Online Course

Sustainable Investing Masterclass

Clarity. Confidence. Commercial outcomes.

Sustainable investing has become a central theme in finance, but most professionals were never trained for it.

Regulations evolve, clients ask complex questions, and the industry is flooded with jargon.

What you need is not more information. You need a clear, practical way to apply sustainability inside investment decisions, deal execution and value creation, without losing sight of returns.

That is exactly what this masterclass is designed to deliver.
  •  Launch date: 31 January 2026
  • Format: On demand video modules + a live Q&A session
  • Who it is for: Finance and investment professionals who want clarity and confidence when discussing and implementing sustainability
  • Duration: Complete at your own pace, on your schedule
Masterclass

What's in the Masterclass

A practical, self-paced learning program for professionals in private equity, asset management, corporate finance and investor relations who want to:

  • Understand sustainability without jargon

  • Integrate it directly into investment processes


  • Improve conversations with investors, partners and portfolio companies


  • Avoid greenwashing and regulatory missteps


  • Link sustainability to commercial value and performance


  • This is not theory. It is how sustainable investing works in the real world.

Masterclass

What's covered in the Masterclass

Chapter 1: Not All ESG Funds Are Created Equal

Cuts through the noise around sustainability by showing why many funds use the same language but deliver very different outcomes. You will be able to explain the differences between ESG approaches and recognise what actually drives value, credibility and returns.

Chapter 2: The Energy Transition

Reveals where the largest capital shift of the decade is happening and why this transition affects every sector and asset class. You will learn how to integrate the Energy Transition into your investment strategy and identify credible opportunities early.

Chapter 3: Climate Tech and AI

Shows how technology is accelerating sustainability and reshaping business models, cost curves and risk management. You will be able to spot investable technologies, separate hype from substance and articulate why Climate Tech and AI matter for capital allocation.

Chapter 4: Low-Carbon Real Estate

Turns the real estate decarbonisation challenge into a clear commercial opportunity. You will be able to build and communicate the business case for low-carbon real estate and understand why this sector is attracting sustainable capital.

Chapter 5: The Future of Sustainable Investing

Explores the demographic and cultural forces that will define where capital flows next and why sustainability will become the default, not the differentiator. You will leave with a clear view of the trends driving the future of capital markets and understand why sustainable investing is not a niche practice but the direction of the entire industry.
Framework

The New IRR Framework

Patience

Trust

Success
A Framework That Finally Makes Sense

The masterclass is built around a simple but powerful model:

IRR — Impact, Risk, Return

If you work in finance, IRR already matters to you. This program helps you use those same three letters to understand and apply sustainability in a way your investment colleagues will use.

Impact — Where the investment contributes to real world change and market opportunity

Risk — What could impair value if ignored, from climate and regulatory exposure to supply chain issues

Return — How sustainability drives financial outcomes, enhances valuation and attracts capital

Once you learn this lens, sustainability becomes intuitive.  
Materials

The best learning tools you can get

Five (5) On-Demand Video Chapters

Short, focused lessons you can complete at your own pace, anytime

A practical framework (IRR — Impact, Risk, Return)

A repeatable tool you can apply immediately in your current role

Downloadable templates and checklists 

Use them directly with your team, in diligence or with portfolio companies

Live Q&A session with me

Real world examples and explanations. Bring your toughest questions and get real answers, not generic advice

Lifetime access

Revisit modules whenever you need a refresher

Certificate of Completion

Boost your confidence, master the field, become a  professional.
testimonials

Recommended by market practioners

"I had the pleasure of hosting Wincel as our guest speaker at the Women Investor Breakfast Roundtable in Zurich, and she was fantastic. She explained the world of sustainable investing in a way that was clear, and engaging.

Her warm and approachable style made the group feel comfortable and inspired. Several participants told me afterwards how much they enjoyed learning from her and how her insights gave them a fresh perspective."
Judit Sardi
Business Creator
Swizterland
"It was a pleasure having Wincel at the INSEAD Private Equity & Venture Capital Conference. Her comments were very insightful and woke up the interest of the students present."

Mauricio Marchand
Private Equity Professional 
France | Mexico
"She brings clarity to complex ESG and investment topics, turning them into concrete, actionable guidance for investors and leaders, always bridging purpose and performance.

What stood out most to me was the depth and sharpness of her thinking, paired with a genuine commitment to driving meaningful change through finance. Her ability to communicate with such conviction and simplicity shows why she is widely respected as a leading voice in sustainable investing."
Sophie Ho
Investors Relations
Netherlands
Concepts from the Book

Real Returns

Real Returns highlights the biggest opportunities in sustainable investing, identifying the most profitable and exciting sectors that provide both financial returns and sustainable outcomes.

It's a must-read for professional investors, finance professionals, chief investment officers, and business leaders navigating capital decisions.  
testimonials

Recommended by business leaders

“Real Returns bridges the gap between finance and purpose. Wincel Kaufmann shows how investors can deploy capital not only for profit but for planetary health and social progress. This book is a timely reminder that true value creation comes when business, nature, and society are aligned, a guide for those shaping the next generation of sustainable finance.”
André Hoffmann
Vice-Chairman, Roche 
Co-Chair, World Economic Forum
"Wincel Kaufmann cuts through ESG noise to show where capital can drive real returns and real impact. Covering sectors from renewables to real estate and private equity, Real Returns is a must-read for today’s investors and leaders. From renewables to private equity, this book is a clear roadmap to the biggest opportunities in sustainable finance.”
Mirjam Staub-Bisang
Chair, BlackRock Switzerland
"Real Returns is a thoughtful and inspiring book for decision-makers navigating the complexities of sustainable investing. Wincel Kaufmann blends personal experiences with deep expertise, offering actionable insights and highlighting sectors where financial performance aligns with meaningful impact. This book empowers readers to shape a sustainable future while making smarter, more informed investment decisions.”
Sandra Huber-Schütz
Vice Chairwoman, UBS
About me

About me

Wincel Kaufmann

Wincel is an Author, Speaker and Sustainable Investing expert. She is an Advisory Board Member of the Solar Impulse Foundation’s World Alliance for Efficient Solutions and serves as a judge for the Women of the Future Awards.

With an MBA from INSEAD, a degree in Economics and certifications in ESG investing, she brings a global perspective to advancing sustainable finance.

She’s a Swiss-Filipina who’s lived in 5 countries and speaks 3 languages. Now living in Switzerland with her husband and her dog, she continues to teach others how to navigate sustainable investing.
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