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As geopolitical risk rises, responsible investors are being asked harder questions about defence, security, dual-use technology and space. Historically, many responsible investment approaches have treated defence primarily through exclusions, particularly controversial weapons. However, emerging debates in Europe, Australia and New Zealand are reframing defence through national resilience, human security, democratic stability, cyber, space infrastructure and supply-chain sovereignty.
This interactive workshop will explore how responsible investors can distinguish between controversial weapons, conventional defence, dual-use technology, space infrastructure and defence-adjacent services. Participants will work through practical case studies and develop decision criteria for portfolio construction, stewardship, disclosure and client communication.
ESG Investment Analyst at Pathfinder
Alex is an environmental scientist with a passion for sustainability and responsible investing. Alex brings experience in the field of climate science and financial services, having worked as a consultant first at Tonkin & Taylor and PwC, and then working in house as an ESG expert at BNZ, ASB and Kernel Wealth. Alex is committed to helping kiwis grow their wealth in a responsible manner that contributes to addressing some of our biggest problems such as climate change.
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