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 BANKING ON 
 CARBON 

 ACCOUNTABILITY 

Welcome to the Banking on Carbon Accountability series.

2. The carbon impact of investment

Financial institutions are in a unique position to influence greenhouse gas emissions through investment. However, current carbon reporting fails to capture this opportunity. This briefing proposes one tool to measure the climate performance of financial institutions, taking into account both their climate policies and their direct financial investment. 

Download briefing - Banking on Carbon Accountability 2 - The carbon impact of investment

Related link: see our consultation response to the DECC and Defra guidance for how to measure and report business greenhouse gas emissions

1. Discussion paper

Do banks have a responsibility for the carbon impacts of their investments, including the beneficial? Should a bank consider the carbon in its investments? Does investment in renewable energy represent a valid environmental claim?

Download briefing - Banking on Carbon Accountability 1 - discussion paper

 

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