Insight archive
Green finance
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20 May 2020
Cloudy now, brighter later
Why solar panel installation is set to bounce back after the short-term shock of coronavirus.
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12 May 2020
A green reboot for the global economy
The recovery following COVID-19 presents a chance to create a more sustainable future.
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17 Apr 2020
Pricing carbon to limit warming
Effective carbon pricing is likely to be key to keep emissions in check over the longer term.
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24 Mar 2020
Smart buildings cut emissions
New technologies that make buildings greener and more energy-efficient are on the rise.
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16 Mar 2020
Commodities adapt to climate change
Environmental factors are sparking change in the commodities sector, says HSBC’s Paul Bloxham.
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25 Feb 2020
Renewables can make hydrogen green
Using wind and solar power to generate hydrogen could speed the transition to a low-carbon world.
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06 Dec 2019
Creating the 21st-century city
Urban growth needs to be smart and sustainable, says HSBC Group Chairman Mark Tucker.
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25 Nov 2019
Blue carbon makes the world greener
Oceans and coastal habitats play a vital role in the fight against climate change.
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14 Nov 2019
Cutting congestion lifts growth
Making it easier to get around cities could boost the economy and protect people’s health.
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16 Oct 2019
Green finance in the slow lane
The world is far short of where it needs to be on sustainable investment, says HSBC’s Daniel Klier.
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26 Sep 2019
Financing the low-carbon economy
Financial institutions need to work together to address the climate challenge, says Noel Quinn.
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24 Sep 2019
Sustainable investing takes centre stage
Most investors expect to buy more green, social or sustainable bonds in the future, our survey finds.
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23 Aug 2019
Towards the zero-carbon city
HSBC’s Greg Clark explains why city leaders have a key role to play in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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02 Jul 2019
Moving green finance to the mainstream
The financial sector must do more in the fight against climate change, says HSBC’s Daniel Klier.
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12 Sep 2018
ESG becomes a priority
Companies need to manage their wider impact on society if they wish to attract investors.