ESG Impacts on Access to Capital for the Canadian Energy Sector

A multifaceted panel discussion bringing a comprehensive view into the ways ESG considerations have affected Canadian Energy companies’ access to capital in the form of syndicated facilities, other debt instruments and equity.  Examples of the role sustainable finance can play in supporting the responsible development of our natural resources and how conventional energy companies are adapting.  This session will endeavor to provide a general understanding of the performance metrics used to measure ESG-related instruments, including definitions of Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions and the evolving ESG reporting standards.  Along with an overview of green taxonomies, the role of sustainable finance in supporting companies’ ESG agendas and where North America is at in relation to the rest of the world.  

1.0 hr CE

Objectives:  Gain insights on how ESG has affected capital access for Canadian Energy companies.