Europe

Asia Pacific, China, Europe, Nature, Policy, Publications | 12 October 2026

Nature-related Regulation of Banks in China and the EU: A comparative landscape analysis

This UNEP FI policy brief examines how nature-related considerations are being incorporated into banking-relevant regulation across the two major economic and financial systems of China and the European Union. It aims to to help financial sector practitioners and policymakers understand how nature-related considerations are being incorporated into banking-relevant regulation in the two jurisdictions, within a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Europe, Policy, Publications | 02 June 2026

Transitioning the EU Transportation Sector: Aviation and Shipping – Policy levers to support viability and increase sustainable finance

This policy brief co-authored by UNEP FI and the European Banking Federation (EBF) discusses potential levers and actions for policymakers and financial institutions to help aid the sustainability transition for the EU aviation and shipping subsectors within the transportation sector by strengthening the investment case and attracting finance. It is intended to support financial institutions in understanding how the EU aviation and shipping subsectors are evolving within the broader sustainability transition, including the key policies influencing this shift.

Africa & Middle East, Asia Pacific, Europe, Events, Nature, Policy, Webinars | 28 April 2026

Supervision of Nature-Related Financial Risks: Challenges and Opportunities for Financial Institutions and Supervisors

This session will focus on the NGFS recommendations for Supervisors in implementing a nature-related supervisory framework, as showcased in its "Note on the Supervision of Nature-related Financial Risks". It presents an opportunity for financial institutions to understand upcoming regulatory requirements on nature risk and how to adapt their risk management practices.