Cash as a Climate Tool: A Practical Masterclass
Track
Climate Capital
Format
Skills Lab (Up to 3 Facilitators/Speakers)
Speakers
- NameLaura Wildenborg
- TitleVice President of Strategic Lending
- OrganizationSunrise Banks
- NamePaul Moinester
- TitleFounder and Executive Director
- OrganizationTopo Finance
Description
Most organizations committed to climate action overlook a powerful lever: everyday cash and treasury management. While impact efforts often focus on philanthropy, procurement, or long‑term investments, more than $7 trillion in U.S. corporate cash is quietly financing fossil fuels and high‑emission activities—roughly 20% of U.S. emissions.
This session explores how leading organizations are aligning daily financial practices, from checking accounts to short‑term investments, with net‑zero goals. Through real‑world examples, emerging products, and models like Net Zero Deposits, participants will gain practical tools to assess their banking footprint, engage financial partners, and move cash toward climate‑positive impact.