In a changing world, sustainability reaps rewards
A new generation of sustainability-linked loans is reshaping the market, putting more companies' green goals within reach.
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COP 21, the UN 17 Sustainable Development Goals, shifting consumer behaviours, new policies and regulations: all are changing how we do business. Learn more about the latest trends – and how we can all make a difference.
Can blockchain spark a sustainable supply chain revolution?
Is fintech the key to unlocking value in sustainable supply chains? Four startups and six blue chips join a Cambridge initiative to see how it could work.
Issuing Bonds to Invest in People
Why are investors looking at social bonds? With payoffs indexed to social outcomes, issuers such as Social Finance US look to tap into investor appetite.
Green Bond Lead Manager of the Year for Corporates
Environmental Finance has awarded BNP Paribas Green Bond Lead Manager of the Year for Corporates.
Three letters that have changed the investment landscape: E, S and G
Environmental, Social and corporate Governance - ESG - and Sustainable Investing - SI - is a central topic for policymakers, institutional investors,...
Madhu Gayer - Investment Analytics and Sustainability, Asia Pacific at BNP Paribas Securities Services
Pioneering access to clean energy through financing
As the cost of solar power tumbles, California-based Mosaic explains how affordable financing has helped more people access clean energy than ever before.
How are banks harnessing the power of fintech for sustainability?
What happens when multinationals, financial institutions and startups start working in partnership to solve a sustainability challenge?
How it's made is as important as the brand
How is an innovative financing initiative aligning incentives, promoting transparency and embedding Puma's shift to supply chain sustainability?
Fighting global warming fosters innovation
Fresh water is the 21st century blue gold. UK utility Anglian Water has developed innovative climate solutions that present a strategic opportunity.
Leading the Charge
Nowhere are Environmental, Social and corporate Governance (ESG) and Sustainable Investing (SI) concepts being pursued more vigorously than in the Nordics.
Anne-Sofie Strandberg - Head of Business Development, Nordic Region at BNP Paribas Securities Services
Waste is a new resource
Helvetia Environnement, the Swiss leader in waste management, recently accelerated the pace towards a more sustainable and circular economy.
Sharing in the spoils of a greener China
China's huge progress in green finance under President Xi Jinping put to rest arguments that environmental protection must come at the expense of progress.
Collaboration at COP23
BNP Paribas sustainability specialists participated in COP23 events in partnership with the UNFCCC
Taking action to accelerate the energy transition
A commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals means a commitment to rethinking how we all work. Now is the time to step up the pace. Here is why.
How AI can enhance sustainability
Artificial intelligence and sustainability are not frequent bedfellows, but one of the world's leading technology companies shows us how it could be done.
Why Supply Chain Sustainability Means New Opportunities
How is being sustainable more cost-effective? LVMH and Firmenich talk about supply chains, data and the opportunity for long-term growth.
The time is now: energy transition and the business opportunity
BNP Paribas and BFMTV, a leading French business channel, discuss the energy transition, the opportunity for business, and its impact on banking.
Constance Chalchat - Head of Change Management, Corporate and Institutional Banking at BNP Paribas
BNP Paribas Global Sustainable Future forum
BNP Paribas global Sustainable Future Forum series gathered clients to discuss the opportunities and challenges presented by sustainability.
2030 is now: Asia Pacific must act on energy transition
USD 11 trillion in new investments are needed to transform Asia Pacific's energy industry by 2030, opportunities abound for investors who can understand the region's...
2 Degrees of Separation
Stan Dupré, Founder and Executive Director of 2° Investing Initiative, discusses technology and how he would redesign the concept of ESG.
Stan Dupré - Founder and Executive Director of 2° Investing Initiative
From laggard to leader : China embraces green finance
With the US administration stepping back from the Paris climate agreement, China is emerging as a global leader in environmental policy.
BNP Paribas Sustainable Future Forum hosted in Paris
BNP Paribas Sustainable Future Forum gathered corporate and institutional clients to discuss the challenges and opportunities of the energy transition.
India switches on to solar's potential
After years trailing in China's shadow, India's economic elephant has charged into the sun - and harvesting solar power is critical to meeting both surging demand...
Green finance, the driving force for a new sustainable world
The moment for sustainable finance is now. With worldwide opportunities for issuers and investors never greater, we take a look at the latest trends.
BNP Paribas sponsors PRI in person conference 2017
BNP Paribas has sponsored the PRI - Principles for Responsible Investment - in Person conference.
Great Expectations: ESG
Our ESG Global Survey 2017 looks at the relationship between asset owners and asset managers, and how the obstacles to ESG are shifting around the world.
Trevor Allen - Product Specialist, Investment Risk and Performance at BNP Paribas Securities Services
Sustainable Series: Americas
BNP Paribas Americas recently hosted its first Sustainability week, with events held across New York, New Jersey, Montreal and San Paolo.
BNP Paribas celebrates World Environment Day
BNP Paribas celebrated World Environment Day with a host of interesting events including a sustainability fair, and expert climate change talks.
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BNP Paribas partners with "Movin'On by Michelin" Conference
BNP Paribas reaffirms its commitment to sustainable mobility by partnering with "Movin'On by Michelin" conference, held in Montreal.
A Four Step Process for Modelling Climate Risk
Climate scenario modelling has now moved beyond simple risk management to become a genuine strategic imperative
Amine Bel Hadj Soulami - Global head of research and sustainable investments BNP Paribas CIB
The rise and rise of green bonds
How green bonds have harnessed the power of the financial markets to drive change
BNP Paribas commits to become 'carbon neutral' by end-2017
BNP Paribas commits to becoming carbon neutral by the end of the year in terms of the CO2 emissions arising from its own operations.
Sustainable series
BNP Paribas hosted numerous Sustainable Finance events across the EMEA region, engaging with external specialists on the topic of sustainability.
Millennials will change your business - the question is how
The largest generational cohort, understanding millennials and their preferences should be a priority. How can financial institutions enhance their appeal?
BNP Paribas' inaugural International Women's Week
BNP Paribas was proud to host its first International Women's Week (#IWW2017 ) in March of this year.
Stepping into the world of Sovereign Green Bonds
The first sovereign green bond from the Republic of France marks a milestone in the growth of the market. Why is it significant?
Connecticut's first Social Impact Bond
Working with Social Finance, a not-for-profit organisation, this innovative Connecticut bond married capital markets innovation with social objectives.
It's all in the Balance
Why sound investing means incorporating ESG criteria into decision-making
A new value-chain for Sustainable Responsible Investing
The World Bank's first equity-linked bond to explicitly support the SDGs is redefining the role of capital markets in promoting sustainable development.
Biodiversity, the fundamental challenge for Yves Rocher
Yves Rocher, the world's largest producer of cork products, has made innovation a top priority in an industry that is centuries-old. Here is how.
ESG, a factor in sustainable investment
Incorporating six environmental, social and corporate governance principles as part of the investor toolkit means a more sustainable financial system.
Asia Asset Management's inaugural ESG roundtable
BNP Paribas Investment Partners sponsors Asia Asset Management's inaugural ESG roundtable.
BNP Paribas successfully launches inaugural green bond
BNP Paribas priced its inaugural green bond in November 2016, establishing an industry benchmark. The €500m raised will be used to finance green assets.
Reinforcing client relationships through CSR engagement
Finnish forest industry company UPM and BNP Paribas' shared commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility has benefited both firms.
Asia spurred into action on sustainability
More than 400 clients from nearly 20 countries attended BNP Paribas' Sustainable Future Forum in Singapore – with ESG under the spotlight in Asia-Pacific.
Corporate sustainability and supply chains
Supply chain, both backbone and Achilles heel of the global economy.
Virginie Pelletier - Former Head of Sustainable Finance for the Corporate and Institutional Banking
Amorim's faith in cork pays off
Corticeira Amorim, the world's largest producer of cork products, has made innovation a top priority in an industry that is centuries-old. Here is how.
BNP Paribas wins top honours for climate change and sustainability
The Banker magazine has named BNP Paribas "Most Innovative Bank for Climate Change and Sustainability 2016".
Sustainability: the new driver for institutional investors
Why investors are increasingly considering ESG issues within their investment decision-making process.
Virginie Pelletier - Former Head of Sustainable Finance for the Corporate and Institutional Banking
The promises of Industry transformation
Sustainability has become everyone's responsibility. It is true in all sectors.
Sustainability : the fundamental challenge
How the agreement of the COP 21 will foster the transition towards new business models.
Virginie Pelletier - Former Head of Sustainable Finance for the Corporate and Institutional Banking
The Dawn of a new age in responsible issuing
Last 2 years, a breakthrough year for corporate Green Bond issuance
A new basic for operational leasing?
Mobility optimisation will be a key factor in the future developments of the industry.
Governance, cost and sustainable investing
The world's leading pension funds, superannuation funds and insurance companies are rethinking their strategies.
Sustainability: A question of Incentives
A combination of government intervention and private sector engagement to move ESG objectives forward in Asia
