Green finance

The Environment Agency Chief Executive looked forward following COP26 in his speech delivered to the banking sector – claiming they have “more power than most countries to create the change we need”

The Chancellor will unveil details of green bonds that will allow people to invest in green projects

The research centres will help divert investment away from unsustainable activities such as deforestation and fossil fuels and towards low carbon sectors, ensuring climate and environment are at the heart of UK financial decision making

Projects can focus on areas including clean growth, green finance, nature-based solutions and climate change adaptation and resilience

The two countries have agreed to share and agree with each other’s climate priorities, including energy transition and nature-based solutions

They can focus on renewable energy, restoration of natural habitats and ecosystems and helping communities to prepare for natural disasters

IFC and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority will bring together financial and research institutions as well as technology providers to develop, build and boost the capacity for green finance

The UK and Malaysia share the common goal of tackling climate change and have agreed to share best practices and approaches for climate action

A new report suggests Western Europe continues to lead the world in terms of green finance

A record 79 new measures were announced or implemented in 2019