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Absa Bank (Seychelles): Most Responsible Bank Seychelles 2020

The Seychelles archipelago — 115 islands nestling off the east coast of Africa — boasts some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes, flora and fauna. The main attraction for African financial services group Absa, however, was the republic’s status as

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Afghanistan International Bank CJSC: Best Corporate Governance Afghanistan 2020

As the world reels from the effects of the pandemic, Afghanistan International Bank sees its continued success as a boon — and the natural result of more than a decade of solid corporate governance. AIB has earned its reputation as

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SEB Group: Most ESG Responsible Banking Group Nordics 2020

Nordic financial services company SEB Group has been supporting ambitious entrepreneurs since 1856, through good times and bad. SEB has earned a reputation for exemplary sustainability standards and a sensitivity to socio-ecological issues. The group seeks to reduce environmental impacts

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Kommuninvest: Best Sustainable ALM Strategy Europe 2020

Kommuninvest, a co-operative venture among Swedish municipalities seeking a competitive edge in capital markets, encapsulates the adage “together is better”. It began over 30 years ago with just a few participants, but now 90 percent of the country’s municipalities and

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Liechtenstein Bankers Association: Outstanding Contribution to Good Bank Governance Liechtenstein 2020

Tiny Liechtenstein boasts one of the world’s highest GDPs per capita. The country’s corporate-friendly tax schemes and skilled labour force have fostered a thriving financial centre. The Liechtenstein Bankers Association (LBA) serves as the unifying voice of those financial institutions,

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BBVA: Best Sustainable Bank Spain 2020

In its mission statement, Spanish multinational financial services company BBVA pledges to help customers improve their financial health and transition to a more sustainable future. CEO Carlos Torres Vila believes that climate change could be the “greatest business disruption humankind has ever

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ODIN Investments: Best Investment Services Corporate Governance Egypt 2020

ODIN Investments is one of Egypt’s leading direct investment banks. Over the past 35 years, it has established a network of close relationships with business and government contacts. ODIN benefits from a seasoned leadership team: CEO Hashem El-Sayed is one

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lndufor: Best Green Project Verifier Nordics 2020

Sustainable forestry is a key driver in the greening of the global economy. In the shift towards renewables, already well under way, forests play a major – but often overlooked – role; a case, perhaps, of not seeing the trees

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TGE – Polish Power Exchange: Best Sustainable Commodities Exchange Central Europe 2020

Over the past two decades, TGE (Towarowa Giełda Energii – Polish Power Exchange) has played a crucial role in the development of the national energy market and economy. The Warsaw-based company is a pioneer of commodities trading, from spot to

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Hannon Armstrong: Best ESG Sustainable Investment Strategy USA 2020

Hannon Armstrong has proven that climate-positive investments can deliver superior risk-adjusted returns. In 2013, the firm became the first publicly traded US company (NYSE: HASI) to invest exclusively in climate-change solutions, providing over $1 billion every year to energy efficiency,

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