Sustainable Finance Guernsey Podcast

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Welcome to the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast page. Guernsey Finance is a joint government and industry initiative tasked with promoting and connecting Guernsey as a leading international finance centre. Named as one of the Green Finance Guide's top 10 must-listen sustainable finance podcasts, our broadcasts feature news, insights and discussion about green and sustainable finance, and the contribution which Guernsey, as a global leader in green finance, is making in this space.

  1. Energy Price Volatility and the Path to Net Zero with Paratus

    1D AGO

    Energy Price Volatility and the Path to Net Zero with Paratus

    In this episode, host Ben Perfitt speaks with Gus Majed, Founder and CEO of Paratus, and Adele Gale, Managing Director of Paratus Services Guernsey. The discussion explores the role of insurance in managing energy price volatility and supporting investment in renewable energy. Together, they examine how risk management solutions can help stabilise revenues, improve financing conditions and support the transition to a lower-carbon energy system. Learn more about Paratus here  Connect with Ben on LinkedIn hereConnect with Gus on LinkedIn hereConnect with Adele on LinkedIn hereConnect with Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

    28 min
  2. Navigating transition planning in asset management with Pinsent Masons

    JAN 26

    Navigating transition planning in asset management with Pinsent Masons

    In this episode of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey channel, our host, Brandon Ashplant, speaks to James Hay, Principal Climate and Sustainability Advisor of Pinsent Masons. The conversation explores the complexities of transition planning and transition finance in asset management. He discussed the focus on financed emissions and the challenges asset managers face in developing effective decarbonisation plans. James highlights the distinction between operational emissions and financed emissions, and discusses the practice of 'paper decarbonisation' where asset managers shift investments without impacting real-world emissions. Learn more about Pinsent Masons here  Connect with James on LinkedIn hereConnect with Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

    29 min
  3. Navigating the transition finance landscape

    07/29/2025

    Navigating the transition finance landscape

    In this episode of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast, our host Rosie Allsopp speaks with Ashleigh Lee from the City of London Transition Finance Council. They discuss the role of transition finance in decarbonising high-emitting sectors, the insights gained from London Climate Action Week, and the objectives of the Transition Finance Council. Learn more about the City of London Transition Finance Council here  Connect with Ashleigh on LinkedIn hereConnect with Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

    27 min
  4. The Evolution of Sustainability Reporting

    07/09/2025

    The Evolution of Sustainability Reporting

    In this episode of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast, host Rosie Allsopp speaks with Claire Dorrian, Head of Sustainable Finance, Capital Markets and Post Trade at the London Stock Exchange Group, about the evolving landscape of sustainability reporting. They discuss the increasing regulatory requirements, the importance of sustainability data for investors, and how companies can leverage reporting to drive business value. Read the latest LSEG sustainability reports here Connect with Claire on LinkedIn hereConnect with LSEG on LinkedIn hereConnect with Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

    21 min
  5. Innovative Finance Solutions for Refugees

    06/20/2025

    Innovative Finance Solutions for Refugees

    In this episode of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast, host Rosie Allsopp speaks with Emma Cherniavsky, CEO of UK for UNHCR (The UN Refugee Agency), and Siddhartha Sinha, Senior Innovative Finance Officer at UNHCR, about the current global refugee crisis, the role of UNHCR, and innovative financial solutions to support refugees. They discuss the increasing number of displaced individuals, the challenges faced by host countries, and the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing these issues. Learn more about UK for UNHCR here Connect with UK for UNHCR on LinkedIn hereConnect with Emma on LinkedIn hereConnect with Siddhartha on LinkedIn here

    42 min
  6. Encouraging sustainable financing with Lloyd's Bank

    04/29/2025

    Encouraging sustainable financing with Lloyd's Bank

    In this episode, we speak to Hannah Simons, Head of Sustainability at Lloyds Bank Corporate Markets. Hannah discusses sustainable financing solutions including transition finance initiatives, regulatory updates and the role of international finance centres. Connect with Hannah on LinkedIn Follow Lloyds Banking Group on LinkedIn Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

    26 min
  7. Climate and Nature-based Interventions in Livestock with FAIRR Initiative

    03/25/2025

    Climate and Nature-based Interventions in Livestock with FAIRR Initiative

    In this episode, we speak to Natasha Stromberg and Sajeev Mohankumar from the FAIRR Initiative the importance of sustainable finance in agriculture, the differences between nature-based and tech-based interventions, and the barriers to investment in nature-focused solutions. Read the report in full here Connect with Natasha Stromberg on LinkedIn Connect with Sajeev Mohankumar on LinkedIn Follow FAIRR Initiative on LinkedIn Learn more about FAIRR Initiative here Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

    31 min
  8. Growing wealth and impact

    11/29/2024

    Growing wealth and impact

    In this episode, we are joined by Cate Quentin, Partner and Wealth Manager at Tribe Impact Capital. Cate explores how to define and prioritise impact using the UN SDGs, supporting meaningful sustainable business transitions, how to remain at a competitive advantage in the sustainability space, and the role of IFCs in managing wealth. Connect with Cate Quentin on LinkedIn Follow Tribe Impact Capital on LinkedIn Learn more about the Tribe Impact Capital here Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

    40 min
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Welcome to the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast page. Guernsey Finance is a joint government and industry initiative tasked with promoting and connecting Guernsey as a leading international finance centre. Named as one of the Green Finance Guide's top 10 must-listen sustainable finance podcasts, our broadcasts feature news, insights and discussion about green and sustainable finance, and the contribution which Guernsey, as a global leader in green finance, is making in this space.

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