The US SIF: The Sustainable Investment Forum will host Jane Gilbert, Miami Dade County’s pioneering Chief Heat Officer, as its keynote speaker for its 13th annual conference in June 2025. Gilbert’s groundbreaking role positions her as a critical voice in addressing the complex challenges of climate adaptation and sustainable investment.
Gilbert’s expertise spans public-private partnerships, climate mitigation, and urban resilience, with over 30 years of experience addressing environmental challenges. As the world’s first Chief Heat Officer, she works to protect metropolitan residents from extreme heat’s significant risks, focusing on workforce impacts, productivity, and emerging investment opportunities.
The conference, themed ‘Catalyzing a New Era in Sustainable Investing,’ will convene leaders from institutional asset management, wealth advising, research, and public policy sectors. Scheduled for June 26-27 at the Conrad Hotel in Washington, DC, the forum will feature panels exploring critical sustainable investment topics including clean energy strategies, political landscapes, indigenous rights, climate risks, and shareholder engagement processes.
Conference attendees will gain insights into innovative approaches for driving impact and financial returns amid significant industry transformations. The event precedes a Member Day on Capitol Hill, where participants will advocate for sustainable investing principles with congressional representatives.
The forum will also present the 2025 Joan Bavaria Award, honoring global sustainability champions. This annual recognition underscores the conference’s commitment to advancing sustainable investment practices and environmental stewardship.
As climate challenges become increasingly complex, Gilbert’s keynote promises to illuminate the critical connections between environmental resilience, community protection, and strategic financial investment. Her perspective represents a growing recognition that sustainable investing is not just an ethical imperative, but a strategic necessity in an evolving global economy.
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