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UNEP FI introduces simplified reporting, new assurance standards, strengthens PRB Responsible Banking Journey
In the years since 2019 – when the Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) framework was launched – the United Nations…
At COP29, major public and private finance coalition issues recommendations for post-2025 climate finance goals
Baku, Azerbaijan, 14 November 2024 – At COP29 today, a landmark global coalition of financial organisations and initiatives—including the International…
New York City pension fund joins USD 9.5 trillion Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance
Geneva, 14 November: The New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS), the largest municipal public employee retirement system in the…
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.
