A more sustainable future

As the 28th Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai unfolds, we are encouraged to see so many of our members and firms focussing on responsible finance and stewardship.
We offer a wide range of resources and qualifications to help you work towards a more sustainable future.

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Can you see a future in green finance?

Climate related risks and the deterioration of the world’s natural capital assets are the most significant issues of our time. As the international community begins to take action against global warming, rising sea levels, pollution and biodiversity a significant transformation is beginning in the global economy, putting sustainability and stewardship at the heart of finance.

Resources to help individuals and firms

COP28 is set to mark the conclusion of the UN’s first ‘global stocktake’ – a comprehensive assessment of the progress made in achieving the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C above preindustrial levels.

As in previous years, the summit is a reminder that we all have a role to play in fighting climate change, both at work and at home.

We've curated the key information for financial services professionals, so that you don't have to fight through the noise.




The headlines

Putting the pieces together

A look at the most notable COP summits, what they promised, what they achieved, and their implications for the financial sector.

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The long view

Looking ahead to COP28, the hopes for what it will achieve and the role of finance in unlocking climate action.

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Natural capital takes the lead

The climate and nature crises pose significant threats — and great opportunities — for finance and the world more generally.

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Additional responsible finance resources

We offer all our members access to a multitude of learning resources to ensure they can demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the main elements of sustainable and responsible finance.

Select which resources you would like to view: 

Our events

Aligning corporate lending portfolios with climate scenarios with PACTA

Tuesday 05 December 2023

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CISI & CAIA - Trends in ESG Investing - Partner event

Wednesday 06 December 2023

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Beyond ESG: Investing in the companies unlocking net-zero

Wednesday 06 December 2023

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Integrating ESG standards into the investment process

Monday 11 December 2023

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Accelerating ESG investment with the principles for responsible investment

Wednesday 13 December 2023

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UAE SCA Approved - Golden Opportunities: Sustainable Investment in Physical Gold and ESG Miners

Thursday 30 November 2023

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CISI Guernsey Branch | Reality Cheques – Costing the Earth

Thursday 30 November 2023

CLes Cotils Centre, L'Hyvreuse, St. Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 1UU

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GEFI event: The rise and fall of economies and nations

Sunday 3 December 2023

DIFC Academy, Dubai

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GEFI event: Financing survival

Monday 4 December 2023

DIFC Atrium, Dubai

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GEFI event: Identifying leverage points for sustainable transformation

Monday 4 December 2023

DIFC Academy, Dubai

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GEFI event: Unlocking Islamic finance for COP28

Tuesday 5 December 2023

DIFC Atrium, Dubai

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GEFI event: The relationship between profit and purposes

Tuesday 5 December 2023

Heriot-Watt University Dubai

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GEFI event: SDG hive

Wednesday 6 December 2023

DIFC Academy, Dubai

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GEFI event: SDG hive

Thursday 7 December 2023

DIFC Academy, Dubai

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How can you get access to these benefits?

When you become a CISI member you will gain access to all these benefits for free. You will be joining over 47,000 members already taking advantage of the benefits of membership. CISI membership is a compelling marker of professionalism in the financial services industry. Whatever stage of your career you are at, CISI membership highlights to colleagues, clients and the wider industry a commitment to professionalism and the highest standards of knowledge, skills and behaviour. Through the various grades of membership you can gain designatory letters. These, added to your CV, business cards or LinkedIn profile, indicate your knowledge of, and experience within, the financial services industry. You can also strive to become personally Chartered and achieve the pinnacle of professionalism. Chartered members of a Chartered body are highly regarded and qualified professionals, and are considered experts in their fields.

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Sustainable and responsible finance pathway

To support the sector’s continued growth, finance professionals need to develop and demonstrate the specific knowledge and expertise needed to help direct investments to support the transition to a low carbon world, address climate-related risk, and explore sustainable, green finance opportunities. The CISI with our Chartered Body Alliance partners have developed a new pathway for those working in financial services to ensure they meet the evolving needs of their clients.

Level 5 Exam

Climate Risk Certificate

A highly relevant qualification for financial services risk professionals globally
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Level 4 Exam

Green & Sustainable Finance Certificate

A global benchmark qualification for those looking to enhance their credibility in this area
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Online learning modules

Professional Refreshers

Choice of online training modules (one to two hours) that will give you basic understanding in a variety of sustainable and responsible finance areas
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Online short course

Sustainable and Responsible Investment Professional Assessment

Short online course covering essential knowledge and jargon for practitioners in financial services, 8.5 hours of learning with test and certificate
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Living our values

The CISI is a proud signatory of the Sustainable Finance Education Charter, which aims to integrate green and sustainable finance principles into the education and training programmes of finance professionals worldwide. Additionally, all CISI members globally agree to adhere to our code of conduct, which includes a key principle to respect others and the environment.

We have recently joined the 'Heart of the City' programme, committing to measure our carbon footprint and take the necessary steps to achieve net-zero status by 2040.

This year, we are also supporting the Global Ethical Finance Initiative (GEFI) on The Path to COP28, the largest finance-focused campaign for COP28, backed by global financial institutions and thought leaders in green and sustainable finance.

Can we help?

If you have any questions or would like to find out more about our offerings on sustainability, ESG and responsible finance, please contact customer support on:

+44 020 7645 0777
customersupport@cisi.org