Equator Principles and Performance Standards on Environmental and Social Sustainability, 2nd Edition
ebook ∣ Volume 1
By Michael Torrance
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As explained in the preface to this new publication, "lending and investment activities influence the environmental, social and governance impacts of global business far greater than the operational footprint of financial institutions themselves." As a result, a growing number of organizations in the financial services, natural resources, infrastructure and other industries are managing environmental and social risks by leveraging sophisticated and innovative processes and frameworks explored in this book.
Up-to-date, practical direction
Sustainability is a key driver of business strategy and risk management. Organizations may face significant challenges in a broad range of areas, including indigenous consultation, climate change and human rights. The Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards are viewed by the financial sector as the leading global frameworks for the proper management of sustainability risks in project development around the world. This new edition of Equator Principles and Performance Standards on Environmental & Social Sustainability: A Guidebook offers detailed direction for legal practitioners and advisors on the application of the relevant standards, including the Equator Principles that were updated in 2020.
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Note: All views of the authors of this book are their own and do not represent the views of BMO Financial Group or its affiliates.
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