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What is a primary objective of the Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB)?
What is a primary objective of the Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB)?
- To reduce regulatory oversight in the banking sector
- To promote unregulated investment strategies
- To maximize profits for banking institutions
- To align banking strategies with the Paris Agreement and UN SDGs (correct)
At which level is the collective approach to endorsing and implementing the PRB primarily established?
At which level is the collective approach to endorsing and implementing the PRB primarily established?
- Institutional level
- Individual level
- Industry level (correct)
- Community level
Which groups are responsible for bringing the PRB to life for banking professionals?
Which groups are responsible for bringing the PRB to life for banking professionals?
- Local communities and activists
- Government officials and nonprofit organizations
- Professional bodies and educators (correct)
- Financial analysts and corporate strategists
Which best describes the role of institutional level participants in relation to the PRB?
Which best describes the role of institutional level participants in relation to the PRB?
How can banking professionals demonstrate the PRB in their practice?
How can banking professionals demonstrate the PRB in their practice?
Why is mainstreaming green and sustainable finance considered essential?
Why is mainstreaming green and sustainable finance considered essential?
What role do policymakers play in the context of PRB?
What role do policymakers play in the context of PRB?
What is the relationship between the PRB and the UN SDGs?
What is the relationship between the PRB and the UN SDGs?
What is the primary function of digital finance tools in the context of sustainable banking?
What is the primary function of digital finance tools in the context of sustainable banking?
What type of product does the Climate Credit Card specifically promote?
What type of product does the Climate Credit Card specifically promote?
Which feature of banking apps linked to Alipay enhances consumer awareness regarding sustainability?
Which feature of banking apps linked to Alipay enhances consumer awareness regarding sustainability?
Ant Forest is designed to encourage users to:
Ant Forest is designed to encourage users to:
What impact does increased use of the Climate Credit Card potentially have on global emissions?
What impact does increased use of the Climate Credit Card potentially have on global emissions?
The primary demographic targeted by Ant Forest includes:
The primary demographic targeted by Ant Forest includes:
Which of the following best describes the relationship between payment cards and environmental data?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between payment cards and environmental data?
The use of FinTech tools in sustainable finance primarily aims to:
The use of FinTech tools in sustainable finance primarily aims to:
What is the primary goal of the bank in relation to its sustainable products?
What is the primary goal of the bank in relation to its sustainable products?
What metric does the Sustainability Activity Index – 'The Green' capture?
What metric does the Sustainability Activity Index – 'The Green' capture?
What percentage increase in average activity does SEB aim for by 2030 compared to 2021?
What percentage increase in average activity does SEB aim for by 2030 compared to 2021?
According to the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, what is essential for banks in their strategic planning?
According to the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, what is essential for banks in their strategic planning?
How many of the largest European banks had committed to net zero targets by 2050, according to ShareAction's assessment?
How many of the largest European banks had committed to net zero targets by 2050, according to ShareAction's assessment?
What was a significant finding regarding the banks' commitments towards net zero targets?
What was a significant finding regarding the banks' commitments towards net zero targets?
What was the purpose of the assessment conducted by ShareAction ahead of COP26?
What was the purpose of the assessment conducted by ShareAction ahead of COP26?
What does the term 'fossil credit exposure' refer to in the context of the bank's strategy?
What does the term 'fossil credit exposure' refer to in the context of the bank's strategy?
What is one reason why green mortgages typically have lower interest rates compared to conventional mortgages?
What is one reason why green mortgages typically have lower interest rates compared to conventional mortgages?
What amount could a typical 3-bedroom household in the UK save over five years with energy-efficient improvements?
What amount could a typical 3-bedroom household in the UK save over five years with energy-efficient improvements?
What characteristic is associated with homeowners of energy-efficient homes in relation to mortgage payments?
What characteristic is associated with homeowners of energy-efficient homes in relation to mortgage payments?
What primary role do CO2 trackers play in retail banking?
What primary role do CO2 trackers play in retail banking?
What type of mortgage is described as incentivizing energy efficiency improvements in existing properties?
What type of mortgage is described as incentivizing energy efficiency improvements in existing properties?
Which of the following statements about Ant Forest’s impact is true?
Which of the following statements about Ant Forest’s impact is true?
What is one challenge associated with retrofitting older properties for energy efficiency?
What is one challenge associated with retrofitting older properties for energy efficiency?
What type of banking accounts typically offer higher interest than current accounts?
What type of banking accounts typically offer higher interest than current accounts?
Which organization offers a ‘C-Change Discount’ as part of their green mortgage initiative?
Which organization offers a ‘C-Change Discount’ as part of their green mortgage initiative?
What behavioral change is encouraged by gamification in banking apps?
What behavioral change is encouraged by gamification in banking apps?
What is a potential long-term benefit of energy-efficient mortgages for both borrowers and lenders?
What is a potential long-term benefit of energy-efficient mortgages for both borrowers and lenders?
What unique feature do some CO2 trackers provide to users?
What unique feature do some CO2 trackers provide to users?
Which of the following groups is involved in the European Energy Efficient Mortgage Initiative?
Which of the following groups is involved in the European Energy Efficient Mortgage Initiative?
Which of the following statements about retail banking savings products is false?
Which of the following statements about retail banking savings products is false?
Which problem does Ant Forest primarily address for its users?
Which problem does Ant Forest primarily address for its users?
What is a key characteristic of term deposit accounts?
What is a key characteristic of term deposit accounts?
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Study Notes
SEB's Sustainability Strategy
- SEB aims to increase its Sustainability Activity Index by 6-8 times by 2030 compared to 2021.
- SEB's Sustainability Activity Index measures sustainability-related lending, advisory services, investments, and Greentech venture capital investments.
- SEB will align its growth ambitions with the strictest 1.5°C climate scenarios provided by the Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS).
Principles for Responsible Banking
- The Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) aim to align banks' strategies with the Paris Agreement and the UN SDGs.
- PRB needs to be embedded at industry, institutional, and individual levels.
Responsible Retail, Commercial, and Corporate Banking
- Mainstreaming green and sustainable finance requires individuals committed to change.
- Digital finance ("FinTech") tools enable banks to offer products and services that integrate sustainability data.
Case Study: Ant Forest
- Ant Forest, hosted on Alipay, encourages users to reduce their carbon footprint.
- Ant Forest has over 1 billion users and has planted over 120 million real trees.
- Ant Forest achieved a reduction of 1.22 million tonnes CO2e in its first year of operation.
Green and Sustainable Mortgages
- Green mortgages are offered at slightly lower interest rates than conventional mortgages.
- Green mortgages are typically offered to incentivize energy efficiency improvements in homes.
- Energy efficient homes may be less likely to default on mortgages, reducing risk for lenders.
Case Study: European Energy Efficiency Mortgage
- The European Energy Efficient Mortgage Initiative is a consortium of organizations promoting green mortgages.
- The consortium includes the World Green Building Council, RICS, E.ON, the University of Ca Foscari (Venice), Goethe University (Frankfurt), and leading banks across Europe.
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