Dr. Sebastian Köffer

The panel “The need of impact investing” discusses the critical role of investment decisions in combating climate change and creating positive social change. We explore the facts surrounding impact investment and its relevance to our planet. Impact investing has gained significant traction contributing to sustainable solutions worldwide, e.g., renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, and other climate-related sectors. However, many argue that the current changes in the industry may not be enough to meet the ambitious climate targets set forth by global agreements. We will navigate the complexities and challenges, striving to bridge the gap between ambition and action, talking about the innovative approaches, partnerships, and policy frameworks that can enhance the startup ecosystem’s ability to drive meaningful change in the face of climate crisis.

Dr. Sebastian Köffer werkt als algemeen directeur bij Digital Hub münsterLAND en bevordert de onderlinge verbinding van gevestigde bedrijven met start-ups om de digitale transformatie in Münsterland te bevorderen. Daarvoor promoveerde hij aan het European Research Center for Information Systems aan de WWU Münster en werkte hij als consultant voor Business Intelligence-systemen. Sebastian is de organisator van talrijke start-up-evenementen, waaronder de ERCIS Launch Pad en de NRW Hub Battle. Hij is afgestudeerd in de Economische informatica van de Universiteit Paderborn.