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A better way to think about banking?

September 1, 2023

Many financial institutions support good causes and run discrete projects to promote community well-being, but Iberian leader CaixaBank has taken a unique, much longer-term approach to the idea of banking with positive social impact.

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How to scale up sustainable markets without sacrificing principles

August 21, 2023

Sustainable markets need to grow to evolve, but often face the risk of diluting their ethical values. How did Fairtrade International tackle this thorny problem?

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The bright side of bank diversification

August 17, 2023

Greater diversification proves to be useful in times of crisis.

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Opinions differ on how to achieve net zero

August 16, 2023

A Greenpeace report takes issue with the ECB’s net-zero actions. 

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Why we should be optimistic about sustainable bonds

August 11, 2023

Despite the gloomy performance of sustainable bonds in recent months, there are reasons to be positive. 

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The future of sustainability-linked loans in the mid-market

August 2, 2023

ESG is on course to become non-negotiable for mid-market firms. What might sustainable finance for these companies look like?

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For the UK to lead on ESG regulation, it must think globally

July 28, 2023

With HM Treasury considering regulation on ESG ratings, the UK can demonstrate leadership and strengthen market clarity – but it’s critical that a global market is considered.

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Banks play a critical role in shifting energy economics, says report

July 27, 2023

Stand.earth highlights global banks’ role in financing fossil fuels in the Amazon.

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Changing supervision for good

July 24, 2023

Recent turmoil has once again returned attention to the central role of banking supervisors in changing banking for good.

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Are carbon credits hindering decarbonisation?

July 21, 2023

Issues around transparency and disclosures, as well as greenwashing allegations, are putting pressure on purchasers of carbon credits to decarbonise more and lower their own emissions, rather than buying offsets.

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