Introduction to Sustainable Finance

• Overview of sustainable finance and its role in the financial sector

• ESG criteria and their importance in investment decisions

• Practical case: Identify sustainable finance opportunities for a corporate client

Green Bonds and Sustainable Financing

• Structure and issuance of green bonds and sustainability-linked loans

• Practical case: Design a green bond for a renewable energy project

ESG Risk Management

• Assessing and managing ESG risks in financial portfolios

• Practical case: Conduct an ESG risk assessment for a banking institution

ESG Reporting Frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD)

• Key ESG reporting frameworks and global disclosure standards

• Practical case: Develop an ESG report for a listed company

Impact Investing

• Understanding impact investing and its role in sustainable finance

• Practical case: Propose an impact investment strategy for a social enterprise

Sustainability and Corporate Governance

• How sustainability and governance interact in corporate decision-making

• Practical case: Assess corporate governance practices through an ESG lens

Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)

• Understanding the TCFD framework for climate risk disclosures

• Practical case: Prepare a climate risk report for a financial institution

Social and Governance Factors in ESG

• Addressing social and governance risks and opportunities in ESG reporting

• Practical case: Develop a social responsibility strategy for a corporate client

Regulatory Trends and Compliance

• Overview of sustainable finance regulations (EU taxonomy, PRI, SFDR)

• Practical case: Ensure compliance with sustainable finance regulations for a financial institution

The Future of Sustainable Finance