The Equator Principles Turn 15
The Equator Principles – a global benchmark for sustainable project finance – were created 15 years ago.
SBFN’s 3rd Global Progress Report was launched on 29 October 2021
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The Equator Principles – a global benchmark for sustainable project finance – were created 15 years ago.
A new initiative led by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) aims to help channel private investment and capital to meet the vision of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) published its 2018 Status Report to the Financial Stability Board (FSB) today.
The Central Banks and Supervisors Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS), launched at the Paris One Planet Summit
UNEP FI announced a partnership with 16 of the world’s largest insurers
, UN Environment Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) and 28 banks from around the world are launching the Principles for Responsible Banking
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today announced the launch of a global task force
May 31,2019 December 3, 2018 – EU launched the 1st round climate mitigation activities. Technical experts and stakeholders can provide feedback on selected economic activities
The Brazilian Federation of Banks (FEBRABAN) implemented the first phase of an institutional project to support Brazilian banks in the adoption of the recommendations published by the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) of the Financial Stability Board.
IOSCO´s Growth and Emerging Market Committee (GEMC) published the consultation report Sustainable finance in emerging markets and the role of securities regulators
A recording of the Spring Meeting Webinar is available
The Network for Greening the Financial System collectively acknowledges that climate-related risks are a source of financial risk.
Amundi and IFC published a new report on green bonds in emerging markets, which specifically addresses current gaps in the green bond market
Building upon the momentum from last year’s event, the Bangkok Sustainable Banking Forum 2019 continues to deepen adoption of sustainability practices in the Thai financial industry
In collaboration with 15 commercial banks, the Bank of Thailand will establish guidelines for responsible lending as part of their sustainable business operation.
In a massive boost for climate action and sustainability, leading banks and the United Nations today launched the Principles for Responsible Banking
Climate change is a source of financial risk.
– Progressive green bond and loan issuance for 2019 has just passed USD200bn
The latest version of the Equator Principles (EP) – EP4, referencing the IFC Performance Standards, was launched in Singapore
Conference on Climate Change and its Impact on the Financial System – CEMLA
This year the threats from climate change spurred demonstrations across the world and prompted the parliaments in the United Kingdom and many other countries to declare a “climate emergency.”
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