Jeffrey Tong

Policy Analyst

Jeffrey is currently a policy analyst with the Policy team at AIGCC in Singapore. In his capacity, Jeffrey supports the implementation of AIGCC’s regional and international policy agenda and coordinates stakeholder engagements with financial regulators and policymakers across Asia.

Prior to joining AIGCC, Jeffrey was a climate risk consultant at Intensel, an Asia-based climate risk analytics company, where he advised clients across sectors including asset management, real estate and consulting on the understanding of climate science, integration of risk metrics and alignment with disclosure requirements. He has also coordinated strategic engagements and facilitated the growth and commercialisation of emerging climate innovations in the philanthropic arm of global investment firm Temasek.

Jeffrey brings a background in sustainability research and policy analysis, having produced and contributed to thought leadership reports on climate risk and peer-reviewed environmental policy research. He holds a MSc in Regional and Urban Planning from the London School of Economics and a B.A. in Environmental Studies from Yale-NUS College.

Preliminary Summary – Assessment of National Adaptation Plans and Policies

Policy Briefings | Jeffrey Tong | 11 November 2024

A summary analysis of national climate adaptation planning alignment with investor expectations.

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Data Dashboard – Assessment of Asian National Adaptation Plans

Report | Jeffrey Tong | 11 November 2024

This dashboard shows which existing adaptation plans and policies by governments across Asia align with investor expectations. These expectations include basing national adaptation plans on scenario analysis, consulting the private sector including financial institutions, and ensuring corporate disclosure on physical risks.

Analysis of National Adaptation Plans (Google Spreadsheet)

Empowering Investors to Navigate Climate Challenges through AIGCC’s Physical Risk and Resilience Working Group – A Snapshot of Our Progress

24 September 2024

AIGCC’s Physical Risk and Resilience Working Group (PRR WG) was established to equip investors with the tools and knowledge necessary to integrate  physical risk considerations and resilience in their portfolio management and to catalyse investment in adaptation solutions.