Financing the future: Actions for a region in transition

UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative

UNEP Finance Initiative brings together a large network of banks, insurers and investors that collectively catalyses action across the financial system to deliver more sustainable global economies.

AIA

AIA Group is the largest pan-Asian life insurer with a presence in 18 markets. The business that is now AIA was first established in Shanghai in 1919. It is a market leader in Asia (ex-Japan) based on life insurance premiums and holds leading positions across the majority of its markets. It had total assets of US$289 billion as of 30 June 2024.

RGE

Headquartered in Singapore, Royal Golden Eagle or RGE is a group of resource-based manufacturing companies with global operations. We produce sustainable natural fibres, edible oils, green packaging and clean natural gas used in consumer products such as paper, tissue, wet wipes, soap, shampoo, cooking oil and clothing.

UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of about 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. We believe in being a responsible financial services provider and we are committed to making a difference in the communities in which we operate.

OCBC Bank

OCBC is the longest established Singapore bank and is the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets and one of the world’s most highly-rated banks.

Pollination

Pollination is a specialist climate change investment and advisory firm dedicated to accelerating the transition to a net-zero, nature positive future. It works with clients across government, business, and public and private capital, helping them to navigate the climate transition. Pollination is also developing several net-zero-focused investment platforms and is a partner in Climate Asset Management, a joint venture with HSBC that currently has US$650m in Assets under Management, across natural capital and carbon strategies.

City Developments Limited

City Developments Limited (CDL) is a leading global real estate company with a network spanning 143 locations in 28 countries and regions.

South Pole

South Pole is the world's leading carbon asset developer and climate consultancy. Since 2006, it has been a trusted advisor to governments, public sector organisations, and businesses on decarbonisation, and has used the power of markets to help channel climate finance to over 850 projects worldwide.

CDP

CDP is a global non-profit that runs the world’s only independent environmental disclosure system. As the founder of environmental reporting, we believe in transparency and the power of data to drive change.

World Climate Foundation

The World Climate Foundation is the most influential global platform focusing on accelerating action and creating impact for fighting climate change, restoring biodiversity and ensuring health resilience.We facilitate large-scale collaboration between governments, businesses, financial institutions and international organisations, enabling the transition to a net-zero, nature-positive future. We promote cross-sectoral partnerships that accelerate innovation in technologies, policies and investments and promote demand to deliver solutions for climate, biodiversity and health.

TPI Global Climate Transition Centre (TPI Centre)

Established in June 2022, the TPI Global Climate Transition Centre (TPI Centre) is a research centre at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) providing independent, rigorous, forward-looking research and data to enable investors to encourage and support the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Asia Investor Group on Climate Change (AIGCC)

Asia Investor Group on Climate Change (AIGCC) is an initiative to create awareness and encourage action among Asia’s asset owners and asset managers about the risks and opportunities associated with climate change and low-carbon investing.

Centre for Sustainable Finance Innovation (CSFI)

The Centre for Sustainable Finance Innovation (CSFI) was established in 2022 to spearhead top-notch research and practical education on two main themes: sustainable finance and financial innovations. Its vision is to forge a solid strategic alliance among academia, policymakers, and finance practitioners.

Asia Pacific Loan Market Association (APLMA)

The Asia Pacific Loan Market Association (APLMA) represents the interests of institutions active in the Asia-Pacific syndicated loan markets. The association’s primary objective is to promote growth, liquidity and best practice in these markets.

International Capital Market Association (ICMA)

For over 50 years ICMA and its members have worked together to promote the development of the international capital and securities markets, pioneering the rules, principles and recommendations which have laid the foundations for their successful operation.