GenAI x Climate x Finance: Hype, Horsepower, and Hard Realities
July 29 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
The world faces a $6 trillion annual shortfall in climate finance, and financial institutions are under pressure to respond with speed, scale, and accountability. Could generative AI be the catalyst for bridging this gap?
Join Hemanth Setty, Founder of Zero Circle and former Head of Risk & Compliance Products at Dun & Bradstreet, for this exclusive webinar taking place on 29th July 2025 at 12pm UK Time.
This session will provide a unique opportunity to explore how GenAI is revolutionising climate finance, ESG reporting, and sustainability strategy. From fragmented data and regulatory complexity to new opportunities in investment and risk analysis, Hemanth will unpack the practical realities of applying AI for impact.
Drawing on deep experience in ESG innovation, AI product development, and enterprise strategy, Hemanth will offer grounded insights for finance professionals, sustainability leads, policymakers, and technologists—no matter your background or technical expertise.
Agenda
Introduction by CFTE – Centre for Finance, Technology and Entrepreneurship
Event Agenda:
- Part 1 – GenAI x Climate x Finance: Hype, Horsepower, and Hard Realities
Hemanth Setty will open the session by exploring how generative AI is being applied across ESG reporting, sustainability disclosures, and climate risk management. Learn how financial institutions and businesses, especially small and mid-sized, can harness AI to address data fragmentation, unlock funding opportunities, and build more inclusive climate strategies. - Part 2 – Live Q&A:
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a live Q&A session to gain tailored advice directly from Hemanth Setty.
About the Speaker
Hemanth Setty is the Founder of Zero Circle, a climate tech platform dedicated to making sustainability reporting and collaboration accessible for businesses of all sizes. A seasoned entrepreneurial product and technology leader, he previously led ESG and risk product innovation at Dun & Bradstreet, launching one of the world’s largest ESG rating systems for private companies.
Hemanth’s work sits at the intersection of data, impact, and transformation. His mission is to help organisations accelerate their sustainability journey using modern technology, value chain collaboration, and AI-powered intelligence.
Why Attend
- Strategic Insights: Understand how GenAI is changing the way financial institutions approach ESG, compliance, and climate-related risk.
- Practical Applications: Learn real-world strategies for using GenAI to streamline reporting, improve data quality, and scale sustainable finance solutions.
- Expert Perspectives: Gain exclusive insights from one of the leading voices in ESG innovation and AI-driven sustainability strategy.
- Exclusive Access: This webinar is part of the Generative AI 360 Programme, giving participants advanced insights and exclusive learning opportunities.
About the Generative AI 360 Programme
The Generative AI 360 Programme is CFTE’s exclusive offering designed to empower professionals to leverage AI in finance, compliance, and beyond. This webinar is part of the programme and is available exclusively to its participants.
Be part of this exclusive session to explore how Generative AI can transform compliance and unlock new possibilities for your organisation.
