Enabling the transition
of the finance industry

Our projects affect the whole sustainable finance ecosystem. We work tirelessly to accelerate change, equip the industry to respond to global challenges, and increase alignment between financial players.

Investors

Drive change management

2022

Product development based on new regulations (SFDR, EU Taxonomy) for a global index provider

2021

Co-design of RI strategy and development of implementation roadmap for a large insurance company

2020

Gap analysis and development of RI strategy for one of the largest Swiss fixed income asset manager

“With Contrast, we confidently explored the complex topic of ESG and know that we have a partner who will not only help us to meet growing expectations, but also to find our very own way.”

Education

Build professional competencies

2022

Development of online training courses on RI and ESG integration across asset classes

“I credit Contrast with a large part of my organization’s success. They deliver not only what we needed, but service above and beyond to surpass our loftiest goals.”

2021

Author of the CFA Certificate in Climate and Investing’s chapter on Regulation and Corporate Reporting

2019

Development of Certificate in ESG Investing for the CFA

Initiatives

Promote sustainable finance

2022

Research and identification of investment opportunities to drive food systems transformation

2021

Development of an Eco-Tourism Fund for a leading environmental NGO

“The cooperation with Contrast Capital was smooth and very efficient. Contrast Capital’s study on the topic of eco-lodges met or even exceeded all our expectations.”

2020

Development of Reporting Framework for UNPRI signatories

“Contrast’s expertise in Responsible Investment is incredibly diverse, practical and outcomes-focused. They can distill complex concepts into actionable steps.”

Previous Projects

2018/19

Advise on ESG integration and RI reporting for several Swiss wealth managers

2018/19

Development of online training on RI and ESG integration for investment professionals and relationship managers

“Beyond its vast expertise, the aspect the strikes me the most about Contrast is that they truly care about their clients and their success. It’s apparent not just in their words, but in their work.”

2018

Development of Swiss Pension Funds Responsible Investment Rating survey for a leading environmental NGO

“Contrast’s Responsible Investment expertise, combined with a high sense of professionalism and pragmatism, make them a really great partner to work with.”