GITNUXREPORT 2025

Sustainability In The Finance Industry Statistics

Sustainable finance rapidly grows, shaping future global industry and investment strategies.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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42% of financial services firms have experienced increased investor demand for ESG-related investment products

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78% of millennials favor investing in companies with strong environmental and social practices

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71% of global banking assets are now covered by sustainability-related policies or commitments

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85% of institutional investors consider ESG factors integral to their investment process

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More than 60% of the world's largest financial institutions have committed to net-zero targets by 2050

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64% of banks have integrated climate risk assessments into their core risk management frameworks

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48% of retail investors in North America incorporate ESG criteria into their investment decisions

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89% of financial professionals believe climate risk will impact credit ratings in the next five years

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In 2023, 65% of asset managers have integrated biodiversity or natural capital considerations into their investment processes

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76% of insurance companies are incorporating climate change scenarios into their actuarial models

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The average ESG score of companies in the S&P 500 increased by 12% between 2020 and 2023, indicating improved sustainability practices

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47% of financial firms claim to have established ESG-related training programs for their staff in 2023

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69% of pension funds have committed to integrating ESG factors into their investment decision-making processes

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82% of investment funds in Europe now include climate risk assessments as part of their due diligence

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60% of financial firms believe that integrating sustainability metrics enhances long-term shareholder value

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Approximately 90% of financial institutions have policies or strategies aimed at supporting sustainable development goals (SDGs)

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82% of asset managers globally have integrated formal climate risk management processes into their operations

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67% of financial institutions believe that climate change is the most pressing risk to their business continuity

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73% of global central banks have started integrating climate considerations into their monetary policy frameworks

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88% of financial services firms recognize climate risk as part of their strategic planning

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Nearly 70% of bank executives believe that climate change poses a material financial risk to their institution

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Nearly 45% of banks have reported financial losses linked directly to climate-related risks in the past year

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72% of institutional investors believe that sustainable investing provides better risk-adjusted returns over the long term

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Over $4 trillion in sustainable assets were managed globally in 2023, representing a 20% increase from the previous year

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The issuance of green bonds reached a record USD 300 billion in 2023, a 50% increase over 2022

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The ESG funds market size worldwide is projected to reach USD 1.8 trillion by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16%

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55% of financial firms report increased revenue from sustainable finance products in 2023

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The global ESG investment industry has grown by 34% in the last two years, reaching over USD 2.3 trillion in assets

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The issuance of social bonds increased by 30% in 2023, totaling USD 150 billion globally

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Sustainable investment strategies value at USD 1.2 trillion in Asia-Pacific alone as of 2023, rising rapidly

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80% of financial institutions intend to boost their green financing portfolios in the next two years

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59% of asset owners now prioritize climate change mitigation in their investment policies

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The volume of sustainable asset-backed securities issued globally was approximately USD 200 billion in 2023, a 25% increase from 2022

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As of 2023, global sustainable finance assets are projected to reach USD 3 trillion by 2025, a growth of 50% from 2022

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The share of green stocks in global equity markets increased by 15% in 2023, reflecting rising investor interest in sustainability

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The volume of ESG-related M&A transactions increased by 22% in 2023, valued at over USD 250 billion globally

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The number of sustainable finance certifications available globally increased by 35% in 2023, indicating growing demand for ESG expertise

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55% of financial services companies plan to increase their investments in green technology and infrastructure in the next three years

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The global renewable energy investment reached USD 550 billion in 2023, up by 28% from 2022, essential for sustainable finance

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Around 40% of ESG funds are actively managed, with the remainder being passively managed, reflecting a shift in investment strategies

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The size of the global impact investment market exceeded USD 150 billion in 2023, with Asia-Pacific leading the growth

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As of 2023, only 15% of financial institutions disclose their full climate-related financial risk, according to TCFD recommendations

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The EU's sustainable finance regulation has prompted over 80% of European financial institutions to review their sustainability credentials

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Over 70% of stock exchanges worldwide have adopted ESG reporting guidelines or principles

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65% of financial stakeholders agree that climate-related disclosures should be mandatory across the finance industry

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58% of financial regulators worldwide are developing or have implemented guidelines for climate risk disclosure

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The number of companies issuing sustainability-reporting disclosures increased by 33% in 2023, driven by regulatory requirements

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Key Highlights

71% of global banking assets are now covered by sustainability-related policies or commitments
Over $4 trillion in sustainable assets were managed globally in 2023, representing a 20% increase from the previous year
85% of institutional investors consider ESG factors integral to their investment process
More than 60% of the world's largest financial institutions have committed to net-zero targets by 2050
The issuance of green bonds reached a record USD 300 billion in 2023, a 50% increase over 2022
64% of banks have integrated climate risk assessments into their core risk management frameworks
42% of financial services firms have experienced increased investor demand for ESG-related investment products
78% of millennials favor investing in companies with strong environmental and social practices
The ESG funds market size worldwide is projected to reach USD 1.8 trillion by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16%
55% of financial firms report increased revenue from sustainable finance products in 2023
Nearly 70% of bank executives believe that climate change poses a material financial risk to their institution
As of 2023, only 15% of financial institutions disclose their full climate-related financial risk, according to TCFD recommendations
The global ESG investment industry has grown by 34% in the last two years, reaching over USD 2.3 trillion in assets

With over $4 trillion in sustainable assets managed globally in 2023 and more than 70% of financial institutions aligning their strategies with net-zero and climate risk commitments, the finance industry is rapidly transforming into a driving force for global sustainability.

Consumer and Investor Preferences

42% of financial services firms have experienced increased investor demand for ESG-related investment products
78% of millennials favor investing in companies with strong environmental and social practices

Consumer and Investor Preferences Interpretation

With nearly half of financial firms witnessing rising ESG-driven investor demand and a staggering 78% of millennials prioritizing social and environmental responsibility, it's clear that sustainable investing isn't just a trend—it's the future of finance, demanding firms play catch-up or risk losing their competitive edge.

ESG Adoption and Integration

71% of global banking assets are now covered by sustainability-related policies or commitments
85% of institutional investors consider ESG factors integral to their investment process
More than 60% of the world's largest financial institutions have committed to net-zero targets by 2050
64% of banks have integrated climate risk assessments into their core risk management frameworks
48% of retail investors in North America incorporate ESG criteria into their investment decisions
89% of financial professionals believe climate risk will impact credit ratings in the next five years
In 2023, 65% of asset managers have integrated biodiversity or natural capital considerations into their investment processes
76% of insurance companies are incorporating climate change scenarios into their actuarial models
The average ESG score of companies in the S&P 500 increased by 12% between 2020 and 2023, indicating improved sustainability practices
47% of financial firms claim to have established ESG-related training programs for their staff in 2023
69% of pension funds have committed to integrating ESG factors into their investment decision-making processes
82% of investment funds in Europe now include climate risk assessments as part of their due diligence
60% of financial firms believe that integrating sustainability metrics enhances long-term shareholder value
Approximately 90% of financial institutions have policies or strategies aimed at supporting sustainable development goals (SDGs)
82% of asset managers globally have integrated formal climate risk management processes into their operations
67% of financial institutions believe that climate change is the most pressing risk to their business continuity
73% of global central banks have started integrating climate considerations into their monetary policy frameworks
88% of financial services firms recognize climate risk as part of their strategic planning

ESG Adoption and Integration Interpretation

With over 70% of global banking assets now under sustainability policies, nearly all financial professionals recognizing climate risks as paramount, and ESG scores climbing steadily, it’s clear that the finance industry is not just investing in green branding but actually betting on a sustainable future—whether they like it or not.

Financial Performance and Market Impact

Nearly 70% of bank executives believe that climate change poses a material financial risk to their institution
Nearly 45% of banks have reported financial losses linked directly to climate-related risks in the past year
72% of institutional investors believe that sustainable investing provides better risk-adjusted returns over the long term

Financial Performance and Market Impact Interpretation

With nearly 70% of bank executives eyeing climate risks as a financial threat and 45% experiencing losses directly tied to them, it's clear that embracing sustainable investing—favored by 72% of institutional investors—may soon be the only sensible currency for long-term financial resilience.

Market Growth and Investment Trends

Over $4 trillion in sustainable assets were managed globally in 2023, representing a 20% increase from the previous year
The issuance of green bonds reached a record USD 300 billion in 2023, a 50% increase over 2022
The ESG funds market size worldwide is projected to reach USD 1.8 trillion by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16%
55% of financial firms report increased revenue from sustainable finance products in 2023
The global ESG investment industry has grown by 34% in the last two years, reaching over USD 2.3 trillion in assets
The issuance of social bonds increased by 30% in 2023, totaling USD 150 billion globally
Sustainable investment strategies value at USD 1.2 trillion in Asia-Pacific alone as of 2023, rising rapidly
80% of financial institutions intend to boost their green financing portfolios in the next two years
59% of asset owners now prioritize climate change mitigation in their investment policies
The volume of sustainable asset-backed securities issued globally was approximately USD 200 billion in 2023, a 25% increase from 2022
As of 2023, global sustainable finance assets are projected to reach USD 3 trillion by 2025, a growth of 50% from 2022
The share of green stocks in global equity markets increased by 15% in 2023, reflecting rising investor interest in sustainability
The volume of ESG-related M&A transactions increased by 22% in 2023, valued at over USD 250 billion globally
The number of sustainable finance certifications available globally increased by 35% in 2023, indicating growing demand for ESG expertise
55% of financial services companies plan to increase their investments in green technology and infrastructure in the next three years
The global renewable energy investment reached USD 550 billion in 2023, up by 28% from 2022, essential for sustainable finance
Around 40% of ESG funds are actively managed, with the remainder being passively managed, reflecting a shift in investment strategies
The size of the global impact investment market exceeded USD 150 billion in 2023, with Asia-Pacific leading the growth

Market Growth and Investment Trends Interpretation

With over $4 trillion in sustainable assets managed globally and green bond issuance soaring by 50% to a record $300 billion in 2023, the finance industry is not just investing—it's pivoting sharply towards a greener, more responsible future, proving that sustainability is no longer a side note but the main act in global finance.

Regulatory Developments and Standards

As of 2023, only 15% of financial institutions disclose their full climate-related financial risk, according to TCFD recommendations
The EU's sustainable finance regulation has prompted over 80% of European financial institutions to review their sustainability credentials
Over 70% of stock exchanges worldwide have adopted ESG reporting guidelines or principles
65% of financial stakeholders agree that climate-related disclosures should be mandatory across the finance industry
58% of financial regulators worldwide are developing or have implemented guidelines for climate risk disclosure
The number of companies issuing sustainability-reporting disclosures increased by 33% in 2023, driven by regulatory requirements

Regulatory Developments and Standards Interpretation

Despite widespread regulatory momentum and increasing disclosure rates, only 15% of financial institutions are fully revealing their climate-related risks, highlighting a critical gap between regulatory expectations and actual transparency in the finance industry.