Nepal Bankers’ Association (NBA), in collaboration with Invest for Impact Nepal, hosted a pivotal seminar aimed at integrating Climate Finance and Green Finance Taxonomy into Nepal’s banking industry.
The seminar brought together key figures from the financial and environmental sectors to discuss the future of sustainable finance and the role of Nepal’s banking sector in mitigating climate change.
Key Highlights of the Seminar
The event kicked off with opening remarks by H.E. Dr. Danielle Meuwly, the Ambassador of Switzerland to Nepal, and Mr. Sunil KC, President of the Nepal Bankers’ Association. Both speakers highlighted the critical need for integrating sustainable finance into Nepal’s financial ecosystem to ensure a resilient future.
One of the key milestones of the seminar was the official launch of the NBA’s Sustainable Finance Department. This department aims to spearhead sustainable banking practices in Nepal by promoting climate finance and green finance. The launch was led by Mr. Maha Prasad Adhikari, Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), alongside H.E. Dr. Danielle Meuwly and Mr. Michael Jongeneel, CEO of FMO Netherlands, showcasing the commitment of national and international stakeholders to a greener future.
