Episode 69: The impact of war on sustainability

In this conversation, Francesca Wheble, Responsible Investment Lead at Guinness Global Investors, interviews Douglas Hepworth, COO and Chief Risk Officer of Gresham Investment Management. Discussing Douglas’ and Gresham’s background, they explore the environmental impact of futures trading, how the Ukraine conflict provoked upended the sustainability movement, and the challenges of evaluating investments made with private capital. The CFA UK Sustainability Community is buzzing with daily discussions, virtual meet-ups, and in-person gatherings, offering numerous opportunities for you to get involved. Our Community is a virtual and in-person hub for investment professionals to grow together as sustainable investing experts. This is the go-to place for sustainable investing knowledge, resources and contacts. You can post questions on our forum, connect with other members online and join an informal catch up in the pub. For more information on the Sustainability Community and how to join, click here: shorturl.at/drsHV