Navigating ESG and Climate Headwinds - Strategic Narratives for Financial Sector Boards

Year Published

2025

Contributing Organizations

Chapter Zero

Climate Governance Initiative (CGI)

Type of Resource

Guidance

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Climate & Transition Finance

Topic 2

Introduction to Climate Change

Target Audience

Asset Owners

Banks

Asset Managers

Financial Services Providers

Insurers

Relevant Geography

Global

Resource Description

This resource is a practical guide for financial sector non-executive directors (NEDs) to strengthen board-level leadership and communication on climate and ESG. It provides tools to navigate increasing political and regulatory uncertainty with clarity and confidence.

Why This Matters

As climate agendas face barriers, strong board governance is critical. This guide equips financial sector NEDs to align climate priorities with business strategy and maintain stakeholder trust.

Key Insights

Emphasizes the growing importance of strategic narrative alongside climate data in board decision-making
Offers guidance for NEDs to steer climate strategy under shifting regulatory and political conditions
Recommends ways to communicate a business-focused, risk-aware approach to ESG
Highlights the role of board leadership in sustaining climate momentum during uncertainty

Secondary File Resources

Secondary Resource Link(s)

Background to guide

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