Sustainable Markets Initiative

As we mark our 5th Anniversary, the halfway point in our Terra Carta mandate to put Nature, people, planet at the heart of global value creation, the Sustainable Markets Initiative is honoured to have received a message from His Holiness the Dalai Lama.   “I feel optimistic about the future. In my lifetime I have witnessed rapid changes in human attitude towards the earth, which is a hopeful sign. Today there is concerted efforts in seeking a new ecological order that focuses on environmental and ecological protection. This effort needs to continue, and I commend SMI and likeminded organizations for taking the lead.” – His Holiness, the Dalai Lama   #SMITerraCarta #Nature #Sustainability

Cambridge in the UK is a global hotspot for #Science and #Innovation, home to cutting-edge research centres. And with science, technology and innovation critical to accelerating the transition to a sustainable future, we were delighted to host an exclusive ‘Seeing is Believing’ tour to Cambridge for several of our member CEOs. The tour followed the SMI’s Terra Carta Roundtables & Exhibition at Hampton Court Palace which concluded last week with a visit by His Majesty King Charles III.   Our thanks to Pascal Soriot, CEO of AstraZeneca, who led a tour of the AstraZeneca Discovery Centre (DISC), the UK’s largest research and development centre; to Dr. Jan Löwe, Director of the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB), a research institute dedicated to the understanding of important biological processes in order to help solve key problems in human health; and to Prof. Rob Miller, Director of the University of Cambridge’s Whittle Laboratory, the world’s leading jet engine research laboratory developing the future of flight through the Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA).   #SMITerraCarta #SMISeeingIsBelieving

We were pleased to welcome Federico Marchetti, Founder of the YOOX NET-A-PORTER Group and chair of the SMI’s Fashion Taskforce at the Terra Carta Roundtables and Exhibition, which took place at Hampton Court Palace this week. Read more on the discussions that took place and how the global fashion, textile and apparel sectors are working to accelerate the transition towards a more sustainable future in his exclusive interview with Corriere della Sera. https://lnkd.in/ejApCF-e #SMITerraCarta #Fashion

The Terra Carta Roundtables & Exhibition saw 400 CEOs, innovators and political figures convene at Hampton Court Palace to lay out the economic case for transition and continue their efforts to accelerate a sustainable future.   Across two days, the splendour of the Palace played host to 25 exhibits showcasing groundbreaking innovations, 19 roundtable discussions focused on delivering system level change, and 16 plenaries exploring the business opportunity ahead, building on the trillions of dollars invested since 2020.    Marking five years since His Majesty King Charles III, then Prince of Wales, founded the Sustainable Markets Initiative – the central message from the summit was clear: sustainable transition is the growth story of our time. #SMITerraCarta #TheSMI #AstraCarta The Royal Household

The Terra Carta Roundtables & Exhibition, SMI’s 5-year anniversary summit, concluded last night with a visit by His Majesty King Charles III. The summit laid out the economic case for transition. Five years ago, when he was Prince of Wales, the King launched SMI, a private sector CEO led "coalition of the willing" with the Terra Carta mandate, a roadmap to creating a sustainable future. Amid the splendour of Hampton Court Palace, His Majesty saw for himself the incredible progress that is being made, including the trillions being invested into clean energy globally. He spoke to CEOs from around the world across industry and finance and encouraged them to continue their efforts to accelerate a sustainable future. He heard from leaders of banks and investors who are committed to funding a future we can all believe in. He talked to young innovators developing the technologies of the future. If there was one message His Majesty heard loudly from SMI members, it was that investing in the transition makes business sense. It is the growth story of our time. #SMITerraCarta #TheSMI #AstraCarta The Royal Household

Jennifer Jordan-Saifi, M.V.O., MBA, CEO of the Sustainable Markets Initiative, road tests a hydrogen powered car at the Terra Carta Roundtables & Exhibition at Hampton Court Palace. Also pictured, Hugo Spowers MBE, founder of Riversimple, a car manufacturer pioneering the next generation of zero emission vehicles. The car was on display at the two day summit where hundreds of CEOs, innovators and politicians are meeting to discuss accelerating investment in sustainable transition. #SMITerraCarta #TheSMI

On the second day of the Terra Carta Roundtables & Exhibition, business leaders from the energy and finance sectors came together to explore the future of China’s Green Supply Chain. The panel addressed the challenges of the green transition in emerging markets and offered practical solutions. Key discussions focused on the vital role of innovation, both in advancing renewable energy production and in developing sustainable finance frameworks. These initiatives must be pursued alongside efforts to reduce international dependence on traditional energy sources. Decarbonising global supply chains is an urgent priority, one that requires educating stakeholders across the entire value chain and fostering long-term, global collaboration. #SMITerraCarta #TheSMI Left to right: Xu Liang, General Secretary of SMI China Council; Zoisa North-Bond, CEO of Octopus Energy Generation; Zhang Yiling, Chairman and CEO of Erdos Electric Power and Metallurgy Group; Sir Noel Quinn, Former CEO of HSBC; Fang Wenjian, General Manager of Bank of China London Branch

We warmly welcome the launch of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD)’s global adoption campaign. This initiative, unveiled at the Sustainable Markets Initiative’s Terra Carta Roundtables & Exhibition, marks a critical step in aligning financial flows with Nature-positive outcomes, fostering transparency, and integrating Nature into decision-making processes. As we strive to put Nature, People, and Planet at the heart of global value creation, we celebrate TNFD’s leadership in driving systemic change. https://lnkd.in/eXwgCs8x #SMITerraCarta

The first day of the inaugural Terra Carta Roundtables & Exhibition, marking 5 years of the Sustainable Markets Initiative, saw hundreds of CEOs, innovators and political figures gather at Hampton Court Palace, London. Their mission: to mobilise the trillions of dollars in investment required to progress towards a sustainable future. Throughout the Palace’s numerous chambers, halls and staterooms the focus was on collaboration, innovation, and action. Roll on Day 2!   #SMITerraCarta

Pioneering fashion CEOs, visionary designers, and artisans converged at the Redefining Fashion Plenary during the Terra Carta Roundtables & Exhibition to explore the impact of the cultural shifts revolutionising the fashion landscape.    The panel shared insights into the trends shaping a new marketplace, where sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation are driving a more sustainable fashion future. #SMITerraCarta #redefiningfashion #TheSMI Left to right: Omoyemi Akerele, founder and CEO of Lagos Fashion Week and Style House Files; Scott Raskin, CEO Worldly; Sarah Woodcock, CEO, The Anti-Slavery Collective; Caroline Rush, CEO British Fashion Council; Andrew Xeni, CEO & Founder, Fabucus and Founder & Chairman, Nobody's Child