Consolidated Bank Ghana LTD. (CBG), in a commitment to sustainability, participated in the recent UN Global Compact Network Ghana Green Finance Summit, where the Deputy Managing Director, Madam Florence Adei Ohene, represented the Bank. The event brought together leaders and stakeholders from various sectors, with discussions centering on the pressing need to bridge the green finance gap and highlighting the key role financial institutions play in fostering a resilient economy.
During her address, Madam Adei Ohene shared insights on high-level discussions focusing on “Bridging Capital, Compliance and Commercial Pipelines for Ghana’s Sustainable Transition”. She emphasized the importance of aligning business objectives with sustainable goals, particularly in Ghana's evolving financial landscape, supported by the Bank of Ghana’s Sustainable Finance Roadmap and the Ghana Green Finance Taxonomy.
“Our focus is not just on compliance but on strategically mobilizing capital responsibly to support a transition towards sustainability,” said Madam Adei Ohene. "Understanding that green finance is key to innovation, we must ensure that our financing decisions are commercially sound, well-structured, and balanced against rigorous risk assessments."
The Summit also featured a masterclass led by Madam Eva Ackuaku, Head, Sustainable Financing and Impact. Her session equipped attendees with essential knowledge and practical strategies for evaluating green projects, fostering increased capacity within the financial sector to support sustainable initiatives.
Consolidated Bank Ghana LTD. remains resolute in its mission to unlock new opportunities in the green economy by financing sectors such as renewable energy and waste management. The Bank continues to engage actively with businesses to customize financial solutions that align with Ghana's climate goals, creating economic, social, and environmental impact.
As the landscape of green finance evolves, CBG's leadership is ready to meet the challenges head-on, fostering an ecosystem in which sustainable investment can thrive in Ghana.
