Navigating The Climate Change Century: Stress-Testing For The Future

Our guest today is Henk Jelle Reitsma, the Founder of RiskSphere, a consultancy that's leading the way in bringing sustainability into the financial sector. RiskSphere is on a mission to help companies navigate the complex world of ESG, climate risk, and sustainability compliance. 

In this episode, we explored the fascinating connection between profitability and sustainability, delving into the real-world challenges companies face when they adopt environmentally conscious practices. We also discussed the crucial role of stress testing and scenario analysis in navigating sustainability hurdles. Additionally, we shed light on how regulatory bodies have played a pivotal role in pushing for better ESG reporting in the financial sector.

Key Discussion Points:

• How are companies truly transitioning to sustainability?
• How can stress testing and scenario analysis be adapted for long-term sustainability planning?
•   How can businesses balance profitability and sustainability? 

Timestamped Outline:

[00:00]  – Introduction

[03:04]  – Moving sustainability to corporate forefront.

[09:14]  – Starting RiskSphere

[17:52]  – Stress-testing and scenario-analysis

[30:40]  – Stakeholder alignment and chain responsibility

[37:45] –  Greenwashing of skills, start-stop-continue method, upskilling your workforce

[43:23] – Climate-change futures 

Referenced in the show:

·       NGFS Climate Scenarios: https://www.ngfs.net/ngfs-scenarios-portal/

·       The Art of Long View by Peter Schwarz:https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/247891

·       The Good Ancestor by Roman Krznaric: https://www.romankrznaric.com/good-ancestor

 

Find Henk-Jelle Reitsma on:

Website: https://risksphere.nl/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henk-jelle-reitsma-7850181/

 

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