What role should finance play in the fight against climate change?

Banks are still investing in fossil fuels even as they increase their support for renewables. So what role do they have in tackling climate change? Are they a potential ally to climate campaigners, or a foe impeding big change?

Confirmed speakers:

Andrew Cave, Head of Governance and Sustainability, Bailie Gifford

Ernst-Jan Kuiper, Climate Campaigner, BankTrack

David Hickey, Responsible Investment Lead, Lothian Pension Fund

Dr Gemma Bone, author of Banking for the Common Good

Come and hear from long-term climate activists BankTrack on how the financial industry must transform to meet the challenge of climate change. Then hear first hand from finance industry fund managers Bailie Gifford and from Lothian Pension Fund on how they are responding to the urgent need for decarbonisation.

Followed by 30 minute discussion then audience Q&A.

This event is being held as part of Edinburgh World Justice Festival.