The years 2022 and 2023 were pivotal for our members. Severe climate events and geopolitical crises worldwide underscored the urgent need to address the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. Yet, despite numerous regulatory and global challenges faced by financial institutions, UNEP FI’s membership reached 500 for the first time and our work programme expanded significantly.

In this review summarizing the achievements of UNEP FI and its network of members during the years 2022 and 2023, find out how UNEP FI continued to help banks and insurers implement the industry frameworks, the Principles for Responsible Banking and the Principles for Sustainable Insurance, as well as the progress of the groundbreaking UN-convened net-zero alliances. Find out about new work in areas such as climate adaptation, nature, pollution, the circular economy, and just transition and financial inclusion, as well as innovative methods for our members to assess and act upon their sustainability risks and impacts.

UNEP FI helps banks and insurers integrate sustainability into financial practices while driving systemic change for people and planet. Find out more about joining the UN’s largest network of financial institutions and the benefits of becoming a member here.