07 March 2023Climate Change, Publications, Risk, TCFD
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UN forum launches first global guide on transition plans for insurers at COP29
Baku/Geneva, 14 November 2024—The United Nations-convened Forum for Insurance Transition to Net Zero (FIT) launched today the first-ever global guide…
UN-convened Net-Zero Export Credit Agencies Alliance launches target-setting guidance at COP29
World’s first net-zero alliance comprising public finance institutions, the UN-convened Net-Zero Export Credit Agencies Alliance, launches the first edition of…
At Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance Geneva AGM, UN Secretary-General calls for transition to clean energy for all
Following is the text of UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ video message to the annual general meeting of the Net-Zero Asset…
More than 600 investors call on world governments at COP29 to implement critical climate policies
The Founding Partners of the Investor Agenda, including UNEP FI, announce that the 2024 Global Investor Statement to Governments on…
COP16: A Historic People’s COP Sets the Stage for Nature-Positive Action
The “People’s COP,” COP16 took over Cali, Colombia, in an unprecedented display of unity and purpose, setting new records…
Principles for Responsible Banking Academy celebrates 2-year anniversary with significant milestones and global expansion
The Principles for Responsible Banking Academy marks its second anniversary today, celebrating a period of substantial growth and global reach for the ongoing education of finance professionals on responsible banking practices. Since its launch in 2022, the Academy has provided over 2400 learners with essential knowledge and training to help create a culture of Responsible Banking, contributing to employees’ capabilities to contribute to the global transition to a more sustainable financial system.
Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance sets the pace on climate ambition, action and transparency in latest Progress Report
The Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance (NZAOA), a UN-convened and industry-led initiative with 88 members representing USD 9.5 trillion in AuM,…
New Sector Action Guidance for Nature: Getting Started in the Agricultural, Forestry and Mining Sectors
UNEP FI's new Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) guidance, Sector Action Guidance for Nature: Getting Started in the Agricultural, Forestry and Mining Sectors, aims to translate the recommendations from the PRB Nature Target Setting Guidance into practical, sector-specific actions. Developed in partnership with The Biodiversity Consultancy (TBC), this new PRB Sector Guidance makes explicit the specific priority actions banks can support clients to take in high impact sectors such as mining, agriculture and forestry, and is aimed to empower banks in their risk mitigation efforts across six key commodities, namely bauxite, copper, cattle, wood, soy and palm oil.
Responsible Banking – Priorities and Blueprint for a Sustainable Future
Leading responsible banks are transforming the finance sector through four inter-related sustainability priorities – climate, nature, inclusive economies and human…