FAQ: The promise of environmental, social and governance (ESG) investment principles for Sierra Leone

On the final day of the COP26 climate summit, Sierra Leone’s banking sector came together at a roundtable in Freetown, Sierra Leone, to agree on a coordinated approach towards mainstreaming environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards in their operations. This will help Sierra Leone tackle the effects of climate change by paving the way to a slice of the private finance pledged to support the global transition to net zero carbon emissions. Keep reading to find out more.

Topic: Financial instruments for business, Investment and export promotion, Sustainable business
Published by: Invest Salone
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