AFIR-ERM & ASTIN: ESG Risk – Learnings from the Banks

As global stakeholders intensify their focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, financial institutions are emerging as both catalysts and case studies in the ESG transition journey. This webinar, "ESG Risk: Learnings from the Banks", explores how leading banks have navigated the complex shift from ESG intention to execution. Drawing on real-world strategies, governance structures, and disclosure practices, we will unpack key lessons from the sector—ranging from integrating ESG risk into credit assessment and capital allocation to tackling data gaps and aligning with regulatory frameworks like the ISSB and EBA Guidelines. Join us to uncover what the banks have done right, where challenges remain, and what these insights mean for your organization’s ESG roadmap.

Speakers: Andries Schutte and Lizette Strauss

This 90-minute session includes a live Q&A, giving you the chance to engage directly with ESG experts and banking leaders.
If you work in banking, insurance, investment management, ESG consulting, regulatory bodies, or are involved in risk and actuarial functions, this webinar is designed for you. You'll gain practical insights into how leading financial institutions are navigating ESG challenges and aligning with evolving global standards.

About Our Speakers:

Andries Schutte | Speaker
Andries is a fellow of ASSA, the IFOA, and a CERA. He has worked in life assurance, stock broking, and consulting. He founded Riskscape in 2012 and joined True North Partners as a Partner in 2015—both active in climate risk. Over 20 years in consulting, including as a partner at KPMG and now at True North Partners, he has advised banks, insurers, and regulators on risk management. A keen entrepreneur, he has co-founded several businesses in risk and tech. He is a non-executive director for private companies in data analytics and property. He sits on the IAA’s Climate and Sustainability committee and chairs its water risk task force.

Lizette Strauss | Speaker
Lizette is a partner at True North Partners specializing in ESG topics. Her ESG experience covers various countries in the European Union, the UK, China and Southern Africa. Prior to joining TNP in 2021 she worked in the South African banking sector in balance sheet management, specializing in risk appetite and stress testing. She holds a masters of science in quantitative risk management from the North west university as well the GARP Sustainability and Climate risk certificate.