In this article, Simon explores the proposed reforms to the EU’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and outlines six practical fixes for the next iteration of the framework.
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#SustainableFinance #SFDR #UKSIFOpinion
Thank you again to everyone who joined us for Ownership Day 2026. It was fantastic to bring together the sustainable finance community for a day of discussion on stewardship, pensions and systemic risk.
You can now view the photos from the day here 👉 flic.kr/s/aHBqjCMgvJ
#OWD2026 #UKSIFEvents
UKSIF’s Future Leaders Programme brings together early-career professionals across sustainable finance.
Across four sessions a year, participants gain:
• Industry insights
• Practical guidance
• Peer networking
🔗 uksif.org/learn/future...
📣 5 reasons to attend #UKSIFSpring26
☑️ Insights on sustainable finance in 2026
🫵 Solutions from leading practitioners
🧠 Thought-provoking discussion
🤝 Valuable networking opportunities
🗒️ Actionable takeaways
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Join us for another year of bringing the sustainable finance community together.
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New on the UKSIF Opinion page
In this article, Simon explores the proposed reforms to the EU’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (#SFDR) and outlines six practical fixes for the next iteration of the framework.
Full article: uksif.org/travers-smit...
#SustainableFinance #SFDR #UKSIFOpinion
Sponsor a UKSIF event in 2026 and help advance sustainable finance in the UK.
From policy forums to campaigns like #GMW2025, sponsoring puts your organisation at the heart of the conversation.
🌍 Raise your profile
🤝 Connect with key stakeholders
💬 Shape the agenda
📩 events@uksif.org
A big thank you to our #OWD2026 sponsors Maanch and Morningstar Sustainalytics for supporting the event and helping bring the sustainable finance community together.
We’re grateful for your partnership in making our first flagship event of the year possible.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us for Ownership Day 2026.
We’re grateful to our speakers for sharing their expertise and insights, to our UKSIF members for contributing to thoughtful and engaging discussions, and to the UKSIF team for their work behind the scenes to make the day possible.
🌍 It’s #WorldWildlifeDay
Biodiversity loss is a systemic risk and a stewardship issue. Protecting nature is critical for resilient portfolios and long-term economic stability.
#Nature #Wildlife #biodiversity
Final session of the day a Fireside chat with Oscar Warwick Thompson, UKSIF (Moderator)and Caroline Escott, Railpen, exploring the Governance for Growth Investor Campaign and what it means for stewardship, long-term value and investor influence. A strong close to #OWD2026 👏
Diving into real-world engagement with BP and Shell.
First Fireside chat of the day at #OWD2026 with Katharina Lindmeier, CFA, NEST and Nick Mazan, ACCR.
What does effective engagement in oil & gas actually look like? What role do minority shareholders play? What works and what doesn’t?
Our next panel is underway at #OWD2026, focusing on systemic risk and what asset owners should do next. We're hearing from James Alexander, UKSIF (Moderator), Bruno Gardner, @standardlifeuk.bsky.social, Dan Osusky, The Shareholder Commons and Lauren Peacock, Scottish Widows.
We’re back after lunch exploring the role of endowments as responsible asset owners with Sufina Ahmad MBE, John Ellerman Foundation and @lisastonestreet.bsky.social, @eirisfoundation.bsky.social.
#OWD2026.
On to the next session about engagement with asset managers, a core stewardship issue.
Our panelists are @lucyfparker.bsky.social, Responsible Investor (Moderator), Naomi Clark, USS, Vaishnavi Ravishankar, Brunel Pension Partnership Limited and Lindsey Stewart, Morningstar. #OWD2026.
We’re back from coffee and diving into pension consolidation at #OWD2026 with our panelists Mike Ambery, @standardlifeuk.bsky.social and Patrick O'Hara, LGPS Central.
Discussion is centred on scale, sustainability teams, local investment and what consolidation means for the long-term future of LGPS.
Now hearing from Mark Hill, @tprgovuk.bsky.social. A strong regulatory lens on climate, sustainability and stewardship, and what this means for pension schemes navigating rising expectations and systemic risk.
Don't forget to tag us and use the hashtag #OWD2026 in your posts.
We have heard the Keynote now from Torsten Bell MP, Minister for Pensions.
A timely address as pensions policy continues to evolve with clear implications for stewardship, long-term investment and the role of pension funds in driving sustainable growth. An important perspective to kick off #OWD2026.
About to kick off #OWD2026 🎉 and we're excited to welcome our members and speakers for a full day of discussion on stewardship, pensions, consolidation and systemic risk.
Looking forward to the debates and connecting with many familiar and new faces. Follow along throughout the day for live updates.
This session will explore the Governance for Growth Investor Campaign and what it means for stewardship, long-term value creation and investor influence.
Join Oscar Warwick Thompson, UKSIF (Moderator)and Caroline Escott, Railpen tomorrow at #OWD2026.
👉 Register: www.eventcreate.com/e/ownershipd...
How can pension funds use their power? A deep dive into engagement with BP & Shell, minority shareholders and asset owner–manager communication.
Join us and our speakers Katharina Lindmeier, CFA, NEST
and Nick Mazan, ACCR at #OWD2026 tomorrow.
👉 Register now: www.eventcreate.com/e/ownershipd...
Join us tomorrow at #OWD2026 to explore the role of endowments as responsible asset owners with Sufina Ahmad MBE, John Ellerman Foundation and @lisastonestreet.bsky.social, @eirisfoundation.bsky.social.
👉 Register now: www.eventcreate.com/e/ownershipd...
Register today for the Alternative Investment Week 2026 and join us for a dedicated conference exploring the role of alternative investments in driving sustainable finance, bringing together industry leaders, practitioners and policymakers.
📅 Find out more 👉 uksif.org/events/alter...
#AIW2026
Exploring scale, sustainability teams, local investment and the long-term implications for the LGPS landscape.
Joining the discussion at #OWD2026 with Michael Ambery,
@standardlifeuk.bsky.social and Patrick O'Hara, LGPS Central.
👉 Register now: www.eventcreate.com/e/ownershipd...
Help shape the future of sustainable finance in the UK.
Become a UKSIF Ambassador and grow our community, amplify our mission, and strengthen our voice across the industry.
This is your chance to make a meaningful impact and be part of something bigger.
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We’re pleased to welcome Record Currency Management as a new UKSIF member 🎉
It’s great to have you join the UKSIF community. We look forward to connecting and working together across our events, policy discussions and industry engagement throughout the year.
🔗 www.recordcm.com
#UKSIFMembers #Welcome
Patrick O’Hara (LGPS Central) joins our panel on pension consolidation, exploring scale, sustainability teams, local investment and long-term implications for the sector.
🔗 Register: www.eventcreate.com/e/ownershipd...
#OWD2026
Mark Hill (@tprgovuk.bsky.social) will share the regulatory perspective on climate, sustainability and stewardship at Ownership Day 2026. #OWD2026
🔗 Register: www.eventcreate.com/e/ownershipd...
🆕 New on the UKSIF Opinion page: Why investors need to treat workforce mental health as a core stewardship issue by Amy Browne (CCLA).
A timely look at why workforce mental health matters for long-term value and investor stewardship.
👉 uksif.org/why-investor...
Registration is now open for UKSIF’s Summer Drinks Reception 2026 ☀️🥂
Join us for an informal evening with UKSIF members and colleagues from across sustainable finance, a great opportunity to connect, catch up and celebrate the summer together.
📅Register here 👉 uksif.org/events/summe...
