Liselotte Arni
About Liselotte Arni
Liselotte Arni serves as the Head of Environmental and Social Risk at UBS, where she has worked since 2003. She has developed and oversees the execution of UBS's climate change strategy and represents the company in various international initiatives.
Work at UBS
Liselotte Arni has been with UBS since 2003, serving as the Head of Environmental and Social Risk (ESR). In this role, she has developed and oversees the execution of UBS's climate change strategy, which was first established in 2006. Arni represents UBS in the UN Environment Program Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) and acts as the Secretary of the UBS Global ESR Committee. Her responsibilities include managing environmental and social risks associated with the bank's operations and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Education and Expertise
Liselotte Arni studied at the University of Bern, Switzerland, where she pursued a degree in Business and Economics along with a certificate in Environmental Studies. She achieved a Master of Science (lic. rer. pol) during her studies from 1990 to 1997. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both economic principles and environmental issues, which are critical to her role at UBS.
Background
Liselotte Arni has extensive experience in environmental and social risk management. She has been involved in various initiatives and committees that focus on sustainability and human rights. Arni serves on the advisory board of the University of Zurich Competence Center for Human Rights (UZHR) and is a member of the UBS and Society Operating Committee. Additionally, she acts as Sherpa of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders and is a member of the advisory board of the Swiss Center of Expertise in Human Rights (SCHR).
Achievements
Throughout her career, Liselotte Arni has played a significant role in shaping UBS's approach to environmental and social risk. She has been instrumental in the development of the bank's climate change strategy and its implementation. Her involvement in high-level initiatives, such as the UN Environment Program Finance Initiative and the World Economic Forum, highlights her commitment to advancing sustainability practices within the financial sector.