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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 2d

Want to help shape the future of sustainable finance in the UK?
Become a UKSIF Ambassador and help us grow our community, amplify our mission, and strengthen our voice across the industry.

👉 Find out more and apply: uksif.org/uksif-ambass...

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 2d

Good Money Week isn’t over yet!
Our partners are continuing the conversation on how finance can drive positive change, from sustainable investing and pensions to climate action and community initiatives.
Explore the upcoming partner events:
goodmoneyweek.com/whats-on

#GoodMoneyWeek #GMW2025

What's On | Good Money Week

goodmoneyweek.com

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 3d

UKSIF is proud to support the Green Economy Forum 2025: Re-set and Renewal on 21 Oct in London.
A key gathering to explore how finance can accelerate a sustainable reset and renewal for the economy.
👉 Register: uksif.org/october-21-g...
#GreenEconomy #SustainableFinance

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 3d

UKSIF Leadership Summit is back – 25 November 2025!
A flagship event in the sustainable finance calendar, bringing together leaders from finance, policy, and industry to shape the future of our sector.

🔗 Register today: www.eventcreate.com/e/leadership...
#UKSIFSummit25

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 3d

UKSIF is proud to support the 4th Annual Sustainability Reporting Summit, taking place against the backdrop of major regulatory changes, reshaping sustainability reporting and reinforcing the UK’s role as a global leader in sustainable finance.
📅 More info: 👉 uksif.org/november-6-4...

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 4d

A huge thank you to everyone who made the #GMW2025 Conference such a success! 🙏
Grateful to our sponsors Liontrust, Rathbones | Greenbank and all the brilliant speakers, members & attendees for an inspiring day.
💡 Good Money Week continues, see what’s on: goodmoneyweek.com/whats-on

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 4d

Closing the day with a vital fireside chat on building back public trust in finance.
James Alexander speaks with Miranda Beacham (Aegon Asset Management) and Wayne Bishop (King and Shaxson Asset Management) about credibility, transparency, and the future of responsible investment.
#GMW2025

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 4d

Our next panel asks: How can the industry counter harmful narratives?
Moderated by James Alexander, with speakers from @wwf.org.uk, @climatecentreuk.bsky.social, @energy-uk.org.uk and UKSIF, exploring how truth and transparency can cut through misinformation.
#GoodMoneyWeek #ClimateAction #GMW2025

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 4d

This afternoon’s panel explores how wealth managers assess clients’ values and sustainability preferences, moderated by James Alexander.
Speakers from St. James’s Place, Cazenove Capital, and Quilter Cheviot are sharing how data, dialogue, and regulation are shaping investor relationships.

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 4d

We’re joined by Mike Appleby of Liontrust Asset Management PLC for a fireside chat with Oscar Warwick Thompson on why sustainable finance still matters.
A reminder that purpose and profitability don’t have to be at odds and that finance can remain a force for good. #GMW2025
#GoodMoneyWeek

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 4d

Next up: a crucial discussion on engaging DC pension clients.
Moderated by Oscar Warwick Thompson, this panel explores how the industry can connect people with the positive impact of their pensions, featuring speakers from Phoenix Group (Standard Life UK) and Scottish Widows.
#GoodMoneyWeek #GMW2025

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Climate Centre @climatecentreuk.bsky.social · 5d

More than half of Reform UK voters approve of their pensions being invested in green energy according to a new
@yougov.co.uk poll commissioned by @uksif.bsky.social 🔋⚡️

www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...

Poll suggests most Reform UK voters back investment in renewable energy

Research by YouGov showed some politicians had ‘grossly misjudged voters’ views amid criticism of net zero efforts, according to investment body.

www.independent.co.uk

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 4d

Kicking off #GMW2025 with a panel on green #mortgages, from adoption to the barriers shaping growth.
Moderated by @joedh.bsky.social, with speakers from @octopus.energy, Coventry Building Society, and Public First, all exploring how the mortgage market can drive meaningful climate action.
#GMW2025

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 5d

Our first fireside chat with Kate Elliot, Head of Ethical, Sustainable and Impact Research at Greenbank Investments, in conversation with James Alexander.
They’re exploring how research and ethics continue to shape investment decisions and what’s next for truly sustainable portfolios.
#GMW2025

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 5d

We’re live at the Good Money Week Conference 2025! #GMW2025
James Alexander, Chief Executive of UKSIF, opens the day with reflections on how far sustainable finance has come — and where it’s headed next. Our first Good Money Week poll is already sparking great conversations across the room.

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 5d

A huge thank you to our #GMW2025 sponsors @liontrust.com, Rathbones | Greenbank Investments for their support in making tomorrow’s event possible.
We’re looking forward to a day of insightful discussions and collaboration on how finance can drive positive change.
www.eventcreate.com/e/uksifgoodm...

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 5d

James Alexander will moderate our closing fireside chat with Miranda Beacham ( (Aegon Asset Management) and Wayne Bishop (King & Shaxson Asset Management) discussing how the sector can rebuild public confidence. #GMW2025
👉 See you tomorrow: www.eventcreate.com/e/uksifgoodm...

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 6d

With increased media attacks on sustainability, how can the industry fight back?
James moderates this vital discussion with Nitika Agarwal (@wwf.org.uk), Ben Jackson (@climatecentreuk.bsky.social), Juliette Sanders (@energy-uk.org.uk), and Douglas Whitbread.
www.eventcreate.com/e/uksifgoodm...

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 6d

How do wealth managers assess investor sustainability preferences?
James Alexander (UKSIF) moderates a conversation with Andy Ford, CFA (St. James’s Place’), Emilie Shaw MCSI (Cazenove Capital), and Gemma Woodward (Quilter Cheviot) at #GMW2025.
👉 Don’t miss it: www.eventcreate.com/e/uksifgoodm...

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 6d

Sustainable finance remains at the core of our mission.
Join Oscar Warwick Thompson (UKSIF) and Mike Appleby (Liontrust) for a fireside chat on why it continues to matter in 2025 and beyond.
👉 Register today: www.eventcreate.com/e/uksifgoodm...

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 6d

How can the pensions sector strengthen member engagement around sustainability?
Oscar Warwick Thompson (UKSIF) moderates this #GMW2025 panel with Rebecca Tolland-King (Phoenix, Standard Life) and Abigail Hall (Scottish Widows).
👉 Join us this Wednesday: www.eventcreate.com/e/uksifgoodm...

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 6d

What’s next for green mortgages?
@joedh.bsky.social moderates a forward-looking panel featuring Hannah McCarthy, Chris Palmer, and Daisy Powell-Chandler.
Join the discussion on adoption, opportunities, and scaling impact.
👉 Save your seat: www.eventcreate.com/e/uksifgoodm...

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 7d

🔥 Fireside Chat with Greenbank Investments
Join James Alexander (UKSIF) and Kate Elliot this Wednesday for our first fireside chat of #GMW2025, exploring the latest thinking in ethical, sustainable, and impact investing.
👉 Register now: www.eventcreate.com/e/uksifgoodm...

UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 7d

It’s officially the start of Good Money Week 2025!
Partners across the UK are hosting events on how finance can drive positive change, from sustainable investing to green housing and climate action.

👉 Explore the full #GMW2025 line-up here: goodmoneyweek.com/whats-on

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UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association @uksif.bsky.social · 9d

Want to help shape the future of sustainable finance in the UK?
Become a UKSIF Ambassador and help us grow our community, amplify our mission, and strengthen our voice across the industry.
This is your chance to make an impact and be part of something bigger.
👉 uksif.org/uksif-ambass...