Taiwan SIF Introduction

In light of the intensifying climate change in recent years, the financial industry is facing an accelerated transition to a low-carbon, resilient, and inclusive economy. Furthermore, the United Nations is promoting sustainable investment finance and encouraging global efforts to address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. Therefore, the United Nations' initiatives and frameworks emphasize that integrating sustainability into financial decision-making is an urgent matter, and sustainable investment has become an important trend in global development.

In response to current international trends, the Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy (TAISE) is organizing the 4th Taiwan SIF (Taiwan Sustainable Investment Forum) to provide a platform for the government, enterprises, academia, and society to share best practices and explore innovative solutions. We believe that through cross-border cooperation at this forum, we can jointly promote the development of sustainable investment, encourage the Taiwanese financial industry to play a market role in achieving the common prosperity of economy, society, and environment, guide enterprises and investors to attach importance to ESG issues, and promote a positive cycle of triple win among investment, industry, and social environment.

The "Taiwan SIF" is an open and inclusive platform. We welcome participants from all over the world to share their experiences, insights, and ideas, and work together with you to create a more sustainable and prosperous future!

Event
highlights

Green investment trend

Annual forum event with 30 key financial enterprises attending on site

Carrying forward sustainable trends

Gathering the collective efforts of major financial holding companies, government agencies, and scholars, we illuminate the torch of sustainable investment in Taiwan.

Drive for social sustainability

This year's forum is expected to have over 3,000 participants, reaching out to all sectors of society.

Evolution of sustainable talent

This event collaborates with university sustainability clubs to broaden your understanding of sustainability and its context.

Guest Speakers

Dr. Eugene Chien

Dr. Eugene Chien, Chair & President, TAISE

Andrea González

Director, Spanish Sustainable Investment Forum (Spain SIF)

Masaru Arai

Chair Japan Sustainable Investment Forum, (Japan SIF )

Aaron Wei

Director, ESG and Sustainable Finance, Business and Relationship Management, Fitch Ratings

Li-Fang Chou

Director, Green Energy Finance Research Center, National Chengchi University/

TCCS Secretary-general

Prof.Dr. Hsu Jen-hui

Former Vice Minister of Finance

Chien-Fu Lin

Chief Economist of CTBC Financial Holding Co./

Emeritus Professor of Department of Economics, National Taiwan University

Lan-Jong An

Manager, Sustainability Development Dept., Manager

Shwu-Fang Wang

Executive Vice President, Chang Hwa Bank

D. K. Wu

Co-Founder, Taiwan Impact Investing Association

Chuang-Chang Chang

Chairman, Securities and Futures Institute/

Distinguished Professor, National Central University Department of Finance

Tsung-Sheng Liu

Chairman, Yuanta Securities Investment Trust Co. Ltd./

Chairman, Securities Investment Trust & Consulting Association of Taiwan

Brian Hsieh

CEO, Schroder Investment Management (Taiwan) Limited

Wan Yu Liu

Lifetime Distinguished Professor, National Chung Hsing University

Daigee Shaw

Adjunct Research Fellow, Institute of Economics, Academia Sinica

Agenda

Time Topics
09:00 - 09:10 Welcome Remarks

Dr. Eugene Chien, Chair, Taiwan Sustainable Energy Research Foundation

09:10 - 09:20 Distinguished Guests

Spain SIF、Japan SIF

09:20 - 09:50 2024 Taiwan Sustainable Investment Awards (Taiwan SIA )Ceremony
09:50 - 11:40 Award-Winning Insights

2024 Taiwan SIA winners

11:40 - 12:00 Natural Capital Case Study Sharing

Aaron Wei, Director, Fitch Ratings

12:00 - 13:00

Afternoon recess (no food service)

2024 Taiwan Sustainable Investment Forum (Taiwan SIF)

13:10 - 13:20 2024 Taiwan SIF Remarks

Dr. Eugene Chien, Chair & President, TAISE


Sustainable Energy Research Foundation

13:20 - 14:30
  • Session I: The Financial Industry's Role in Natural Capital Investment

  • Host:Li-Fang Chou, Secretary-general of TCCS

    Speaker:Chien-Fu Lin, Chief Economist of CTBC Financial Holding Co.

  • Panelist:

    An, Lan-Jong, Manager, Sustainability Development Dept.

    Shwu-Fang Wang, Executive Vice President, Chang Hwa Bank

    D. K. Wu, Co-Founder, Taiwan Impact Investing Association

14:30 - 14:50 Networking
14:50 - 16:00
  • Session II: Natural Capital Risk Assessment and Reporting Mechanism

  • Host:Chuang-Chang Chang, Chairman, Securities and Futures Institute

  • Speaker:Tsung-Sheng Liu, Chairman, Securities Investment Trust & Consulting Association of R.O.C

  • Panelist:
    Brian Hsieh, CEO, Schroder Investment Management (Taiwan) Limited
    Wan Yu Liu, Lifetime Distinguished Professor, National Chung Hsing University
    Daigee Shaw, Adjunct Research Fellow, Institute of Economics, Academia Sinica

16:00 - 16:30

Policy recommendations and closing remark


Host:Li-Fang Chou, TCCS Secretary-general

Seminar Instructions

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Partnering organization

Chang Hwa Bank integrates sustainability (ESG) into its core operations, honoring stakeholder commitments. It continuously improves environmental practices and supports green industries through certifications, green investments, and financing. This fosters a sustainable future for all.

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary, and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch Ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Fitch Group is comprised of: Fitch Ratings, Fitch Solutions, Fitch Learning and Sustainable Fitch. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

For additional information, please visit fitchratings.com .

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