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Green Central Banking publishes the latest news, research and policy proposals on central banking and climate change.
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#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In September, @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social’s East & Southeast Asia Green Central Banking Scorecard found that poorer ASEAN countries want to adopt green policies but need support from richer neighbours.
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In September, @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social’s East & Southeast Asia Green Central Banking Scorecard found that poorer ASEAN countries want to adopt green policies but need support from richer neighbours.
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Poorer Asean countries need support to green financial policies, report shows
Countries such as Cambodia and Laos are aware of climate risks but lack capacity to act and need support from richer states.
greencb.co
January 3, 2026 at 10:02 AM
#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In September, @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social’s East & Southeast Asia Green Central Banking Scorecard found that poorer ASEAN countries want to adopt green policies but need support from richer neighbours.
Read more 👇
In September, @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social’s East & Southeast Asia Green Central Banking Scorecard found that poorer ASEAN countries want to adopt green policies but need support from richer neighbours.
Read more 👇
Look back at the #TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In September, Bank Indonesia stood out in the ASEAN region for leading on the #GreenTransition with a mandate to develop #GreenFinance & new steps to steer banks toward #ClimateAction.
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In September, Bank Indonesia stood out in the ASEAN region for leading on the #GreenTransition with a mandate to develop #GreenFinance & new steps to steer banks toward #ClimateAction.
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How Indonesia's central bank is leading its green transition
Despite being one of the largest CO2 emitters in south-east Asia, Indonesia’s central bank has a clear green mandate from its government to curb bank emissions.
greencb.co
January 2, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Look back at the #TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In September, Bank Indonesia stood out in the ASEAN region for leading on the #GreenTransition with a mandate to develop #GreenFinance & new steps to steer banks toward #ClimateAction.
Read more 👇
In September, Bank Indonesia stood out in the ASEAN region for leading on the #GreenTransition with a mandate to develop #GreenFinance & new steps to steer banks toward #ClimateAction.
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#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In May, former central banker @mark-carney.bsky.social became Canada’s prime minister — prompting debate over whether his #ClimateFinance background will translate into stronger national #ClimatePolicy.
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In May, former central banker @mark-carney.bsky.social became Canada’s prime minister — prompting debate over whether his #ClimateFinance background will translate into stronger national #ClimatePolicy.
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Will Mark Carney the PM be as climate friendly as Mark Carney the banker?
As a central banker, Mark Carney led the push on understanding the risks climate change poses to economies. But will he have the same focus as Canada’s new prime minister?
greencb.co
January 2, 2026 at 10:02 AM
#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In May, former central banker @mark-carney.bsky.social became Canada’s prime minister — prompting debate over whether his #ClimateFinance background will translate into stronger national #ClimatePolicy.
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In May, former central banker @mark-carney.bsky.social became Canada’s prime minister — prompting debate over whether his #ClimateFinance background will translate into stronger national #ClimatePolicy.
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#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In March, 🇺🇸 US states like New York & California pushed forward with climate disclosure rules — resisting the Trump administration’s rollback of federal green policies.
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In March, 🇺🇸 US states like New York & California pushed forward with climate disclosure rules — resisting the Trump administration’s rollback of federal green policies.
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US states forge ahead with climate rules even as Trump rolls back policies
New York state's proposed climate disclosure rules show some states are moving ahead on green policies despite US government pushback.
greencb.co
January 1, 2026 at 10:03 AM
#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In March, 🇺🇸 US states like New York & California pushed forward with climate disclosure rules — resisting the Trump administration’s rollback of federal green policies.
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In March, 🇺🇸 US states like New York & California pushed forward with climate disclosure rules — resisting the Trump administration’s rollback of federal green policies.
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Looking back at the #TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In September, @pfzwpensioen.bsky.social — the Dutch pension fund — ended mandates with BlackRock, Legal & General & AQR as it ramped up efforts to align its portfolio with new sustainability goals.
In September, @pfzwpensioen.bsky.social — the Dutch pension fund — ended mandates with BlackRock, Legal & General & AQR as it ramped up efforts to align its portfolio with new sustainability goals.
Major Dutch pension fund withdraws from BlackRock, L&G in sustainability push
PFZW withdraws billions from leading asset managers as pension funds come under mounting pressure to take account of climate risks.
greencb.co
December 31, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Looking back at the #TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In September, @pfzwpensioen.bsky.social — the Dutch pension fund — ended mandates with BlackRock, Legal & General & AQR as it ramped up efforts to align its portfolio with new sustainability goals.
In September, @pfzwpensioen.bsky.social — the Dutch pension fund — ended mandates with BlackRock, Legal & General & AQR as it ramped up efforts to align its portfolio with new sustainability goals.
#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In October, 🇪🇺 @Europarl_EN rejected the EU’s sustainability omnibus in a secret vote — but later approved a weakened version, watering down #ESG and due diligence rules.
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In October, 🇪🇺 @Europarl_EN rejected the EU’s sustainability omnibus in a secret vote — but later approved a weakened version, watering down #ESG and due diligence rules.
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EU politicians reject sustainability omnibus proposals in surprise secret vote
EU politicians voted against the bloc’s sustainability omnibus, opening it up to negotiation and amendments before another vote in November.
greencb.co
December 30, 2025 at 10:03 AM
#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In October, 🇪🇺 @Europarl_EN rejected the EU’s sustainability omnibus in a secret vote — but later approved a weakened version, watering down #ESG and due diligence rules.
Read more 👇
In October, 🇪🇺 @Europarl_EN rejected the EU’s sustainability omnibus in a secret vote — but later approved a weakened version, watering down #ESG and due diligence rules.
Read more 👇
#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In September, 🇨🇳 China took top spot in @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social’s first East and Southeast Asia Green Central Banking Scorecard.
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In September, 🇨🇳 China took top spot in @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social’s first East and Southeast Asia Green Central Banking Scorecard.
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China takes top place in new Asia green central banking scorecard
First assessment of east and south-east Asian institutions shows that even bigger economies still need to do more given risks of climate breakdown.
greencb.co
December 24, 2025 at 11:04 AM
#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In September, 🇨🇳 China took top spot in @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social’s first East and Southeast Asia Green Central Banking Scorecard.
Read more 👇
In September, 🇨🇳 China took top spot in @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social’s first East and Southeast Asia Green Central Banking Scorecard.
Read more 👇
#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
Also in February, the US SEC moved to freeze its #ClimateDisclosure rule requiring companies to report climate-related risks — part of a broader anti-ESG shift under the Trump administration.
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Also in February, the US SEC moved to freeze its #ClimateDisclosure rule requiring companies to report climate-related risks — part of a broader anti-ESG shift under the Trump administration.
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SEC moves to freeze its climate disclosure rule
Acting chair Mark Uyeda says the SEC will not defend its climate disclosure rule in court even as US companies need to report in other jurisdictions.
greencb.co
December 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM
#TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
Also in February, the US SEC moved to freeze its #ClimateDisclosure rule requiring companies to report climate-related risks — part of a broader anti-ESG shift under the Trump administration.
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Also in February, the US SEC moved to freeze its #ClimateDisclosure rule requiring companies to report climate-related risks — part of a broader anti-ESG shift under the Trump administration.
Read more 👇
Reporting on climate change focuses on the increasingly severe global situation, making it easy to miss the success stories.
Here are seven moments of progress from 2025 by @moriahcosta.bsky.social, Emma Thomasson & @ingridwss.bsky.social 👇
https://greencb.co/4jbfPkt
Here are seven moments of progress from 2025 by @moriahcosta.bsky.social, Emma Thomasson & @ingridwss.bsky.social 👇
https://greencb.co/4jbfPkt
December 23, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Reporting on climate change focuses on the increasingly severe global situation, making it easy to miss the success stories.
Here are seven moments of progress from 2025 by @moriahcosta.bsky.social, Emma Thomasson & @ingridwss.bsky.social 👇
https://greencb.co/4jbfPkt
Here are seven moments of progress from 2025 by @moriahcosta.bsky.social, Emma Thomasson & @ingridwss.bsky.social 👇
https://greencb.co/4jbfPkt
We take a look back at the #TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In February, @ec.europa.eu proposed a “sustainability omnibus” to simplify ESG reporting—raising concerns that it could weaken transparency on climate & #NatureRisks.
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In February, @ec.europa.eu proposed a “sustainability omnibus” to simplify ESG reporting—raising concerns that it could weaken transparency on climate & #NatureRisks.
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EU omnibus sustainability proposal: why experts are concerned
The EU omnibus proposal is meant to streamline and simplify sustainable reporting rules but experts are worried it could weaken the bloc’s green deal.
greencb.co
December 22, 2025 at 1:31 PM
We take a look back at the #TopStories of #2025 from @greencb.bsky.social.
In February, @ec.europa.eu proposed a “sustainability omnibus” to simplify ESG reporting—raising concerns that it could weaken transparency on climate & #NatureRisks.
Read more👇
In February, @ec.europa.eu proposed a “sustainability omnibus” to simplify ESG reporting—raising concerns that it could weaken transparency on climate & #NatureRisks.
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🏦 @banquedefrance-off.bsky.social is committed to furthering its work on combating climate change.
BdF governor, François Villeroy de Galhau, outlined plans to align bond portfolios with a 1.5°C pathway & integrate #ClimateRisk into core mandates. 👇
BdF governor, François Villeroy de Galhau, outlined plans to align bond portfolios with a 1.5°C pathway & integrate #ClimateRisk into core mandates. 👇
BdF governor: climate change is part of ‘core mandates of price stability’
In a speech on Tuesday, BdF governor François Villeroy de Galhau laid out the central bank's commitment to combating climate change in 2026.
greencb.co
December 22, 2025 at 10:31 AM
🏦 @banquedefrance-off.bsky.social is committed to furthering its work on combating climate change.
BdF governor, François Villeroy de Galhau, outlined plans to align bond portfolios with a 1.5°C pathway & integrate #ClimateRisk into core mandates. 👇
BdF governor, François Villeroy de Galhau, outlined plans to align bond portfolios with a 1.5°C pathway & integrate #ClimateRisk into core mandates. 👇
🇪🇺 The EU’s sustainability omnibus has cleared Parliament, slashing climate reporting rules by 90%.
The scope of #CSRD & #CSDDD has been cut, data requirements reduced & compliance delayed — raising concerns about access to reliable #ESG data. 👇
The scope of #CSRD & #CSDDD has been cut, data requirements reduced & compliance delayed — raising concerns about access to reliable #ESG data. 👇
EU sustainability omnibus package approved, ESRS data points reduced
The EU sustainability omnibus was approved by lawmakers, as proposed changes to the reporting standards would streamline the amount of data reported.
greencb.co
December 19, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Major pension funds are ramping up climate targets. 🎯
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
Big pension funds make progress on climate but much more needed, report shows
Ongoing investment in fossil fuels shows gap between intent and impact, according to analysis by the Climate Policy Initiative.
greencb.co
December 19, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Major pension funds are ramping up climate targets. 🎯
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
Major pension funds are ramping up climate targets. 🎯
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
Big pension funds make progress on climate but much more needed, report shows
Ongoing investment in fossil fuels shows gap between intent and impact, according to analysis by the Climate Policy Initiative.
greencb.co
December 18, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Major pension funds are ramping up climate targets. 🎯
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
🇪🇺 A draft EU parliament resolution says #ClimateChange is political & reminds @ecb.europa.eu that its main objective is price stability — not environmental issues.
The report reflects a shifting political mood in Brussels. 👇
The report reflects a shifting political mood in Brussels. 👇
Draft EU resolution wants ECB to stop focusing on climate issues
Climate change and environment are political and as such the ECB should not consider them, a draft resolution from the EU parliament suggests.
greencb.co
December 18, 2025 at 8:03 AM
🇪🇺 A draft EU parliament resolution says #ClimateChange is political & reminds @ecb.europa.eu that its main objective is price stability — not environmental issues.
The report reflects a shifting political mood in Brussels. 👇
The report reflects a shifting political mood in Brussels. 👇
Central bank independence may need rethinking in the face of climate change, argue economists @geoffmann.bsky.social & @annpettifor.bsky.social.
“Central bankers need to understand that they are political actors, not technical actors.”
https://greencb.co/4rZg9H5
#CentralBank #ClimateFinance
“Central bankers need to understand that they are political actors, not technical actors.”
https://greencb.co/4rZg9H5
#CentralBank #ClimateFinance
Central bank independence should be reframed in light of climate change, say economists
Monetary and fiscal policy should work in tandem while balancing risk of political interference, say economists Geoff Mann and Ann Pettifor.
greencb.co
December 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Central bank independence may need rethinking in the face of climate change, argue economists @geoffmann.bsky.social & @annpettifor.bsky.social.
“Central bankers need to understand that they are political actors, not technical actors.”
https://greencb.co/4rZg9H5
#CentralBank #ClimateFinance
“Central bankers need to understand that they are political actors, not technical actors.”
https://greencb.co/4rZg9H5
#CentralBank #ClimateFinance
As physical #ClimateRisk grow, @banquedefrance-off.bsky.social is building new macroeconomic methodologies to identify vulnerabilities in the French economy. 🇫🇷
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says BdF’s Léopold Gosset. 👇
https://greencb.co/4j5AwP7
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says BdF’s Léopold Gosset. 👇
https://greencb.co/4j5AwP7
December 17, 2025 at 12:31 PM
As physical #ClimateRisk grow, @banquedefrance-off.bsky.social is building new macroeconomic methodologies to identify vulnerabilities in the French economy. 🇫🇷
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says BdF’s Léopold Gosset. 👇
https://greencb.co/4j5AwP7
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says BdF’s Léopold Gosset. 👇
https://greencb.co/4j5AwP7
🌍 A new @worldwildlife.org report warns that nature-related risks — from #deforestation to water stress — are still being overlooked in financial regulation.
Central banks & supervisors must use tools like stress tests and capital rules to build financial resilience.
Central banks & supervisors must use tools like stress tests and capital rules to build financial resilience.
WWF calls on central banks to do more on nature loss
Annual assessment highlights progress by central banks and supervisors in Europe and Asia, but backsliding elsewhere.
greencb.co
December 17, 2025 at 10:03 AM
🌍 A new @worldwildlife.org report warns that nature-related risks — from #deforestation to water stress — are still being overlooked in financial regulation.
Central banks & supervisors must use tools like stress tests and capital rules to build financial resilience.
Central banks & supervisors must use tools like stress tests and capital rules to build financial resilience.
Major pension funds are ramping up climate targets. 🎯
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
Big pension funds make progress on climate but much more needed, report shows
Ongoing investment in fossil fuels shows gap between intent and impact, according to analysis by the Climate Policy Initiative.
greencb.co
December 16, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Major pension funds are ramping up climate targets. 🎯
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
63% now have at least one climate-related change, up from 9% in 2020 — yet 55% pension fund investments still back companies expanding fossil fuels, a new Climate Policy Initiative report finds. 👇
🇪🇺 A draft EU parliament resolution says #ClimateChange is political & reminds @ecb.europa.eu that its main objective is price stability — not environmental issues.
The report reflects a shifting political mood in Brussels. 👇
The report reflects a shifting political mood in Brussels. 👇
Draft EU resolution wants ECB to stop focusing on climate issues
Climate change and environment are political and as such the ECB should not consider them, a draft resolution from the EU parliament suggests.
greencb.co
December 16, 2025 at 2:31 PM
🇪🇺 A draft EU parliament resolution says #ClimateChange is political & reminds @ecb.europa.eu that its main objective is price stability — not environmental issues.
The report reflects a shifting political mood in Brussels. 👇
The report reflects a shifting political mood in Brussels. 👇
Central bank independence may need rethinking in the face of climate change, argue economists @geoffmann.bsky.social & @annpettifor.bsky.social.
“Central bankers need to understand that they are political actors, not technical actors.”
https://greencb.co/4rZg9H5
#CentralBank #ClimateFinance
“Central bankers need to understand that they are political actors, not technical actors.”
https://greencb.co/4rZg9H5
#CentralBank #ClimateFinance
Central bank independence should be reframed in light of climate change, say economists
Monetary and fiscal policy should work in tandem while balancing risk of political interference, say economists Geoff Mann and Ann Pettifor.
greencb.co
December 16, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Central bank independence may need rethinking in the face of climate change, argue economists @geoffmann.bsky.social & @annpettifor.bsky.social.
“Central bankers need to understand that they are political actors, not technical actors.”
https://greencb.co/4rZg9H5
#CentralBank #ClimateFinance
“Central bankers need to understand that they are political actors, not technical actors.”
https://greencb.co/4rZg9H5
#CentralBank #ClimateFinance
As physical #ClimateRisk grow, @banquedefrance-off.bsky.social is building new macroeconomic methodologies to identify vulnerabilities in the French economy. 🇫🇷
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says BdF’s Léopold Gosset. 👇
https://greencb.co/4j5AwP7
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says BdF’s Léopold Gosset. 👇
https://greencb.co/4j5AwP7
December 15, 2025 at 1:44 PM
As physical #ClimateRisk grow, @banquedefrance-off.bsky.social is building new macroeconomic methodologies to identify vulnerabilities in the French economy. 🇫🇷
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says BdF’s Léopold Gosset. 👇
https://greencb.co/4j5AwP7
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says BdF’s Léopold Gosset. 👇
https://greencb.co/4j5AwP7
In the latest Dispatch:
🏦 Banque de France builds granular models for floods & heatwaves
🌞 Singapore’s Fast-P lands $55mn solar finance deal
💶 WWF urges ECB to adopt green rate
💸 NYC eyes $42bn divestment
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🏦 Banque de France builds granular models for floods & heatwaves
🌞 Singapore’s Fast-P lands $55mn solar finance deal
💶 WWF urges ECB to adopt green rate
💸 NYC eyes $42bn divestment
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December 15, 2025 at 11:43 AM
In the latest Dispatch:
🏦 Banque de France builds granular models for floods & heatwaves
🌞 Singapore’s Fast-P lands $55mn solar finance deal
💶 WWF urges ECB to adopt green rate
💸 NYC eyes $42bn divestment
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🏦 Banque de France builds granular models for floods & heatwaves
🌞 Singapore’s Fast-P lands $55mn solar finance deal
💶 WWF urges ECB to adopt green rate
💸 NYC eyes $42bn divestment
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🏦 @banquedefrance-off.bsky.social is expanding its toolkit to assess physical climate risks as impacts become “increasingly entrenched,” wrote Agnès Bénassy-Quéré.
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says Léopold Gosset of BdF.
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says Léopold Gosset of BdF.
How Banque de France measures physical climate risks
France is increasingly prone to physical climate risks, so its central bank has developed tools to help measure and understand those risks.
greencb.co
December 15, 2025 at 9:04 AM
🏦 @banquedefrance-off.bsky.social is expanding its toolkit to assess physical climate risks as impacts become “increasingly entrenched,” wrote Agnès Bénassy-Quéré.
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says Léopold Gosset of BdF.
“There is no one-size-fits-all solution for physical risk analysis,” says Léopold Gosset of BdF.
#GreenCentralBanking roundup:
🇺🇸 Comptroller urges NYC pension boards to drop BlackRock over climate record
🇪🇺 EIOPA proposes EU-wide natural catastrophe risk tool
✅ NGFS publishes updated scenario analysis guidance
And more 👇
🇺🇸 Comptroller urges NYC pension boards to drop BlackRock over climate record
🇪🇺 EIOPA proposes EU-wide natural catastrophe risk tool
✅ NGFS publishes updated scenario analysis guidance
And more 👇
Roundup: NYC pension funds should exit BlackRock over climate failures, says comptroller
Exiting New York comptroller says city's pension funds should divest from BlackRock, EU proposes catastrophe risk tool for homeowners, and the NGFS updates its climate scenarios.
greencb.co
December 12, 2025 at 8:13 PM
#GreenCentralBanking roundup:
🇺🇸 Comptroller urges NYC pension boards to drop BlackRock over climate record
🇪🇺 EIOPA proposes EU-wide natural catastrophe risk tool
✅ NGFS publishes updated scenario analysis guidance
And more 👇
🇺🇸 Comptroller urges NYC pension boards to drop BlackRock over climate record
🇪🇺 EIOPA proposes EU-wide natural catastrophe risk tool
✅ NGFS publishes updated scenario analysis guidance
And more 👇