Green Finance: A Sustainable Guide for Latin America

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Is your money building or destroying the future?

In a world where ecosystems tremble, and climate change threatens, the question about the impact of our finances has never been more relevant.

Did you know that more than 80% of Latin Americans believe their banks should contribute to social and environmental causes? It’s more than just a preference; it’s a loud call to action.

This ebook presents the current state of Green Finance in Latin America, unveiling the perspectives of over 3,000 consumers across the region on the importance of sustainability in their financial decisions and their willingness to take concrete actions.

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Latin Americans demand transparency

Latin Americans care about how their banks behave and how they invest their savings, preferring financial institutions that invest in social and environmental initiatives.

However, only 28% of Latin American survey respondents believe their banks provide clear information on how they invest their money, while 9% think that the information is shared, but is buried in lengthy text, making it hard to read.

“This guide is crucial reading for companies that wish to grow in Latin America. Our survey shows a huge gap between customer expectations regarding the transparency of financial institutions in their policies and investment portfolios and how banks actually communicate this,” says Patrick O’Neill, managing partner at Sherlock Communications.

“Latin America offers fertile ground for innovations in sustainable finance. This ebook is an exploration of the opportunities, challenges and advancements in the region, aiming to provide professionals, investors, students and interested parties with an in-depth understanding of the current state and future prospects of sustainable finance,” says Pedro Gerhardt, managing partner of Kaapora Finance consultancy, and author of Green Finance.

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Latin Americans believe companies should be punished for environmental negligence

Latin Americans are increasingly favoring socially responsible, ethical and sustainable companies. What’s more, consumers believe that unethical companies should face penalties.

Our research shows that 83% of Latin American survey respondents agree that companies should be punished if they don’t treat the environment well. Additionally, three out of four (74%) believe that “blocking credit” would be a great way to demand better behavior from businesses.

Our e-book offers exclusive data revealing how consumers preferences are driving investment in sustainable projects; their expectations regarding transparency; and the criteria Latin Americans use when selecting financial institutions.

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The challenge for Green Finance in Latin America

Latin America faces a unique challenge: to balance economic development with environmental conservation while also embracing the principles of Green Finance.

Our Green Finance guide offers a comprehensive overview of contemporary challenges faced in resource-rich Latin America. The ebook offers a Sustainable Finance Roadmap to help companies and investors manage ESG risks while on an economic growth trajectory.

With enlightening consumer data, we explore whether growing awareness translates into tangible actions and the impact on everyday financial decisions.

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The Future of Green Finance in Latin America

The commitment of financial institutions in Chile, Colombia and Mexico is setting the pace for financial innovation in the region.

The rise of green bonds, sustainable lending policies and partnerships with international organizations like the International Finance Corporation (IFC) are driving the development of sustainable projects in the region.

In our ebook, we explore which projects and sectors are benefiting the most from sustainability investments and how Latin America is emerging as a key player in the transition to clean energy.

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What will you find in our ebook?

By downloading the “Green Finance” ebook, you will gain access to:

Exclusive data from the research conducted in December 2023 in six Latin American countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru.
Detailed insights into the expectations of Latin Americans regarding the transparency of bank policies and investment portfolios.
Significant support for policies preventing banks from granting credits to companies with negative social and environmental impacts.

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