9th Sustainable and Impact Investments International Conference

Advancing Social Impact Finance Research and Practice

The European Commission's Joint Research Centre, in partnership with Sapienza University of Rome, UnitelmaSapienza, and Casmef - LUISS Guido Carli, presents the 9th edition of the Sustainable and Impact Investments International Conference on January 22-23, 2026, at Handwerkskammer Hamburg, Germany. This annual meeting brings together international scholars, practitioners, and policymakers involved in the social impact finance field for knowledge exchange, research presentation, and policy dialogue.

Conference Focus

The Sustainable and Impact Investments International Conference serves as a premier platform for examining developments in social impact finance from academic, practitioner, and policy perspectives. Since the Joint Research Centre joined the founding partners in 2023, the conference has strengthened its role in facilitating dialogue between research and practice communities while advancing understanding of sustainable and impact investment approaches, methodologies, and outcomes.

Conference Features

The conference offers publication opportunities and best paper awards while engaging high-standing scholars and professionals in substantive discussions on social impact finance evolution. The program features several outstanding keynote speakers addressing critical developments and challenges in sustainable and impact investment fields, providing attendees with insights from leading voices shaping research and practice.

Who Should Attend

This conference welcomes international scholars conducting research on social impact finance, practitioners implementing sustainable and impact investment strategies, and policymakers developing regulatory frameworks and support mechanisms for the sector. The diverse participant profile facilitates cross-disciplinary dialogue and knowledge exchange between academic research, practical implementation, and policy development communities.

What to Expect

This two-day conference at Handwerkskammer Hamburg provides opportunities for presenting research, discussing practical experiences, and examining policy implications of sustainable and impact investments. Through keynote addresses, paper presentations, and networking sessions, participants engage with cutting-edge research findings, implementation case studies, and policy innovations shaping how capital markets address social and environmental challenges while delivering financial returns.