On September 4, 2025, Swesif hosted a webinar on Impact Investing, moderated by Swesif board member Emma Sjöström (AP7).
Catherine Macaulay, Co-Head of Impact Management at Schroders, presented a new study conducted in collaboration with Oxford University (Saïd Business School). The empirical analysis challenged the common perception that genuine impact investments must come at the expense of returns.
Linda Sundberg, Head of Responsible Investment at the Church of Sweden, shared the church’s perspective on impact investing. With a strong ethical and sustainability-driven mandate, their approach demonstrated how capital can serve as a tool for positive societal change while also striving for long-term financial returns.
The webinar offered insights into both academic research and practical applications of impact investing, and gathered a strong audience from across Swesif’s network. We warmly thank our speakers and all participants who contributed with thoughtful questions during the Q&A.
