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A research paper by the Climate Policy Initiative evaluating the integration of methane abatement into the transition plans of 10 leading banks and institutional investors, finding limited overall action and a significant gap in agrifood sector coverage.

The report examines the limitations of financed emissions as the primary metric for financial institutions (FIs) to align capital with a net-zero economy by 2050, suggesting a hybrid approach that combines portfolio-level tracking with actionable indicators and corporate transition assessments.

This research paper examines the methods for emissions accounting, target setting, and disclosure within Canada's agricultural portfolios, highlighting the role of financial institutions in supporting the transition to net-zero emissions.

This briefing by RMI's Center for Climate-Aligned Finance analyzes the 2050 net-zero commitments announced by four major US banks—Bank of America, Citi, Goldman Sachs, and Wells Fargo—comparing their early-stage plans, disclosure timelines, and organizational approaches to climate alignment.