Fintech for Net Zero

“Fintech for Net Zero” is an industry collaboration in Australia focused on climate and sustainability initiatives within the fintech sector. This will be held on 12 March 2024.

https://www.fintechaustralia.org.au/events/fintech-for-net-zero

The collaboration, led by FinTech Australia, includes panel discussions and company pitches to foster ideas on the tech sector’s environmental impact.

All proceeds from event ticket sales are committed to understanding and offsetting the event’s carbon emissions, in partnership with Clima, which also offers attendees a choice in supporting specific offset projects.

Austrade supports the initiative by promoting Australian businesses globally that can contribute to achieving net zero and a green economy, as detailed in the Australian Green Economy Prospectus.

Startupbootcamp is a global network offering accelerator programs to help startups scale globally, providing mentorship, training, and access to a network of partners and investors.

BDO offers services in audit, tax, and advisory, with a focus on sustainability, supporting clients with carbon accounting, sustainability reporting, and decarbonisation strategies.

Stone and Chalk aim to drive growth for tech startups and scaleups by connecting them with founders, investors, industry stakeholders, and mentors.

Clima offers advisory services and environmental assets to help clients navigate carbon markets and develop net-zero strategies, catering to both local and global institutions.

FootprintLab provides ESG Data-as-a-Service, offering detailed data on the carbon footprint of transactions across sectors and countries, used by entities like the Australian government, the UN, and the World Bank.

Slyp aims to reduce non-recyclable paper receipt waste by offering digital receipts through banking apps, SMS, and merchant apps, and has received B Corp certification in September 2023.

Good For B focuses on funding green projects and businesses aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, using technology to shift financial flows towards sustainability.