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Coop Exchange attends ICMIF's centenary conference

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LONDON – October 30th 2022 – In a significant move towards fostering sustainable finance, Coop Exchange proudly attended the International Cooperative and Mutual Insurance Federation's (ICMIF) Centenary Conference held in Rome, July 2022. This landmark event, commemorating a century of cooperative and mutual insurance excellence, focused on pivotal themes such as sustainable finance and the urgent need to address climate change - areas where Coop Exchange is poised to make substantial strides.

As a pioneering platform designed to empower impact investors, Coop Exchange's attendance at the conference underscored its commitment to advancing sustainable investment practices within the global mutual sector. The event offered an unparalleled opportunity for Coop Exchange to engage with key stakeholders, thought leaders, and decision-makers, fostering collaborations aimed at driving meaningful change in the face of global environmental challenges.

Highlighting the conference's focus, Coop Exchange demonstrated how its innovative approach to impact investing is perfectly aligned with the mutual sector's values of solidarity and sustainability. "Attending and participating in ICMIF's Centenary Conference was a reaffirmation of our mission to leverage cooperative principles for greater impact," said Stephen Gill, CEO of Coop Exchange. "It provided a unique platform to discuss how impact investors can actively contribute to tackling climate change, reinforcing that sustainable finance is not just a necessity but an opportunity for growth and resilience."

The event's discussions on sustainable finance and climate action resonated with Coop Exchange's objectives, highlighting the critical role of the mutual and cooperative sector in achieving a sustainable future. By facilitating investments in cooperatives, Coop Exchange is positioning itself to be at the forefront of creating an ecosystem where financial returns and member interests converge with environmental stewardship.

As Coop Exchange continues to build on the insights and connections gained at the conference, it remains dedicated to empowering investors and cooperatives alike to contribute to a greener, more sustainable world. The ICMIF Centenary Conference has reinforced Coop Exchange's position as a catalyst for change, driving forward the agenda for sustainable finance and climate action within the global mutual sector.

For more information about Coop Exchange and its initiatives, please visit www.coop.exchange.

Contact Information: Aaron Stewart Director – aaron.stewart@coop.exchange