Sustainable and Green Finance

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to invite you to submit your research for the Topic titled “Sustainable and Green Finance”. As the world faces increasing environmental challenges, the importance of aligning financial systems with sustainability goals has never been greater. This Topic aims to explore innovative approaches, strategies, and policies that can contribute to building a greener and more sustainable financial system.

The financial sector plays a crucial role in supporting the transition toward a more sustainable economy. By allocating capital to environmentally responsible projects, promoting green investments, and developing sustainable financial products, it can help address pressing issues such as climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality. We seek high-quality research that will deepen our understanding of how sustainable and green finance can contribute to the global effort toward achieving long-term environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.

This Topic aims to address the evolving landscape of sustainable and green finance. We welcome both theoretical and empirical contributions that explore the various aspects of sustainable financial practices, policies, and instruments. Our goal is to foster discussions on how financial systems can support the transition to low-carbon economies and integrate sustainability principles into investment decisions, risk management, and corporate governance.

The scope covers a wide range of topics related to sustainable finance, including the development of green financial instruments, the role of regulatory frameworks, the impact of ESG factors on financial performance, and the design of sustainable investment strategies. We are particularly interested in studies that offer actionable insights into how financial markets can facilitate environmental sustainability and social responsibility, ensuring a fair transition to a more resilient economy.

Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• green bonds, green loans, and other sustainable financial products;
• ESG integration in financial decision-making and asset pricing;
• regulatory frameworks and policies promoting sustainable finance;
• climate finance and funding mechanisms for low-carbon transitions;
• the role of central banks and financial institutions in fostering sustainability;
• risk assessment, reporting, and disclosure of ESG risks;
• impact investing and socially responsible investment strategies;
• technological innovations (e.g., blockchain) supporting sustainable finance;
• corporate sustainability, governance, and stakeholder engagement;
• financial inclusion and sustainable development in emerging markets.

We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions to this important topic and to advancing the discussion on how finance can contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.

Prof. Dr. Otilia Manta
Dr. Maria Palazzo
Topic Editors