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In this episode, host Brandon Ashplant talks to The Fund Foundry team, Rebecca Booth, Justin Sykes and Dirk Bischof. The first programme of its kind in the Crown Dependencies, offering support to first-time and emerging fund managers across every asset class, The Fund Foundry will select five managers each year from a competitive global shortlist and give each a £25,000 service voucher redeemable against legal costs, fund administration and audit in year one. Succesful applicants will also have be paired with a mentor from an established fund manager. Dirk, Justin, and Rebecca discuss how the program is helping first-time fund managers turn a strong thesis into a viable launch, and why Guernsey’s reputation, regulatory framework, and investor trust make it a jurisdiction of choice for sustainable finance, impact, and climate-focused first-time funds. Visit the The Fund Foundry here Connect with Brandon on LinkedInConnect wth Rebecca on LinkedInConnect with Justin on LinkedInConnect with Dirk on LinkedInFollow Guernsey Finance on LinkedInFollow Guernsey Finance on Instagram

In this episode, host Ben Perfitt speaks with Stephanie Race, CEO of Earth Analytics Group (EAG), about how risk reduction through property hardening and nature-based solutions can lower exposure, reduce risk and unlock capacity in difficult-to-insure property markets such as California wildfire. Stephanie explains how EAG is delivering solutions to improve resilience across regions by reducing expected losses through targeted adaptation projects, which lower physical vulnerability, support insurability and improve the economics of risk transfer.  They also discuss how EAG is developing innovative structures with real estate investors and property developers that leverage alternative risk finance, such as captives and catastrophe bonds, that finance adaptation and resilience, expanding the window of insurability, making coverage available and affordable in post disaster communities.   They discuss how with the right mix of adaptation measures, clearer appraisal standards, and market incentives that reward risk reduction, further improvement can be supported in global insurance coverage even as exposure rises.  Learn more about Earth Analytics Group here  Connect with Ben on LinkedInConnect with Stephanie on LinkedInFollow Guernsey Finance on LinkedInFollow Guernsey Finance on Instagram

In this episode, Ben Perfitt speaks with Equinor’s Michael Corney about what the energy transition looks like in practice. They explore the realities of delivering offshore wind at scale, from evolving grid infrastructure and policy frameworks to the financing structures that underpin major projects. The conversation also highlights the growing potential of floating wind in the Celtic Sea and the role Guernsey can play in supporting long-term energy investment. Learn more about Equinor here  Connect with Ben on LinkedInConnect with Michael on LinkedInFollow Guernsey Finance on LinkedInFollow Guernsey Finance on Instagram

In this episode, host Ben Perfitt speaks with Gus Majed, Founder and CEO of Paratus, and Adèle Gale, Managing Director of Paratus Services Guernsey. The discussion explores the role of insurance in managing energy price volatility and supporting investment in renewable energy. Together, they examine how risk management solutions can help stabilise revenues, improve financing conditions and support the transition to a lower-carbon energy system. Learn more about Paratus here  Connect with Ben on LinkedIn hereConnect with Gus on LinkedIn hereConnect with Adèle on LinkedIn hereConnect with Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey channel, our host, Brandon Ashplant, speaks to James Hay, Principal Climate and Sustainability Advisor of Pinsent Masons. The conversation explores the complexities of transition planning and transition finance in asset management. He discussed the focus on financed emissions and the challenges asset managers face in developing effective decarbonisation plans. James highlights the distinction between operational emissions and financed emissions, and discusses the practice of 'paper decarbonisation' where asset managers shift investments without impacting real-world emissions. Learn more about Pinsent Masons here  Connect with James on LinkedIn hereConnect with Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast, our host Rosie Allsopp speaks with Ashleigh Lee from the City of London Transition Finance Council. They discuss the role of transition finance in decarbonising high-emitting sectors, the insights gained from London Climate Action Week, and the objectives of the Transition Finance Council. Learn more about the City of London Transition Finance Council here  Connect with Ashleigh on LinkedIn hereConnect with Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast, host Rosie Allsopp speaks with Claire Dorrian, Head of Sustainable Finance, Capital Markets and Post Trade at the London Stock Exchange Group, about the evolving landscape of sustainability reporting. They discuss the increasing regulatory requirements, the importance of sustainability data for investors, and how companies can leverage reporting to drive business value. Read the latest LSEG sustainability reports here Connect with Claire on LinkedIn hereConnect with LSEG on LinkedIn hereConnect with Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast, host Rosie Allsopp speaks with Emma Cherniavsky, CEO of UK for UNHCR (The UN Refugee Agency), and Siddhartha Sinha, Senior Innovative Finance Officer at UNHCR, about the current global refugee crisis, the role of UNHCR, and innovative financial solutions to support refugees. They discuss the increasing number of displaced individuals, the challenges faced by host countries, and the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing these issues. Learn more about UK for UNHCR here Connect with UK for UNHCR on LinkedIn hereConnect with Emma on LinkedIn hereConnect with Siddhartha on LinkedIn here

In this episode, we speak to Hannah Simons, Head of Sustainability at Lloyds Bank Corporate Markets. Hannah discusses sustainable financing solutions including transition finance initiatives, regulatory updates and the role of international finance centres. Connect with Hannah on LinkedIn Follow Lloyds Banking Group on LinkedIn Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode, we speak to Natasha Stromberg and Sajeev Mohankumar from the FAIRR Initiative the importance of sustainable finance in agriculture, the differences between nature-based and tech-based interventions, and the barriers to investment in nature-focused solutions. Read the report in full here Connect with Natasha Stromberg on LinkedIn Connect with Sajeev Mohankumar on LinkedIn Follow FAIRR Initiative on LinkedIn Learn more about FAIRR Initiative here Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode, we are joined by Cate Quentin, Partner and Wealth Manager at Tribe Impact Capital. Cate explores how to define and prioritise impact using the UN SDGs, supporting meaningful sustainable business transitions, how to remain at a competitive advantage in the sustainability space, and the role of IFCs in managing wealth. Connect with Cate Quentin on LinkedIn Follow Tribe Impact Capital on LinkedIn Learn more about the Tribe Impact Capital here Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode, we speak to Alex Hetherington, the founder of Third Line Group, about ESG strategies and sustainable finance. Alex discusses his career journey and how he became interested in environmental and social development issues. He explains the role of investors in driving ESG performance and the importance of integrating ESG into enterprise risk management systems. Alex also touches on the topics of greenwashing, the complexity of ESG strategies, and the opportunities for Guernsey to establish itself as a leader in sustainable finance. Connect with Alex Hetherington on LinkedIn Learn more about the Third Line Group here Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this special edition of the Sustainable Finance Guernsey podcast, we speak to Michael Bonte-Friedheim, CEO of NextEnergy Group, and Ben Morgan, Partner at Carey Olsen, about their experiences meeting King Charles III and the significant impact of sustainable finance initiatives in Guernsey. They discuss the growth of NextEnergy’s solar investments, the benefits of Guernsey’s fund structures, and the broader social and environmental impacts of their work. Connect with Michael Bonte-Friedheim on LinkedIn Connect with Ben Morgan on LinkedIn Follow NextEnergy Group on LinkedIn Follow Carey Olsen on LinkedIn Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

On this episode, we welcome States of Guernsey Deputy Lindsay de Sausmarez and The Guernsey Nature Commision's Jessi Jennings to discuss the evolution of the island's sustainable offerings. We cover topics such as clean energy, waste management, biodiversity and what Guernsey can do next. Learn more about The Guernsey Nature Commission here: https://www.naturecommission.gg/ Connect with Deputy Lindsay De Saumarez on LinkedIn Follow The Guernsey Nature Commission on LinkedIn Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn

In this episode, Managing Director of Resonance Asset Management, Orlando Hilton discusses thematic investing and the importance of reducing pollution through sustainable infrastructure investments. He also highlights specific wind and water infrastructure projects and Guernsey's role in their funds. Connect with Orlando on LinkedInFollow Resonance on LinkedIn Follow Guernsey Finance on LinkedIn