Introduction

Climate Finance in Banking is rapidly becoming a strategic priority as financial institutions align with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) frameworks, sustainable finance principles, and net-zero transition goals. Banks are increasingly required to integrate climate risk management, green lending strategies, and carbon accounting practices into their operations to comply with global regulatory expectations such as TCFD, IFRS S2, and Basel climate risk guidelines. Climate Finance in Banking Training Course equips banking professionals with cutting-edge knowledge on climate-related financial disclosures, green asset financing, and sustainable investment decision-making.

As climate change continues to reshape global economies, banks must play a pivotal role in mobilizing capital toward low-carbon and climate-resilient projects. This program explores practical approaches to climate risk modeling, green bonds structuring, and sustainable portfolio optimization, enabling institutions to enhance resilience while unlocking new revenue streams. Participants will gain insights into climate stress testing, transition risk analysis, and impact measurement frameworks, ensuring alignment with global sustainability trends and stakeholder expectations.

Programme Curriculum

Climate Finance in Banking Training Course

Introduction
Climate Finance in Banking is rapidly becoming a strategic priority as financial institutions align with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) frameworks, sustainable finance principles, and net-zero transition goals. Banks are increasingly required to integrate climate risk management, green lending strategies, and carbon accounting practices into their operations to comply with global regulatory expectations such as TCFD, IFRS S2, and Basel climate risk guidelines. Climate Finance in Banking Training Course equips banking professionals with cutting-edge knowledge on climate-related financial disclosures, green asset financing, and sustainable investment decision-making.

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand climate finance frameworks and ESG integration strategies
Analyze physical and transition climate risks in banking portfolios
Implement TCFD-aligned climate risk disclosure practices
Design green lending and sustainable credit policies
Evaluate carbon footprint and financed emissions metrics
Apply climate stress testing and scenario analysis models
Structure green bonds and sustainable finance instruments
Integrate sustainability into credit risk assessment models
Develop net-zero banking strategies and transition roadmaps
Assess climate-related regulatory compliance requirements
Optimize climate-aligned investment portfolios
Measure impact finance outcomes and ESG performance KPIs
Leverage digital tools for climate data analytics and reporting

Target Audience

Risk Management Professionals
Credit Analysts and Loan Officers
Treasury and Investment Managers
ESG and Sustainability Officers
Compliance and Regulatory Professionals
Corporate Banking Executives
Financial Analysts and Portfolio Managers
Senior Bank Executives and Decision-Makers

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Climate Finance

Overview of climate finance ecosystem
ESG principles and sustainable banking
Global climate agreements and frameworks
Role of banks in climate transition
Introduction to green finance products
Case Study: Financing renewable energy projects in emerging markets

Module 2: Climate Risk Identification and Assessment

Physical vs transition risks
Climate risk drivers in banking
Risk mapping methodologies
Sectoral exposure analysis
Risk data sourcing techniques
Case Study: Climate risk exposure in agriculture lending

Module 3: Climate Risk Measurement and Modeling

Climate scenario analysis
Stress testing frameworks
Quantitative risk modeling techniques
Data challenges in climate analytics
Risk metrics and KPIs
Case Study: Climate stress testing for mortgage portfolios

Module 4: Regulatory Frameworks and Compliance

TCFD and IFRS sustainability standards
Basel climate risk principles
Local and global regulatory requirements
Climate disclosure practices
Compliance reporting frameworks
Case Study: Bank implementing TCFD disclosures

Module 5: Green Financing and Sustainable Products

Green loans and sustainability-linked loans
Green bonds structuring
ESG investment strategies
Climate-aligned financial products
Pricing mechanisms for green assets
Case Study: Issuance of green bonds by commercial banks

Module 6: Climate Risk Integration in Credit Processes

ESG scoring in credit appraisal
Climate-adjusted credit ratings
Risk-based pricing strategies
Portfolio risk diversification
Integration into loan approval workflows
Case Study: ESG integration in SME lending

Module 7: Net-Zero Banking and Transition Planning

Net-zero commitments and strategies
Transition risk management
Decarbonization pathways
Sector-specific transition planning
Stakeholder engagement strategies
Case Study: Bank achieving net-zero portfolio targets

Module 8: Climate Data, Reporting, and Digital Tools

Climate data management systems
ESG reporting platforms
AI and big data in climate analytics
Impact measurement frameworks
Dashboard development for decision-making
Case Study: Digital ESG reporting transformation

Training Methodology

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Climate Finance Sustainable Banking ESG Risk Management Green Finance

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 26 2026

26 Oct — 30 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000