Managing Climate Risk: A Practical Framework for Organisations

25 Nov 2026
Climate risk is no longer just an environmental issue - it is a business risk that affects strategy, governance, finance, operations, and long-term resilience. As physical, transition, legal, stakeholder, social equity, and governance risks continue to evolve, organisations need a coordinated approach that extends well beyond the sustainability team. This keynote introduces ISEP's new guidance, Managing Climate Risk in your Business, and explores how organisations can identify, assess, prioritise, and manage climate-related risks as part of mainstream business governance. It explains the complementary roles of senior leaders and sustainability practitioners and demonstrates how effective collaboration can strengthen organisational resilience and support better decision-making. Drawing on leading practice, the session provides practical insights into risk appetite, controls and gaps, risk management and ownership, and avoiding greenwashing, equipping delegates with a clear framework for embedding climate risk into business strategy and everyday decision-making.