Program & Speakers

Alain Lam is Group VP and CFO of Xiaomi, and Chairman of Airstar Digital Technology. Former Managing Director at Credit Suisse and Morgan Stanley, he led landmark IPOs including Alibaba, Xiaomi, and XPeng. Alain holds an Oxford Engineering Master’s degree.

Amy Lo is Chairman of UBS Global Wealth Management Asia, Head and Chief Executive of UBS Hong Kong. A 30-year UBS veteran and multi-award winning leader, she chairs Hong Kong’s Private Wealth Management Association and drives philanthropic initiatives in education and innovation.

Ashley is Amazon Web Services (AWS) Global Head of Sustainability & Social Impact, the first Asian to fulfill this role in a Big Tech. He leads AWS “Tech for Good” work globally. This includes saving and migrating Ukraine's critical digital infrastructure, into the cloud, a >$75 million commitment that earned AWS the Ukraine Peace Prize. His team oversees the $100M AWS Education Equity Initiative (EEI) & the $60M AWS Health Equity Initiative (HEI) providing education and healthcare to the underserved; Deploying Amazon-wide “AI For Good”, this includes 10 STEM centres in China for underserved K-12 children in rural China; & in 2024, providing GenAI-powered disaster assistance to 10 nations for floods, earthquake and wildfires. He concurrently served as Global Head of PPPs, including partnerships with Temasek where AWS powers the world’s largest sustainability platforms like The Liveability Challenge(TLC). With governments, this includes powering Kenya’s national HIV health system and Nigeria’s national STEM education system. Ashley fulfilled senior management roles at BCG, Monitor Deloitte and Booz where he helped lead their Sustainability & Financial Services businesses across US,APJ,EMEA.

Boon Heong Ng is CEO of Temasek Foundation, driving innovative programs for planet, people, peace, and progress in Asia.Previously, he led Sustainability and Community Stewardship at Temasek, shaping strategies for community and environmental impact. A former Singapore Armed Forces leader, he advanced tech in sensors, autonomous systems, and disaster relief.

Chavalit Frederick Tsao is Chairman of TPC (IMC Pan Asia Alliance), transforming the family business from global trade to a purpose-driven enterprise focused on wellbeing, integrating philanthropy into business to positively impact society and life.

Chris Leong is a driven leader with extensive experience across continents and disciplines, including organization and digital transformation, business strategies, sales and marketing, sustainability and social responsibility. Chris started with SchneiderElectric in January 2012 as the Executive Vice President of Digital Customer Experience and in March 2015 she joined theSchneider Electric Executive Committee Leadership Team as Chief Marketing Officer.

Christine Loh is Chief Development Strategist at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Former HKSAR UnderSecretary for the Environment and Legislative Council Member, she founded Civic Exchange and advises on climate, energy, and maritime policies. A published author and lawyer, she serves on boards including Global Maritime Forum and Towngas Smart Energy.

Christoph Gebald is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Climeworks. He holds a Master’s degree with Distinction and a PhD from ETHZurich in mechanical engineering. During his PhD, Christoph researched direct air capture technologies and co-founded Climeworks on this basis. With more than 15 years of experience in CO2 capture from the air, he is considered an expert in this growing and important industry.

Colin le Duc is a Founding Partner of Generation Investment Management, leading its Growth Equity strategy and San Francisco office. As a sustainability pioneer, he serves on the boards of NatureBridge and Ocean Conservancy, bringing global expertise from roles at Sustainable Asset Management, Author D. Little, and Total.

Damilola Ogunbiyi is CEO and UN SRSG for Sustainable Energy for All, and Co-Chair of UN-Energy. A 2024 TIME100 Climate titan, she received the UAE’s First Class Order of Zayed II, the 2024 GFLI Award, and the 2023 Energy Institute President’s Award for her global leadership in energy and climate

Emmanuel Lagarrigue is Partner and Global Co-Head of Climate at KKR, leading global climate investments. Formerly a founding partner of BeyondNetZero and a 20-year Schneider Electric veteran, he held roles as Chief Strategy, Sustainability, and InnovationOfficer. He chairs Menorca Preservation, an environmental NGO.

Filipe Blackwood Oliveira is a seasoned sustainable finance expert with over 15 years of experience, leading climate investment and decarbonization strategies at Rubicon Carbon (TPG Rise Climate). As TPG Senior Advisor and G20 Carbon Delegate, they advance global carbon market initiatives, leveraging expertise from Bloomberg and Bank of America Merrill Lynch.

Hanson Gong is General Partner at Oogway Capital, a family office impact investor focused on climate change, equity, and workforce development. With a blended finance approach, he leverages catalytic capital and brings strategy expertise fromDeloitte Consulting. He holds an MBA from MIT Sloan and a BA from Tufts.

Hing Chao chairs Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings, a leading shipping company. A cultural preservationist, he promotes Chinese maritime heritage and sustainable shipping practices, blending tradition with innovation in the maritime industry.

Hiromichi Mizuno is Senior Advisor to MSCI’s CEO and former Executive Managing Director of Japan’s GPIF. A sustainable investment leader, he served as UN Special Envoy, Tesla Board Member, and advisor to Japan’s Economy Minister. He holds roles at Danone and LiveWire Group.

Jeffrey D. Sachs is President of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network. A world-renowned economist, two-time Time100 honoree, and Blue Planet Prize recipient, he is ranked among the top three most influential living economists.

Kenny Lam is Co-Chairman of the Asia Pacific Leadership Council at The Nature Conservancy. A former McKinsey Global Partner and Group President of Noah Holdings, he serves on boards of Bank of East Asia (China) and Smartone Telecommunications. A Wharton and Oxford graduate, he is a bestselling author in China.

Kim-See Lim is Regional Director for East Asia and the Pacific at IFC, overseeing a $13 billion portfolio. With 26+ years in emerging markets, she specializes in climate change, inclusive growth, and innovation. Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Bahasa, she holds anMBA from the University of Maryland.

Kitty Bu is Vice President of Asia at GEAPP, driving decarbonization and net-zero transitions. With expertise in business, policy, and finance, she previously led Impossible Foods’ Asia operations and launched energy transition initiatives at Rocky MountainInstitute and the European Climate Foundation.

Lei Zhang is a Global Climate Tech Entrepreneur and Founder and Chairman of Envision - the world's leading greentech company. He has been recognized by Forbes and CBN as an avid innovator who has led Envision to be twice recognized by Fortune "Change the World" and a Changemaker at COP28.

Leong Cheung is Chief Strategy Officer at the Hong Kong Monetary Authority Exchange Fund Investment Office. FormerlyExecutive Director of Charities & Community at HKJC, he co-founded the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network HongKong Chapter and RunOurCity. He chairs the HKSAR Government’s Committee on Reduction of Salt and Sugar in Food and advisesOur Hong Kong Foundation.

Luis Alvarado Martínez heads GAEA and Strategic Philanthropic-Public-Partnerships at the World Economic Forum. A sustainability leader, he co-founded the Mission Possible Partnership and is a Millennium Leadership Fellow at the Atlantic Council. He holds a Master’s in Sustainability Leadership from Cambridge and a postgraduate degree in EU Political & Public Administration.

Lutfey Siddiqi is the chief adviser's envoy for International affairs of Muhammad Yunus, head of the Interim government ofBangladesh. He is a visiting professor in Practice at the LSE IDEAS, the foreign policy think tank of the London School of Economics.He is an agenda contributor of the World Economic Forum. He has spoken at a dozen events of World Economic Forum in Davos. He is a contributor to the Bretton Woods Committee.

Mark Dalio is Founder and Co-CEO of OceanX, leading its mission to explore the ocean and share its wonders globally. A visionary filmmaker, he produced acclaimed documentaries like Blue Planet II and oversees OceanXplorer, the world’s most advanced research vessel.

Max Zeller is Founder of CRP, investing in carbon removal startups and supporting entrepreneurs to build global leaders. With aMaster’s from ETH Zürich, he brings experience from Climeworks, Airbus, and Urban Connect to drive the industry’s growth.

Financial Secretary, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative RegionPaul Chan is the Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, overseeing economic and fiscal policies. A seasoned public servant, he drives initiatives to strengthen Hong Kong’s financial stability, innovation, and global competitiveness.

Poman Lo is Chair of the One Earth Summit Advisory Board, Founder of the Institute of Sustainability and Technology, andFounding Managing Partner of AlphaTrio Capital. She also serves as Vice Chairman of Regal Hotels Group, driving sustainability and innovation across industries.

Prabath Chandrakeerthi is Secretary to the Ministry of Environment of Sri Lanka, driving policies for conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable development. He plays a key role in advancing Sri Lanka’s environmental goals and global climate commitments.

Rachel Howard is Director of Industrial Decarbonisation at Mission Possible Partnership, driving industrial transformation and green initiatives like green iron corridors and ammonia regulation. With heavy industry expertise, she bridges industry, finance, and government. She holds an MBA from London Business School.

Richard Chen joined Ting Yi (Cayman Islands) Holding Corp in February 2013. He graduated from the Chemical Engineering Department, National Taiwan University. Prior to joining the Group, he had 25 years of global R&D experience in Procter & Gamble.Mr. Chen is trilingual and worked in Taiwan, US, Japan, and China for leading Consumer Product Innovation and R&D CapacityBuilding.

Rob is a Senior Advisor to Centre for Nature and Climate at the World Economic Forum. In that capacity he works on a range of initiatives on industry decarbonization, climate action, climate litigation and philanthropic engagement for climate and nature. He dedicates most of his time the new Giving to Amplify Earth Action (GAEA) initiative at the Forum.

Rudolf Hilti is Founder of the System Change Foundation and CEO of RHEINEST. He drives global systemic change through theFoundation’s annual programs, focusing on impactful initiatives for a sustainable future.

Siddharth Chatterjee is the UN Resident Coordinator in China, representing the UN Secretary-General. With 25+ years in development, humanitarian, and peace efforts, he is a TEDx speaker and contributor to global media. He holds a Master’s in PublicPolicy from Princeton.

Stephanie Choi is a Sustainable & Impact Investing Strategist at UBS Global Wealth Management Chief Investment Office. Formerly a Partner at Sustainable Finance Initiative, she brings 11+ years of institutional advisory experience from Citigroup. She holds anMA in Economics from Cambridge and is a SASB FSA Credential holder

Sze Ping Lo is Program Director at Sequoia Climate Foundation, leveraging 20+ years of environmental advocacy experience.Formerly CEO of Greenovation Hub and a leader at Greenpeace and UNEP, he drives global climate initiatives and sustainable development strategies.

Tasos Zavitsanakis is Co-Head of the APAC Sustainable Finance Office at UBS Group Sustainability and Impact, driving ESG initiatives and client decarbonization strategies. He leads UBS’s global Carbon working group, contributes to Carbon place infrastructure, and holds certifications in ESG, climate risk, and circular economy.

Tom Hall is Global Head of Social Impact and Philanthropy CEO at UBS, leading the UBS Optimus Foundation Network. With 20+years in philanthropy and social investment, he advises clients on impactful giving and investing, and pioneers solutions for global social and environmental challenges.

Veronica Chou is Director of Novel Fashion Holdings and CEO of Everyone & Everyone, a leader in sustainable fashion and climate tech investing. With a track record of scaling fashion brands like Karl Lagerfeld, she now focuses on innovative solutions to address the climate crisis

Vriko Yu is Co-Founder and CEO of Archireef, a pioneering company restoring marine ecosystems through innovative 3D-printed coral reef solutions. A marine biologist and entrepreneur, she leads efforts to combat ocean degradation and promote biodiversity with scalable, sustainable technologies

Vuk Jeremić is President of the Center for International Relations and Sustainable Development (CIRSD) and former President of the UN General Assembly. A leading voice in global governance, he advises governments and corporations on geopolitical risk, sustainable development, and multilateral diplomacy

Dr. Winston Chow is Co-Chair of IPCC Working Group II and Professor of Urban Climate at SMU. He researches urban climate risks and heat island adaptation, leads the Cooling Singapore initiative, and teaches climate change and urban sustainability solutions.