EU policy
The European Union has long been a leader in sustainable finance policy. From its 2018 Action Plan on Sustainable Finance to the European Green Deal and the Clean Industrial Deal, it aims to transition to a competitive, innovative and resilient net-zero economy.
To achieve this goal, the EU requires €750-800 billion in yearly investments, mostly from private finance. However, as the EU works to simplify its sustainable finance regulations, there is concern this may cause regulatory uncertainty and limit access to consistent sustainability data - potentially hindering investors in supporting the transition.
The PRI's EU 2030 Roadmap offers recommendations to enhance coherent and reliable sustainable finance regulations. Priorities include corporate and investor disclosure, due diligence, the EU Taxonomy, stewardship, and science-based climate, nature and transition policy. Additionally, the PRI actively contributes as a member of the EU Platform for Sustainable Finance, driving regulatory improvements and responsible investment practices.
Together with signatories, the PRI engages with EU policymakers to advance the European Green Deal, a strong sustainable finance framework, and an equitable, competitive, net-zero economy.
Key publications
Latest policy engagements
PRI response to call for evidence on the EU Taxonomy climate and environmental delegated acts
The European Commission has launched a four-week call for evidence ahead of its upcoming review of EU Taxonomy technical screening criteria. The review will aim to make targeted amendments to clarify the criteria, improve definitions, remove disproportionate requirements, and improve consistency with recent legislation.
PRI reaction to European Commission's revision of the SFDR
The European Commission has published the long-awaited revision of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR)
Joint letter responding to revised European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)
Issued in response to EFRAG’s review of the ESRS, this joint statement highlights the importance of maintaining disclosures on anticipated financial effects to ensure investors have access to decision-useful information.
Joint business and investor statement calling for an effective implementation of the Clean Industrial Deal
The PRI joins more than 130 companies, investors and business associations in calling for a Clean Industrial Deal that strengthens economic resilience, competitiveness, and transition investments.
PRI response to EFRAG consultation on ESRS simplification
The PRI welcomes the opportunity to respond to EFRAG’s consultation on revised ESRS.
In the press
21 February 2025Environmental Finance | Safeguarding the EU's sustainable finance framework is critical for its competitiveness
12 June 2024Environmental Finance | Success of far-right won't hollow out EU Green Deal, PRI says
17 April 2024Environmental Finance | How to make CSDD fit for purpose: The investor perspective
5 March 2024IPE | EU told all financial products should report on sustainability
5 March 2024Responsible Investor | EU should introduce wide-ranging stewardship regulation, says PRI
6 March 2024 Portfolio Adviser | PRI calls on EU to enhance responsible investment policies with six priorities
January 2024 IPE News | What the EU’s new due diligence law means for investors
13 October 2023 Financial News | UN sustainability policy boss wants to keep EU green rules: ‘No one wants go back to square one’
12 September 2023 Financial Times | EU legislators vote to sharply increase bloc’s renewable energy target
1 August 2023 IPE | PRI welcomes Commission ESRS adoption but calls for clear materiality assessments
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EU taxonomy implementation
This webinar is aimed at practitioners involved in making EU taxonomy disclosures. The session will provide an overview of the PRI’s latest research on how investors are approaching taxonomy implementation. It will also include a panel discussion with practitioners and policy experts, followed by a Q&A session. Panellists will discuss ...
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A Legal Framework for Impact
It is crucial that assessing and accounting for sustainability impact becomes a core part of investment activity. That’s why PRI, UNEP FI and The Generation Foundation are leading our work programme “A Legal Framework for Impact.”
- The PRI is an investor initiative in partnership with UNEP Finance Initiative and UN Global Compact.
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