputy Director of Sustainability, Hang Lung Properties Limited)
Mr Mark Harper (Group Head of Sustainability, Swire Group)
Description: The Gala Dinner unites 500 global thought leaders for a charitable evening dedicated to investing in Asia’s future climate change and sustainability leaders. The dinner is aimed at showcasing the hands-on solutions and best practices from various angles and foster collective efforts for the net-zero transition in Asia. From investors to corporates leaders in the field of sustainability will illustrate their pathway to net zero in areas such as (1) Impact Investing, (2) Capacity Building, and (3) Adoption of Sustainable Technologies.
Opening Remarks: The Hon Paul Chan Mo-po GBM, GBS, MH, JP (Financial Secretary, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region) – subject to final confirmation
Paul Chan (Financial Secretary, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region)- tbc
Joseph Chan (Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, The Government of the HongKong Special Administrative Region) and Poman Lo (Founder, Institute of Sustainability and Technology; Founding Managing Partner, AlphaTrio Capital)
Description: The fireside chat explains the pathways and announces the workings of the One Earth Alliance. Their combined perspectives will provide a profound understanding of the intersection between finance, policy, and sustainability.
Opening Fireside Chat: Mr Joseph Chan, JP (Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region) and Prof Poman Lo (Founder, Institute of Sustainability and Technology)
Moderator: Samson Wong (Chief Investment Officer, Hong Kong Monetary Authority)
Panelists:
Henry Gonzalez (Deputy Executive Director and Chief Investment Officer, Green Climate Fund)
Oliver Weisberg (Chief Executive Officer, Blue Pool Capital; Board Member, Breakthrough Energy)
Prince Maximilian von und zu Liechtenstein (Chairman, LGT)
Sheikh Ali Rashed Ali Saeed Al Maktoum (United Arab Emirates)
Description: This session will bring together leaders from family offices and institutional investors to discuss the integration of sustainability into impact investment strategies and philanthropic initiatives. Speakers from these sectors will share their experiences, strategies, and visions for a more sustainable future.
Moderator: Mr Samson Wong (Chief Investment Officer, Hong Kong Monetary Authority)
Panelists:
Mr Henry Gonzalez (Deputy Executive Director and Chief Investment Officer, Green Climate Fund)
Mr Oliver Weisberg (Chief Executive Officer, Blue Pool Capital)
H.S.H Prince Maximilian von und zu Liechtenstein (Member of the House of Liechtenstein)
Description: The discussion will underline the imperative for Asian leaders to take bold steps and contribute effectively to global efforts in stabilising planetary boundaries. Expect a session rich in insights, strategies, and collaborative opportunities aimed at fostering a sustainable future.
Moderator: Mr Tasos Zavitsanakis (Co-Head, UBS APAC Sustainable Finance Office)
Panelists:
Mr Alfred Chuang (Founder and General Partner, Race Capital)
Mr Boon Heong Ng (Chief Executive Officer, Temasek Foundation)
Ms Jane Sun (Chief Executive Officer, Trip.com)
Ms Joey Wat (Chief Executive Officer, Yum China)
Moderator: Tasos Zavitsanakis (Co-Head of Sustainable Finance for Asia-Pacific, UBS)
Panelists:
Boon Heong Ng (Chief Executive Officer, Temasek Foundation)
Clara Chan (Chief Executive Officer, The Hong Kong Investment Corporation Limited) - tbc
Joey Wat (Chief Executive Officer, Yum China)
Nadhmi Al-Nasr (Chief Executive Officer, NEOM)
Description: This session will delve into how philanthropy and academia in Asia are unveiling the potential of philanthropy to accelerate Asia’s low-carbon and nature positive transition. It will feature various speakers from leading international organisation, research institutes, universities, philanthropists, and celebrities.
Keynote: Mr Jean Todt (Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Road Safety, United Nations; Chair of the Board of Directors, International Peace Institute)
Moderator: Ms Lesly Goh (Bellagio Resident, Rockefeller Foundation)
Panelists:
Dr Arunava Majumdar (Dean, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability)
Ms Elizabeth Kiss (Chief Executive Officer, Rhodes Trust)
Prof Johan Rockström (Director, Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research)
Mr Peter Nobel (Chairman, Nobel Sustainability Trust)
H.H. Sheikh Ali Rashed Ali Saeed Al Maktoum (Member of the Ruling Family in Dubai)
Keynote: Jean Todt (Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Road Safety, United Nations)
Moderator: Hongbin Cai (Dean of the HKU Business School and Chair of Economics, University ofHong Kong)
Panelists:
Arun Majumdar (Inaugural Dean, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability)
Elizabeth Kiss (Chief Executive Officer, Rhodes Trust) - tbc
Johan Rockström (Director, The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research; Professor in EarthSystem Science, University of Potsdam)
Leehom Wang (Singer)
Peter Nobel (Chairman, The Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation)
Mr Chavalit Frederick Tsao (Chairman, IMC Pan Asia Alliance Group; Founder, OCTAVE Institute) and Prof Poman Lo (Founder, Institute of Sustainability and Technology)
Fred Tsao (Chairman, IMC Pan Asia Alliance Group)
Peter Lee (Chairman, Henderson Land Group and Towngas)
Poman Lo (Founder, Institute of Sustainability and Technology; Founding Managing Partner,AlphaTrio Capital)
