Europe's 20 biggest banks urged to clarify net zero funding plans

Michael Holder
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ShareAction calls on CEOs of top banks to provide detailed net zero aligned financing and investment strategies

Europe's 20 biggest banks are being urged to set robust targets clarifying how they intend to help fund sectors critical for driving the net zero transition, amid warnings they could face shareholder action...

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