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Impact Measurement & Evaluation

Attendees can expect discussions on effective methodologies, tools, and frameworks for quantifying and qualifying social impact, as well as strategies for maximizing the effectiveness and scalability of social investment projects.

Day 1

Monday, 6th May 2024

1400

CHAIRMAN’S OPENING REMARKS

1415

Leader’s Perspective

Unlocking Potential: Scaling Impact Investing in Asia's Diverse Ecosystem

  • Examine the current landscape of impact investing in Asia, analyzing its uneven growth compared to global standards and exploring effective strategies and resources to help investors and stakeholders overcome region-specific challenges in scaling impact investment.

Inviting Speaker: Reserved for MAVCAP

1500

Case Study

Social Innovation Spectrum: Bridging Grassroots Ideas and Corporate ESG Strategies

  • Discussing the journey of social innovation ideas from grassroots initiatives to their integration into large-scale corporate ESG investment strategies, emphasizing the importance of local insights in shaping global impact.

  • Exploring the methods and challenges of quantifying the impact of social innovations within corporate ESG frameworks, and how these measurements can guide more effective and meaningful investment decisions.

Katie Carrasco, Head of ESG & Gender Co-Lead, Global Innovation Fund (GIF)

1545

Networking Break

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1615

Expert’s Insights

Navigating Impact Measurement and Reporting: A Comprehensive Case Study on Frameworks and Valuation Methodologies

  • Exploring the methodologies for setting, monitoring, and evaluating impact objectives

  • Examining how organizations effectively map their impact using key performance indicators and utilize data-driven approaches to reinforce or modify strategies.

Sandeep Aneja, Managing Partner, Kaizen Private Equity

1700

Strategic Viewpoint

Unlocking Value: Key Considerations for Institutional Investors in Green Bonds and Green Loans

  • Understanding Investor Preferences: Exploring the criteria and factors institutional investors prioritize when assessing green bonds and green loans, including financial performance, environmental impact, issuer credibility, and alignment with sustainability goals.

  • Navigating the Landscape: Discussing the challenges and opportunities in the green bond and green loan market, and strategies for issuers to meet investor expectations while maximizing value creation and impact.

Speaker: TBA

1745

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Day 2

Tuesday, 7th May 2024

1400

CHAIRMAN’S OPENING REMARKS

1415

Leader’s Insight

Catalyzing Change: The Role of Impact Capital in Driving Sustainable Financing

  • Highlighting the transformative power of innovative financial products and services, such as green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and impact investing funds.

  • Discuss how these instruments enable investors to contribute to environmental sustainability, social inclusion, and governance improvements.

  • Sharing insights on challenges and opportunities in scaling impact capital, including measures to enhance transparency, measurement, and reporting of social and environmental outcomes to attract more investors to sustainable financing.

Speaker: Joel Khaw, Head of MIND & Sustainability, Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad

1500

Strategic Viewpoint

The Value of Impact Assessment: Maximizing Impact Through Effective Assessment

  • Discussing the crucial components involved in impact assessment, including stakeholder analysis, impact indicators, and methods for data collection, essential for informed project planning and successful implementation.

  • Exploring the common challenges faced in conducting social impact assessments, such as data reliability and contextual relevance, and discuss best practices to overcome these obstacles for more accurate and impactful assessments.

Speaker: TBA

1545

Networking Break

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1615

Tech Talk

Exploring Technology's Edge in Impact Investing

  • Examining how cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, hydrogen, biotech, and carbon capture and storage are presenting new opportunities for impact investors, redefining potential impact areas and investment returns.

  • Delving into the practical applications of these technologies in driving sustainable change, assessing their scalability, real-world impact potential, and the challenges investors face in navigating these rapidly evolving sectors.

Reserved for Sponsor/MDEC

1700

Panel Discussion

Strategic Paths in Climate Investment: Identifying High-Impact Opportunities

  • Exploring the most promising areas for climate-related investing, including energy transition, built environment, industrial decarbonization, sustainable agriculture, and climate adaptation, understanding their potential returns and impact.

  • Delving into strategies for identifying and evaluating investment opportunities within these sectors, focusing on how they contribute to a sustainable future while offering viable returns.

Moderator: Emir Izzat Raduan, Senior Manager , Corporate Sustainability, Pelaburan Hartanah Berhad

 

Panelists: Rozani Osman, Senior Sustainable Finance Specialist,

Capacity-Building Alliance of Sustainable Investment (CASI)

1745

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