LuxFlag - Supporting Sustainable Finance
Shaping a resilient world
LuxFLAG is delighted to welcome you to the 7th edition of the LuxFLAG Sustainable Investment Week (LSIW25), which will be held from 21-22 October 2025.
This two-day afternoon event will showcase a rich program of a series of individual sessions led by LuxFLAG Associate Members, offering valuable insights into a wide range of topics such as climate finance, ESG, impact investing, regulatory issues in sustainable finance, gender finance, diversity, human rights, and beyond.
Free and open to the public, LSIW25 is designed primarily for professionals across the sustainable finance community and financial industry.
🚌 Getting there by public transport:
We strongly encourage the use of public transport. The venue is conveniently located near the Belair, Val Ste Croix bus stop, served by lines 8, 13, and 24, just a short 7-minute walk away.
🚊 Arriving by tram?
Hopp off at Stäreplatz/Etoile and take bus line 8 to reach the event.
🚲 Coming by bike?
Sufficient bicycle parking is available on-site.
🥗 Food & drinks:
A variety of catering options will be provided, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes. All refreshments will be locally sourced, with an emphasis on organic and fair-trade products.
♻️ Sustainability & waste:
We are committed to minimizing our environmental footprint by using reusable materials and implementing waste sorting throughout the event.
🚫 No show policy:
To ensure fair access, responsible event planning and reduced food waste, we kindly ask all registered participants to attend as confirmed or to notify communications@luxflag.org us in case of cancellation.
Please note that repeated no-shows from previous LuxFLAG events are monitored and we reserve the right to restrict access to future events for those with a recurring pattern.
Your cooperation helps us run inclusive and well-managed events for the entire community.
Please note that photos and videos will be taken during the event.
We look forward to welcoming you to LSIW25 and to join forces in shaping a resilient world.
Agenda Day 1
Tuesday, October 21st
Registration and Lunch
LuxFLAG welcome
Housekeeping and introduction
Opening remarks
Thomas Schoos - Director-General for International, European and Internal Affairs
Linklaters session - more info to follow
What’s next for Sustainable Finance: SFDR, SIU and EU Competitiveness Compass
Michael Horvath - Sustainability Leader
ESG in the Era of Global Rewiring: Are investors priorities shifting?
Aela Cozic - Associate Director, Sustainable Investing
Coffee break
Impact Private Debt: "Real" Impact VS "Paper" Impact
ESG Strategy vs Space and Defense
Bettina Werner - Sustainability Lead
Natural Capital Investing: Mirova’s Vision After 10 Years and $1B Raised
Gautier Queru - Managing Director, Natural Capital
Coffee break
Guest speech - more info to follow
ESG and climate litigation risks
The ESG mirage: Data, disclosure, and the new reality
Agenda Day 2
Wednesday, October 22nd
Registration and Lunch
LuxFLAG welcome
Housekeeping and introduction
LIST and Space Agency - more info to follow
Green.Grey.Gone. Why no fund can hide from climate change - and what that means for investors
Lisa Backes - Deputy CEO / Member of the Management Board
ESG Data: Between regulatory streamlining and performance requirements. Interview with Petra Besson
Coffee break
Investing in the Energy Transition: A Differentiated Approach to Sustainability
Lorenzo Van Der Vaeren - Fund Manager
Between green ambitions and red tape: taking stock of the ESG market evolutions
Sustainable Finance Market Insights: ING’s view on the Transition
Jan De Jaeck - Sustainable Finance Lead Belgium, Luxembourg and Nordics Wholesale Banking
Coffee break
Special guest - more info to follow
ABBL session - more info to follow
Closing remarks
Laura Gehlkopf - ESG Coordinator
Networking cocktail
Interested in attending LSIW25?
#LSIW25 is composed of a series of standalone events covering a wide range of topics such as Climate Finance, ESG