Eric Usher
@ericusher.bsky.social
Leading UNEP Finance Initiative, home of UN PRB and PSI; on PRI board. Convener Net-Zero Asset Owner and Banking Alliances. Husband/father. Views my own. www.unepfi.org
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Eric Usher
@ericusher.bsky.social
· Nov 25
30 years of UNEP FI
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From the Rio Earth Summit, to est. of PRI, PSI and PRB, the 3 Net-Zero Asset-Owner/Banking/Export Credit GFANZ alliances, contr. to TCFD and co-founding the TNFD, and much, much more, it's been a busy 30 years for UNEP FI youtu.be/APACZiPhBtg via
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Migratory birds travel unthinkable distances, connecting countries and supporting 🌍 food systems with pollination.
As our world rapidly urbanises & habitats come under threat, we must protect these world travellers with shared urban spaces.
More on #WorldMigratoryBirdDay: worldmigratorybirdday.org
As our world rapidly urbanises & habitats come under threat, we must protect these world travellers with shared urban spaces.
More on #WorldMigratoryBirdDay: worldmigratorybirdday.org
May 10, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Migratory birds travel unthinkable distances, connecting countries and supporting 🌍 food systems with pollination.
As our world rapidly urbanises & habitats come under threat, we must protect these world travellers with shared urban spaces.
More on #WorldMigratoryBirdDay: worldmigratorybirdday.org
As our world rapidly urbanises & habitats come under threat, we must protect these world travellers with shared urban spaces.
More on #WorldMigratoryBirdDay: worldmigratorybirdday.org
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Help! ❤️
YouTube flagged our @cleaninguppod.bsky.social documentary on #ProjectBo as political advertising. 😬
Using #solar power to help save babies' lives is NOT political! 🌞
We've re-edited, now we REALLY need your likes, comments, RTs and shares to get the word out! 🙏
youtu.be/z-5QjSfy2SM?...
YouTube flagged our @cleaninguppod.bsky.social documentary on #ProjectBo as political advertising. 😬
Using #solar power to help save babies' lives is NOT political! 🌞
We've re-edited, now we REALLY need your likes, comments, RTs and shares to get the word out! 🙏
youtu.be/z-5QjSfy2SM?...
How Solar Is Saving Newborns' Lives in Sierra Leone — Episode 204: Project Bo
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April 27, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Help! ❤️
YouTube flagged our @cleaninguppod.bsky.social documentary on #ProjectBo as political advertising. 😬
Using #solar power to help save babies' lives is NOT political! 🌞
We've re-edited, now we REALLY need your likes, comments, RTs and shares to get the word out! 🙏
youtu.be/z-5QjSfy2SM?...
YouTube flagged our @cleaninguppod.bsky.social documentary on #ProjectBo as political advertising. 😬
Using #solar power to help save babies' lives is NOT political! 🌞
We've re-edited, now we REALLY need your likes, comments, RTs and shares to get the word out! 🙏
youtu.be/z-5QjSfy2SM?...
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In 2004, it took the world a year to add a gigawatt of solar power — now it takes a day
February 7, 2025 at 12:38 PM
In 2004, it took the world a year to add a gigawatt of solar power — now it takes a day
Leadership shifts...
Recommended read: @financialtimes.com looked at how, despite abundant fossil-fuel reserves, several Middle East countries have huge plans for renewable energy, making the area the fastest growing renewables market outside China.
Middle East becomes fastest-growing renewables market outside China
UAE’s Masdar and Saudi Arabia’s Acwa Power lead build out of huge solar farms
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February 1, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Leadership shifts...
February 1, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Welcome @mindylubber.bsky.social !
Hello, @bsky.app users. I’m thrilled to join this platform of forward-thinkers and innovators. Follow me to learn about the role of the private sector in tackling #climatechange and building a more #just and #sustainable economy as well as the work that #Ceres does to inspire this change.
February 1, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Welcome @mindylubber.bsky.social !
What role do banks have in promoting financial health and inclusion? Check out this video on approaches being taken around the world. #PrinciplesResponsibleBanking
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Banking on Sustainability Case Studies | Financial Health & Inclusion | ENG
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February 1, 2025 at 7:15 AM
What role do banks have in promoting financial health and inclusion? Check out this video on approaches being taken around the world. #PrinciplesResponsibleBanking
m.youtube.com/watch?v=E6O4...
m.youtube.com/watch?v=E6O4...
At UNEP FI we're pleased to launch our new Human Rights Toolkit, a step-by-step approach to helping financial institutions align their practices with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs).
www.unepfi.org/humanrightst...
www.unepfi.org/humanrightst...
Human Rights Toolkit <br> for Financial Institutions
Policy Clear commitments to respecting human rights provide the basis for a financial institution’s human rights approach. Read more Human Rights Due Diligence Human rights due diligence allows...
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February 1, 2025 at 7:09 AM
At UNEP FI we're pleased to launch our new Human Rights Toolkit, a step-by-step approach to helping financial institutions align their practices with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs).
www.unepfi.org/humanrightst...
www.unepfi.org/humanrightst...
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electric/hybrid vehicles now account for more than half of passenger vehicle sales in china
January 27, 2025 at 5:22 PM
electric/hybrid vehicles now account for more than half of passenger vehicle sales in china
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And there it is: China emissions down 0.3% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to Carbon Monitor's estimate
January 27, 2025 at 2:41 PM
And there it is: China emissions down 0.3% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to Carbon Monitor's estimate
@kathleenusher.bsky.social hi there!
January 22, 2025 at 6:36 PM
@kathleenusher.bsky.social hi there!
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What will it take to land a #PlasticsTreaty and bridge the gaps to #BeatPlasticPollution by 2040?
Join UNEP’s @ingerandersen.bsky.social and others at World Economic Forum’s #WEF25 to explore solutions for governments and businesses to tackle this crisis: www.weforum.org/meetings/wor...
Join UNEP’s @ingerandersen.bsky.social and others at World Economic Forum’s #WEF25 to explore solutions for governments and businesses to tackle this crisis: www.weforum.org/meetings/wor...
January 22, 2025 at 6:30 PM
What will it take to land a #PlasticsTreaty and bridge the gaps to #BeatPlasticPollution by 2040?
Join UNEP’s @ingerandersen.bsky.social and others at World Economic Forum’s #WEF25 to explore solutions for governments and businesses to tackle this crisis: www.weforum.org/meetings/wor...
Join UNEP’s @ingerandersen.bsky.social and others at World Economic Forum’s #WEF25 to explore solutions for governments and businesses to tackle this crisis: www.weforum.org/meetings/wor...
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World’s addiction to fossil fuels is ‘Frankenstein’s monster’, says UN chief #Climate
World’s addiction to fossil fuels is ‘Frankenstein’s monster’, says UN chief
António Guterres makes warning to leaders at Davos days after Donald Trump pulled US out of Paris climate agreement
www.theguardian.com
January 22, 2025 at 11:04 AM
World’s addiction to fossil fuels is ‘Frankenstein’s monster’, says UN chief #Climate
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2025 is another crucial year for environmental diplomacy.
From securing a #PlasticsTreaty to faster, credible #ParisAgreement progress, now is the time for countries & business to step up.
At #WEF25, I joined @financialtimes.com in the #FTDavos studio to discuss opportunities and challenges ahead.
From securing a #PlasticsTreaty to faster, credible #ParisAgreement progress, now is the time for countries & business to step up.
At #WEF25, I joined @financialtimes.com in the #FTDavos studio to discuss opportunities and challenges ahead.
January 22, 2025 at 11:22 AM
2025 is another crucial year for environmental diplomacy.
From securing a #PlasticsTreaty to faster, credible #ParisAgreement progress, now is the time for countries & business to step up.
At #WEF25, I joined @financialtimes.com in the #FTDavos studio to discuss opportunities and challenges ahead.
From securing a #PlasticsTreaty to faster, credible #ParisAgreement progress, now is the time for countries & business to step up.
At #WEF25, I joined @financialtimes.com in the #FTDavos studio to discuss opportunities and challenges ahead.
An old postcard from COP15 rings more true than ever before. Crafty Korean humour.
January 20, 2025 at 9:54 PM
An old postcard from COP15 rings more true than ever before. Crafty Korean humour.
January 9, 2025 at 7:58 PM
January 5, 2025 at 6:41 PM
It's been a rough year by some accounts - 2024 in Review: UNEP FI and its members continue to drive change in challenging times.
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2024 in Review: UNEP FI and its members continue to drive change in challenging times
As we close the chapter on 2024, the imperative for the financial sector to spearhead the transition to a more inclusive, resilient, and low-carbon economy has never been clearer. The persistent...
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January 3, 2025 at 8:48 AM
It's been a rough year by some accounts - 2024 in Review: UNEP FI and its members continue to drive change in challenging times.
www.unepfi.org/industries/b...
www.unepfi.org/industries/b...
Your starter pack for those active in the climate and sustainable finance space.
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January 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
UNEP FI co-authored guidance with UN Women on Advancing Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment: Target Setting Guidance for Banks. Provides clear, actionable steps for banks to prioritise women’s empowerment in the workplace, marketplace and community.
www.unepfi.org/industries/b...
www.unepfi.org/industries/b...
New guidance from UN Women and UNEP FI – Advancing Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment
Women and girls experience inequality across many areas of life. Systemic barriers, such as structural discrimination, adverse social and gender norms, and the disproportionate share of unpaid...
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December 21, 2024 at 3:54 PM
UNEP FI co-authored guidance with UN Women on Advancing Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment: Target Setting Guidance for Banks. Provides clear, actionable steps for banks to prioritise women’s empowerment in the workplace, marketplace and community.
www.unepfi.org/industries/b...
www.unepfi.org/industries/b...
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Your starter pack for those active in the climate and sustainable finance space.
go.bsky.app/LSfNmAy
go.bsky.app/LSfNmAy
December 15, 2024 at 4:40 PM
Your starter pack for those active in the climate and sustainable finance space.
go.bsky.app/LSfNmAy
go.bsky.app/LSfNmAy
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A nice discussion with EQT's Bahare Haghshenas, Global Head of Sustainable Transformation, covering European regulatory developments, expectations around transition planning and the continued evolution of the sustainable finance landscape.
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Podcast – Ep.5 Eric Usher, Head of UNEP FI
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December 18, 2024 at 9:58 AM
A nice discussion with EQT's Bahare Haghshenas, Global Head of Sustainable Transformation, covering European regulatory developments, expectations around transition planning and the continued evolution of the sustainable finance landscape.
pw.eqtgroup.com/thinq/sustai...
pw.eqtgroup.com/thinq/sustai...
A nice discussion with EQT's Bahare Haghshenas, Global Head of Sustainable Transformation, covering European regulatory developments, expectations around transition planning and the continued evolution of the sustainable finance landscape.
pw.eqtgroup.com/thinq/sustai...
pw.eqtgroup.com/thinq/sustai...
Podcast – Ep.5 Eric Usher, Head of UNEP FI
pw.eqtgroup.com
December 18, 2024 at 9:58 AM
A nice discussion with EQT's Bahare Haghshenas, Global Head of Sustainable Transformation, covering European regulatory developments, expectations around transition planning and the continued evolution of the sustainable finance landscape.
pw.eqtgroup.com/thinq/sustai...
pw.eqtgroup.com/thinq/sustai...
Your starter pack for those active in the climate and sustainable finance space.
go.bsky.app/LSfNmAy
go.bsky.app/LSfNmAy
December 15, 2024 at 4:40 PM
Your starter pack for those active in the climate and sustainable finance space.
go.bsky.app/LSfNmAy
go.bsky.app/LSfNmAy