The National Bank of Moldova (BNM), in cooperation with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, organized a training session dedicated to green and sustainability-linked loans - financial instruments that support projects and activities with a positive impact on the environment.
The webinar aimed to strengthen institutional capacities and enhance understanding of the mechanisms related to sustainable lending and green financial instruments, in line with the Sustainable Finance Roadmap of the Republic of Moldova.
The event provided NBM representatives with an overview of global and European market developments and presented the main European Union and international regulatory frameworks, guidelines, and principles applicable to these instruments.
During the training session, participants discussed the role of green and sustainability-linked loans in supporting sustainable economic development and modern financial markets. The agenda covered the main differences between the two instruments, their relevance for financial institutions, and their benefits for borrowers and lenders. Practical case studies were also presented, and Moldova’s potential for developing a domestic market for these types of loans was analyzed.
The webinar also addressed the impact of sustainable finance instruments to the green transition, on improving the management of climate-related financial risks, and the promotion of responsible lending practices.
The event was organized as part of ongoing capacity-building activities implemented through IFC and EU projects on sustainable finance in Moldova, supported by the Facility for Investment Climate Advisory Services (FIAS–Moldova), in cooperation with the Green Banking Academy (IFC).