United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)

This year, UNEP FI and Climate Action are excited to launch the Nature Finance Forum alongside the 8th annual Sustainable Investment Forum Europe. Taking place on 28-29 April at the Pullman Montparnasse in Paris, this unique collaboration will bring together a powerful community of 400 finance leaders to accelerate the transition towards a net-zero, just and nature positive economy. Find out more about the Nature Finance Forum here: https://ow.ly/p3Ao50VnWJm Find out more about the Sustainable Investment Forum here: https://ow.ly/2UQT50VnXeL #SustainableFinance

Join our webinar on 29 April, co-hosted by UN Women, where we will discuss the role of financial institutions in driving gender equality and financial inclusion. This session will explore the recently launched "Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment: Target Setting Guidance for Banks," showcasing how banks can utilize the guidance to support efforts in closing the gender gap. The webinar will also feature real-world examples of how banks are successfully integrating gender strategies into their operations. Attend this session to: • Gain insights into why gender equality is a business imperative for financial institutions. • Learn from industry leaders about successful gender-responsive strategies. • Discover practical tools and case studies that demonstrate the measurable impact of gender-responsive financial practices. Register to attend the webinar here: https://ow.ly/P7QI50VyTWu #responsiblebanking #genderequality #financialinclusion

In a recent interview with Insurance Day for their special report on Climate Finance, Eric Usher, Head, UNEP FI, emphasized the importance of robust national climate policies in unlocking the necessary finance and insurance for climate action. “The question is, how can you go from making a policy commitment of what the country intends to do in terms of addressing the different aspects of the climate challenge to something that is more concrete? The finance community needs countries to move from ambition-setting to clear policy priorities embedded in legislation. Then the private sector will be able to play its value-added role of deploying the investment solutions that are needed.” Read the full article here 👉 https://ow.ly/Y8cJ50VzZmx

Vous souhaitez apprendre à identifier, analyser et gérer les risques environnementaux et sociaux liés aux activités de prêt et d'investissement? UNEP FI propose des cours en ligne destinés aux professionnels du secteur financier souhaitant faire leurs premiers pas dans les domaines environnementaux, sociaux et de gouvernance. Prochain cours en français du 6 au 24 octobre 2025: https://ow.ly/b9QE50Vs7eg

The UNEP FI Regional Roundtable Asia Pacific 2025 is taking place in Suzhou, China, from 18–20 June — registration is now open and the agenda is live. Co-hosted by 中国责任投资论坛 China SIF, this pivotal event will bring together leaders from across the Asia Pacific financial sector to address the region’s key sustainability priorities. The event is free to attend for UNEP FI members and the broader sustainable finance community — but space is limited. Over the course of three days, sessions and workshops will center on topics such as: - The real economy transition - Renewable energy and climate finance - Policy and national plans - Just transition - Nature-based solutions and nature integration - Adaptation and resilience View the agenda and register now: https://ow.ly/KiJP50VyXSQ #RRT2025 #SustainableFinance

Happening this coming week: Join us on 16 April for this fourth in a series of regionally tailored webinars on climate-related topics relevant to the needs of banks in Africa & Middle East as they progress their #climate mitigation efforts. This webinar will provide the opportunity for participants to learn from the experiences of leading financial institutions from the region as they showcase their climate mitigation efforts and highlight the opportunities and challenges ahead from local and regional perspectives. It will provide an understanding of: • the approaches different AME banks have taken towards climate mitigation, including considerations of the evolving regulations and policies. • the foundational work banks have completed to develop an operational capacity for climate mitigation, including on climate risk management, impact analysis, and climate reporting. • the ways banks evaluate how climate change impacts their operations and portfolios across business lines and sectors, in alignment with the climate priorities outlined in NDCs and client/stakeholder needs. Speakers include: • Ms. Mbombo Luhembe CA (SA), Absa Group • Mr. Samuel Kweku Kumah, MBA, Fidelity Bank Ghana Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/kxHq50VtCq8

Happening this coming week: Join us on 15 April for this regionally tailored webinar on climate-related topics relevant to the needs of banks in Asia Pacific as they progress their #climate mitigation efforts. While many APAC banks have started advancing their efforts by building baseline climate capabilities and setting climate targets, the evolving standards, methodologies, public policies, and regulations mean approaches can vary significantly across different banks. This session will focus on the challenges, opportunities, and implications related to decarbonization for banks in APAC including: • Examining current emissions breakdown • The evolving regulatory & disclosure landscape • Emerging climate trends Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/SMWM50VsRyu

Join our webinar on 29 April, co-hosted by UN Women, where we will discuss the role of financial institutions in driving gender equality and financial inclusion. This session will explore the recently launched "Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment: Target Setting Guidance for Banks," showcasing how banks can utilize the guidance to support efforts in closing the gender gap. The webinar will also feature real-world examples of how banks are successfully integrating gender strategies into their operations. Attend this session to: • Gain insights into why gender equality is a business imperative for financial institutions. • Learn from industry leaders about successful gender-responsive strategies. • Discover practical tools and case studies that demonstrate the measurable impact of gender-responsive financial practices. Register to attend the webinar here: https://ow.ly/P7QI50VyTWu #responsiblebanking #genderequality #financialinclusion

Vous souhaitez apprendre à gérer les risques climatiques dans le secteur bancaire ? UNEP FI propose des cours en ligne qui couvrent la science du changement climatique, présentent les risques et opportunités liés à la transition énergétique et aux impacts physiques, et offrent un aperçu des cadres de reporting des risques climatiques. Prochains cours en français du 27 octobre au 14 novembre 2025: https://ow.ly/638S50Vs7cq

The Banking on Sustainability: From Principles to Practice – #ResponsibleBanking Case Study Series is designed to help banks develop a comprehensive understanding of how peer organisations in different regions, commercial contexts and regulatory landscapes are translating the Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) into actionable strategies, products and services. Learn how #PRB signatories like Access Bank have aligned their #sustainability efforts to global goals such as the SDGs, and are now acting on their strategy through green finance and #climate initiatives, as well as addressing the financing gap for underserved communities. (Access Bank Plc) Access the full suite of case studies and companion video resources to identify key success factors, challenges and lessons learned from each participating bank’s sustainability journey: https://ow.ly/bubK50VxVLP