A European bank offering a comprehensive range of solutions to support client needs, BNP Paribas has a significant global presence.
It has placed natural capital and biodiversity at the centre of its Growth Technology Sustainability (GTS) Strategic Plan, positioning these themes alongside the transition to carbon neutrality and sustainable finance as Group-level priorities.
To advance its goals, the bank has set specific commitments and targets and published sector policies for Palm Oil, Wood Pulp, Agriculture, Mining, Oil and Gas, and Tobacco, which have a direct or indirect impact on natural capital and biodiversity. It has also developed specific tools (ESG-A) and a suite of innovative natural capital and biodiversity financing products and solutions to support clients.
Examples of transactions in Asia are detailed: (1) A sustainability-linked loan to support a shipping client in their decarbonization journey; and (2) Preserving biodiversity in the Global South through a blended finance facility targeted at coral reef conservation.
Risk Management and Client Assessment: BNP utilizes its internal risk assessment tool(ESG-A) to steer credit decisions at counterparty and transaction levels. Clients are assessed on various ESG criteria, including their approach to addressing biodiversity matters.
Innovative natural capital products and solutions: BNP Paribas has a comprehensive suite of ocean-focused solutions, from financing instruments to supply chain engagement.
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