Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN) Toolkit: Sustainable Finance Taxonomies

Year Published

2024

Contributing Organizations

Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN)

Type of Resource

Guidance

Tool

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Taxonomies

Target Audience

Governments & Policymakers

MDBs/DFIs

Relevant Geography

Global

Resource Description

This resource is a toolkit to guide the design and implementation of sustainable finance taxonomies, offering a modular approach tailored to emerging markets and aligned with global practices.

Why This Matters

Taxonomies help direct capital to sustainable activities

Key Insights

Outlines six building blocks for taxonomy design, including legal basis, activity classification, thresholds, and governance
Covers use cases such as disclosures, incentives, and capital allocation
Supports alignment with global frameworks and interoperability across markets
Includes case studies from 20+ countries and a practical implementation roadmap
Stresses stakeholder engagement and capacity building throughout the process

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