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💬 "High-level, generic demand for investment must be turned into viable, bankable projects that attract low-cost tailored capital. The question is how best to support local authorities to generate this?" Rhian-Mari Thomas OBE, CEO, Green Finance Institute and Adele Gritten, CEO, Local Partnerships LLP explain why bridging the local delivery gap will mobilise national net zero investment in their latest article for TheMJ. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eDcZCt-e

The HBAR Foundation Issued Grant To WinCL To Elevate Carbon Transparency For SMEs ...: ... regulatory reporting standards.” The platform's capabilities for tracking, minting, accounting for emissions, in addition to offsetting help ... #regulatoryreporting #regulation #finperform

Scotland’s financial services industry is poised to lead in green and sustainable finance. Following the recent publication of the Scottish Taskforce for Green and Sustainable Financial Services' final report, Edinburgh (#19 from #24) and Glasgow’s (#36 from #44) rankings have both improved in the Z/Yen Group Limited Global Green Finance Index of 97 financial centres, underlining Scotland's reputation and potential in green finance. To maintain this positive trajectory, the Taskforce final report provides 31 actionable recommendations that will further develop Scotland as a global hub for green finance, driving ambition and unlocking the investments needed for a net zero transition. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ddnyK3zR The Scottish Government Scottish Financial Enterprise Scottish Enterprise Scottish Development International Sandy Begbie CBE FRSE Omar Shaikh Chris Tait #SustainableFinance #NetZero #GreenEconomy #JustTransition

At the GFI, we continue to champion the need for high integrity carbon markets and are proud of our contribution to supporting the work of The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) and UK Voluntary Carbon Markets Forum.   Today we’re pleased to announce that our CEO, Rhian-Mari Thomas OBE, is joining BeZero Carbon’s Advisory Board to provide independent advice and guidance on the future of carbon markets.   Carbon markets have the potential to channel much needed finance into #ClimateSolutions. However, robust social and environmental guardrails, as well as human rights safeguards – including those of indigenous peoples and local communities – need to be in place to ensure positive impact. Ratings agencies such as BeZero Carbon can provide investors with the confidence needed to direct capital into climate projects whilst adhering to the highest standards of integrity, transparency and fairness.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/errpD_7q 

Green bonds continue to be a growth story. The volume of green bonds increased significantly worldwide in 2024, largely driven by corporate bonds from the EU. Helaba's latest analysis shows that the complexity of the frameworks underlying these transactions remains within reasonable limits. Overall, issuers are taking a very pragmatic approach to formulating financing principles. This should be well received by investors and encourage newcomers to use this instrument to raise capital. My colleague Dr Haiko Stefan has provided more details in a very informative study. A must read for all financial decision makers! #helaba #esg #greenbonds #corporatefinance #sustainablefinance https://lnkd.in/eMAnbrpg

Green Bond Principles: Building a Framework for Sustainable Investments 🌿📊 Following the surge in green bonds, Green Bond Principles (GBP) have become the cornerstone of ensuring transparency, accountability, and integrity in sustainable financing. The GBP, developed by the International Capital Market Association (ICMA), are voluntary guidelines designed to: Ensure Transparency: Clear criteria for eligible projects, allowing investors to understand where their money is going. Promote Reporting: Issuers are encouraged to report on both the use of proceeds and the environmental impact of projects. Build Confidence: A robust framework that assures investors they are financing genuine, environmentally beneficial projects. Let’s build a future where every investment works towards a better planet! 🌎🔋 #GreenBondPrinciples #SustainableInvesting #GreenFinance #ESG #ClimateChange

Financing a Sustainable Future: The Transformative Power of Green Bonds Join us as we delve into "The Green Revolution in Investing: The Rise of Green Bonds," a captivating exploration of how Green Bonds are revolutionizing the investment landscape to finance a sustainable future. Here are key takeaways from our video: 1. Eco-Focused Financing: Green Bonds raise capital for projects with significant environmental benefits, from renewable energy to water conservation. 2. Market Expansion: Witness the exponential growth of the Green Bond market, reflecting a surging interest in sustainable investment. 3. Diversity of Issuers: Learn about the wide range of Green Bond issuers, including governments, corporations, and municipalities, all committed to ecological sustainability. 4. Strict Certification: Discover the rigorous certification processes ensuring that funded projects meet established environmental standards. 5. Unmatched Transparency: Issuers provide detailed insights into the environmental impact, enhancing investor confidence through transparency. 6. Worldwide Popularity: See how Green Bonds have captured the global market's attention, with significant activity in Europe, China, and the USA. 7. Attractive Returns: Understand how Green Bonds offer competitive returns, making them appealing to a broad spectrum of investors. 8. Tax Benefits: Some Green Bonds offer tax incentives, adding to their allure as an investment choice. 9. Impactful Investment: Embrace the opportunity to contribute directly to global sustainability efforts through your investment choices. 10. Driving Global Change: Realize the role of finance in driving environmental progress and how Green Bonds are at the forefront of this movement. This video is more than just an overview; it's a call to action for investors and institutions to harness the power of finance for the good of the planet. Embark on this journey with us and discover how your investments can contribute to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future. #GreenBonds #SustainableFinance #RenewableEnergy #ImpactInvesting #EnvironmentalSustainability

🌿 The choice for ESG-oriented investors on SIX Swiss Exchange has been enlarged with new Sustainable Bonds. With new Green Bonds from Iberdrola Finanzas S.A.U., Berlin Hyp AG, and Swiss Prime Site Finance AG their number surpasses the 150 mark, rising to a total of 153. 🌐 All Sustainable Bonds on SIX Swiss Exchange are flagged according to the principles by ICMA - International Capital Market Association, so you can easily identify them on our website. Discover them all: http://six.swiss/3Vtyluj #ESG #sustainablefinance #sustainableinvesting #esginvesting #fixedincome #bonds #sustainablebonds #greenbonds #socialbonds #sustainabilitybonds #sustainabilitylinkedbonds

Watch our panel of experts discuss integrating sustainable alternatives, like #RenewableEnergy projects, into closed-end portfolios, focusing on unique, long-term investments such as #WindFarms and real assets 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRrga5MH Discussing the impact of #InterestRates on expected future returns and the role of investment trusts if the UK crowds in private capital to green the economy are Nedgroup Investments' Tom Caddick, J. Stern & Co.'s Jean-Yves Chereau and Fairview Investing Ben Yearsley.

🚨 69% of financial sector decision-makers believe that uncertainty in UK sustainability policy is limiting their investment in the UK 🚨 To grow the UK’s share of the £23.8trn of global sustainable investment, UKSIF’s final Financing then Future report calls for a world-leading sustainability disclosure regime, clarification of fiduciary duty and greater integration of biodiversity and nature. We’re proud to unite endorsers from across the financial sector, including the Association of British Insurers, Aldersgate Group, Bankers for Net Zero (B4NZ), E3G, my former colleagues at the Impact Investing Institute, Make My Money Matter, ShareAction, and B Lab UK. Read our full report here: https://lnkd.in/e86riDgf