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Principles for Responsible Banking
News, Principles for Responsible Banking | 31 October 2024
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.
Banking, Nature, Principles for Responsible Banking, Publications | 21 October 2024
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.
Banking, Nature, News, Principles for Responsible Banking | 21 October 2024
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.
Banking, Events, Nature, Principles for Responsible Banking, Webinars | 11 October 2024
PRB Sector Action Guidance for Nature: Getting Started in the Agricultural, Forestry, and Mining Sectors
The Principles for Responsible Banking Nature Sector Action Guidance on Agriculture, Forestry and Mining is designed to empower banks to take immediate action on nature loss. This guidance aligns with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and equips the banking industry with the knowledge to integrate nature considerations into sector policies and client dialogue.
Banking, PRB Implementation, Principles for Responsible Banking, Publications | 08 October 2024
Responsible Banking Blueprint
Navigating the dynamic intersection where science, regulation, standards and sustainable innovation meet, responsible banks play a critical role as both…
Banking, News, Principles for Responsible Banking | 08 October 2024
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…
Banking, Net Zero Banking, News, Principles for Responsible Banking | 01 October 2024
Banks make significant strides in net-zero commitments, but challenges persist
Eric Usher, Head of UNEP FI, the convener of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), and Shargiil Bashir, Chair of the…
Banking, Events, Principles for Responsible Banking | 25 September 2024
Annual Banking Conference 2024: Optimising Banking in a Digital Age: People, Professionalism and Technology
Chartered Banker Institute's Annual Banking Conference, supported by UNEP FI, will take place between 6th-7th November under the theme “Optimising Banking in a Digital Age: People, Professionalism and Technology”.
Banking, News, Principles for Responsible Banking | 22 September 2024
The UN Principles for Responsible Banking marks its five year anniversary
Banks play a crucial role as economic intermediaries, engaging with their customers and clients to promote sustainable practices and support…
Banking, News, Principles for Responsible Banking | 10 September 2024
Beyond target-setting: New guidance on Client Engagement and Governance to promote responsible banking progress
The new Principles for Responsible Banking Guidance on Client Engagement and Guidance on Effective Governance can be used as tools to promote responsible banking progress, helping banks move beyond analysis and target-setting, towards implementation of sustainability and impact targets and actions.