The use of environmental, social and governance ("ESG") derivatives continues to grow. Previously a niche marketplace, ESG derivatives now attract a broader set of market participants that are driving its growth. This interest reinforces the idea that derivatives can play a key role in the advancement of ESG objectives in the financial markets and in the global transition to a green economy.

This IFM workshop provides foundational information about ESG markets, government and investor expectations, and what factors are driving growth and product innovation. It also will demonstrate how these unique types of derivatives can be used to manage the financial risks related to ESG.

Who Should Attend?

• Futures market professionals, investors, money managers
  
• Sales and marketing personnel at futures commission merchants (FCMs)
  
• Staff in trading, risk management and legal departments
  
• Policymakers at state and federal levels

What You'll Learn:After the course you will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of ESG derivatives products
  
• Learn about various product structures and transaction types
  
• Examine examples sustainability-linked derivatives
  
• Explore offerings in ESG credit derivatives contracts and exchange traded derivatives
  
• Know the top industry influencers in ESG strategies and product development

And, specifically related to energy and emissions trading, you will:

• Know the role of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and relevance of Kyoto, the Paris Accord and most recent COP26 standards
  
• Understand how the emissions trading program ("Cap and Trade") works
  
• Learn about the influences of the EPA and the states in key North American carbon markets
  
• Become familiar with derivatives market innovations that are advancing the use of renewable energy and renewable fuel derivatives