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Water is becoming one of the most contested resources on the planet, with far‑reaching implications for economies, businesses and investors. Jane Goodland speaks with Franck Gbaguidi from Eurasia Group about the rise of the “water weapon”, how weak water governance is intensifying competition, and what companies and governments can do to manage growing water‑related risk.

What does responsible leadership look like in practice? Sir Mark Moody‑Stuart is a distinguished business leader and former geologist who has held senior leadership and board roles at some of the world's largest organisations including Shell, Anglo American, Saudi Aramco and HSBC. Sitting down with Jane Goodland, he reflects on how his experience serving on boards and engaging with governments has shaped his views on ethical leadership, the role of multilateral frameworks in today’s changing geopolitical landscape, and how open conversations between business, civil society and governments can create long‑term value.

How are investors integrating sustainability considerations to manage risk and create value? Richard Manley, Chief Sustainability Officer at CPP Investments, discusses how sustainability integration has evolved into a core driver of long‑term value creation. The conversation covers the role of climate scenario analysis, company governance, physical risk and why informed decision‑making remains central to resilient, long‑term investment outcomes.

With traditional aid budgets declining, how can NGOs unlock new sources of capital to drive sustainable development? Paul Ronalds, CEO of Save the Children Global Ventures, explains how the charity is reinventing its funding model through impact investing and nature‑based solutions that deliver measurable outcomes for children. Paul unpacks the philosophy behind child‑lens investing and how innovative finance can create sustainable, long‑term benefits for children and their communities.

Richard Edelman, CEO of global communications firm Edelman breaks down the key findings of the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer, exploring how insularity—the theme of this year’s report—is impacting workplaces, consumer behaviour and economic sentiment. He shares why trust has become the "ultimate currency" for institutions, the risks posed by declining confidence in institutions, and how trust brokering can help leaders bridge divides and strengthen organisational resilience.

The LSEG Sustainable Growth podcast is back — and this season, we’re on camera. Join Jane and leading voices across sustainability, business and finance — now available to watch as well as listen. Follow to catch the first episode wherever you listen to your podcasts. The LSEG Sustainable Growth Podcast tackles important topics which intersect sustainability and finance, hosted by Jane Goodland, LSEG’s Group Head of Sustainability. We hear from leading experts about some of today's biggest topics – including climate transition, green infrastructure, carbon markets, financial inclusion and much more.

Mining is vital to sustainable growth but how can it be safer and more sustainable? From the hard lessons of Brazil’s Brumadinho disaster to bold investor-led initiatives, Adam Matthews, Chief Responsible Investment Officer at the Church of England Pensions Board and Chair of the Global Investor Commission on Mining 2030 shares what it takes to align finance, industry, and governments for long-term value creation.

Can clean energy investment outpace fossil fuel demand? In this episode, Ben Daly, Head of Transition Finance at Standard Chartered, explores how capital is fueling large-scale decarbonisation projects across the globe—from the first wave of carbon capture to gigafactories powering electric vehicles. Ben also unpacks the critical role of electrification, policy innovation and regional motivations in shaping the future of the energy transition.

How could physical climate risk reshape global economies? The 2025 Net Zero Atlas assesses exposure to climate hazards across eight major economies — the US, China, Japan, Germany, the UK, France, Italy, and Türkiye — representing 2.2 billion people and nearly 60% of global GDP. In this episode of the LSEG Sustainable Growth podcast, Jaakko Kooroshy, Global Head of Sustainable Investment Research at LSEG, explores how risks like flooding, heatwaves, wildfires, and water stress could impact supply chains, insurance, and real estate markets.With $28.3 trillion in economic value at risk by mid-century, Jaakko explains the expanded scope of this year’s Atlas and what it means for investors, policymakers, and businesses. Listen now on your favourite podcast platform. Read the full report: lseg.com/en/insights/cop30-net-zero-atlas

Why does the UN share best practices with stock exchanges? In this episode, Anthony Miller, Chief Coordinator of the UN Sustainable Stock Exchange Initiative (UNSSE), explains how the UN partners with exchanges worldwide to encourage sustainable investment. He also discusses the London Stock Exchange's unique approach to voluntary carbon markets and unpacks the key issues he believes capital markets are underestimating today.