Abstract
The shift toward sustainable finance reflects both growing investor interest and stronger regulation to fight climate change.
Extract
[...] Conclusion • The green finance market is expanding Still needs greater rigor and structure Key roles for: - Regulatory standards - Committed investors - Engaged companies * Sustainable finance must be guided by clear standards, backed by committed investors and supported by companies with concrete sustainability goals to thrive in the long term. Key figures €330 billion bond market size Of which €90 billion is allocated to sustainable bonds. Two third of the market is a potential for growth in sustainable finance for green and social bonds. [...]
[...] €33% of the bond market labeled as green or sustainable This portion is important and raises concerns about the potential greenwashing in the market with limited real impact on the environment and society. • EU Taxonomy coverage Defined common standards for sustainable finance remains complex and limited as of today. [...]
[...] Corporate finance - Pascal Quiry and Yann Le Fur (2022) - How high will green and sustainable finance go? Introduction / Context • The rise of green and sustainable finance • Why it matters in today's financial world: • - Response to climate change and finance driven by ESG principles • - Increasing market expectations and stricter regulatory trends • Speakers: Victoire Aubry (Icade) & Philippe Zaouati (Mirova) *The shift toward sustainable finance reflects both growing investor interest and stronger regulation to fight climate change. [...]
