Webinar
Investing In Change: Reducing Pesticide Risks for People and the Environment
Join us for a special Webinar in celebration of The International Day for Biodiversity.
Pesticides remain a central tool in global agriculture, used by both large companies and smallholder farmers to protect crops and ensure food production. Yet the widespread use of certain chemicals—especially those classified as Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs)—raises serious concerns about their long-term impact on human health, ecosystems, and water systems. In this webinar, we explore how the investment community can contribute to addressing these challenges through clear standards, responsible financing, and support for transition strategies. We'll discuss how pesticides are currently categorized by international bodies, where those classifications fall short, and what it means for investors. By focusing on research, integrated pest management practices, and responsible phase out plans for HHPs, participants will gain a comprehensive view of how to support sustainable agriculture while managing exposure to pesticide-related risks.
The session will also touch on how country policy frameworks can complement private sector action—creating a more stable and investable environment for ESG-focused investors, DFIs, and impact capital seeking long-term systemic impact.
What you will take away:
Discover pathways for supporting the transition to safer and more sustainable agriculture, including the role of integrated pest management (IPM), policy influence, and long-term investment strategies.
Learn how to identify and categorise high-risk pesticide practices using global classification systems and explore practical frameworks for responsible investment and engagement.
Gain a clearer understanding of the risks and impacts of pesticide use—including health, environmental, and reputational concerns—and how these affect agricultural production and investment decisions.
Who should attend:
Investors, industry professionals, and anyone passionate about making a meaningful impact through sustainable finance.
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Event Details
Event Program
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| 10:00 | Expert Insights |
| 10:05 | Panel discussion |
| 10:20 | Q&A |
| 10:30 | Wrap-up |
Meet the Speakers
Arend Kulenkampff
Director, Sustainability-Linked Sovereign Debt Hub, NatureFinance
Arend leads NatureFinance’s work on sovereign financing. He has 15 years of experience in sovereign debt, credit trading, risk management, economic research, credit ratings, and debt advisory. Arend was part of the sovereign advisory team at Citigroup, where he helped governments manage a wide range of debt management challenges. He also designed innovative tools for governments while working at BFA Global as a policy specialist and product manager. Arend was a Director of Sovereign Ratings at Fitch Ratings and an investment banker at Standard Bank. He holds a B.A. from McGill University and a MSC from the London School of Economics.
Louise Corbett
ESG Specialist, responsAbility AG
Senior ESG (environmental social governance) specialist with a demonstrated history of assisting clients in meeting national legislation and international standards.
Taylla Scapim
Strategic Initiatives Lead
Taylla Scapim is the Strategic Initiatives Lead at responsAbility Investments AG, where she drives key projects at the intersection of digitalisation and cultural transformation. With a background in Environmental Sciences, she brings experience from Innovation Advisory at Deloitte and Technical Assistance at responsAbility. Taylla is known for connecting the dots across disciplines and leading meaningful conversations that drive action — whether in project teams or public forums.