Latest Membership Statistics:
450+Members |
85+Countries |
∼45%of global banking assets |
∼25%of global insurance premiums |
Over its thirty-year history, UNEP FI is proud to have worked with finance leaders to establish some of the most important sustainability-oriented frameworks within the industry, including the (2006), the Principles for Sustainable Insurance (2012) and the Principles for Responsible Banking (2019). Today, as environmental and social issues heighten risks to environmental, social and economic stability, the UNEP FI member community is acting to drive change across financial institutions and financial systems.
UNEP FI is an important supporter of the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ) – specifically, UNEP FI convenes three of the largest GFANZ initiatives, including the Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance (2019), Net-Zero Banking Alliance (2021) and the Net-Zero Insurance Alliance (2021). The need to deliver on pledges for a net-zero global emissions economy by 2050 is more urgent than ever, and the role of the financial industry is more important than ever.
UNEP FI also convenes financial institutions to advance knowledge and practice in areas including climate, nature, pollution & circular economy, the SDGs & impact and social issues. Explore our history, initiatives and celebrations using the menu below:Find out more about the evolution of sustainable finance and UNEP FI’s role in that journey by navigating our interactive timeline here.