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Environmental Information Disclosure by Financial Institutions and Green Bond Issuers – Webinar

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Year Published

2020

Contributing Organizations

International Finance Corporation (IFC)
World Bank Group Global Knowledge and Research Hub
Tsinghua University Green Finance Center
Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN)
UK Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT)

Type of Resource

Webinar or Podcast

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic
Disclosure Standards
Topic 2
Thematic Bonds

Target Audience

All

Relevant Geography

Global

Resource Summary

This webinar covers several key topics related to disclosure by financial institutions and green bond issuers. It discusses the heightened awareness of green and sustainable development among investors due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It also highlights the growth of the responsible investment market, exemplified by the over-subscription of Iberdrola's green bonds. Additionally, it addresses the challenges posed by inconsistent ESG data disclosure standards and their impact on investment decisions and company performance. The webinar was co-hosted by IFC-supported Sustainable Banking Network (SBN), Tsinghua University Green Finance Center and World Bank Global Knowledge and Research Hub in Malaysia, supported by UK PACT.

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