Climate-Smart Investments: A Practical Look

Year Published

2019

Contributing Organizations

Transforma

Type of Resource

Other

Languages

Spanish

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Climate & Transition Finance

Target Audience

Asset Managers

Asset Owners

Advisors & Consultants

Banks

Real Economy Corporates

Relevant Geography

Latin America and the Caribbean

Resource Description

This document offers a practical overview of climate-smart investment strategies, focusing on sustainable and responsible investing. It provides guidance on investment approaches, risk management, and sector-specific climate risks, aiming to support the development of resilient investment portfolios.

Why This Matters

As climate risks increasingly affect investment outcomes, this resource helps investors integrate sustainability into decision-making, build resilience, and align portfolios with long-term climate objectives.

Key Insights

Explains sustainable investing methods such as screening, ESG integration, and thematic investing
Outlines a step-by-step process for creating a sustainable investment strategy
Describes how climate-related factors impact financial risk and portfolio performance
Includes risk matrices analyzing climate risks in agriculture and energy sectors
Recommends actions and tools to manage identified climate-related risks effectively

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