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China’s Road to Carbon Clarity: Why Banks Should Accelerate Financed Emissions Disclosure

China’s Road to Carbon Clarity: Why Banks Should Accelerate Financed Emissions Disclosure

Year Published

2025

Contributing Organizations

Asia Research & Engagement (ARE)

Type of Resource

Research/Insights Report

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic
Climate Policy & Policy Engagement
Topic 2
Climate Reporting
Topic 3
Banking

Target Audience

Banks
Education Providers / Think Tanks / NGOs

Relevant Geography

Asia & the Pacific
China’s Road to Carbon Clarity: Why Banks Should Accelerate Financed Emissions Disclosure

Resource Description

This resource examines the case for accelerating financed emissions disclosure by China’s banking sector as the country moves toward mandatory climate reporting.

Why This Matters

As climate disclosure requirements tighten, early alignment with financed emissions reporting can help banks prepare for compliance while strengthening risk management and client engagement.

Key Insights

  • Finds that only a limited number of Chinese banks currently publish comprehensive voluntary data on financed emissions
  • Highlights the role of international disclosure frameworks in shaping emerging expectations for Scope 3 reporting
  • Explains how building robust carbon data and tracking systems can improve banks’ ability to assess climate-related risks
  • Emphasizes capacity building needs within banks to support client transition strategies and enhance long-term relationships

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