COP28: Green finance skills will be more critical than ever as ESG strategies gain prominence in investment and business decisions

COP28: Green finance skills will be more critical than ever as ESG strategies gain prominence in investment and business decisions

Dubai, UAE: Accountancy profession is uniquely placed to support long-term economic success driven by responsible, sustainable business practice.

As part of its COP28 activities, ACCA hosted Women in Finance and CFO Breakfast Club events for finance professionals focused on forging a path towards a sustainable future.

Women in Business: Driving Sustainable Impact

The first event, Women in Business: Driving Sustainable Impact, was hosted by Helen Brand, Chief Executive, ACCA, and discussed the role that female leaders play in driving sustainability and ESG (environmental, social and corporate governance) in senior leadership roles.

The session was moderated by Diana Wilde, Co-Founder of Aurora50, with co-panellists Cynthia Corby, Partner, Deloitte Middle East and Women In Finance Chairperson; Dr Ayesha Bin Lootah, Board Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors - UAE Chapter; and Nicola Jane Thompson, Group Chief Audit Officer, RAKBANK.

“Professional bodies, like us, have a responsibility to support the roles of accountants and finance professionals in navigating the challenges of the sustainability landscape with education and practical resources,” said Helen Brand. “Accounting for a Better World is our agenda for action for a sustainable future. The global nature of accountancy - and the central role of accountants working in and for organisations - means that our