Standard Chartered has announced the appointment of Roger Charles as the new Head of Sustainability Initiatives, Coverage, within its Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) team. With over 25 years of experience in environmental, social, and climate risk roles, Charles will be instrumental in advancing the bank’s sustainability agenda. Previously at DBS Bank, he was pivotal in shaping sustainable finance and the net zero vision across the region. His career also includes roles at DuPont Sustainable Solutions and Tullow Oil.
Based in Singapore, Charles will report to Stella Choe, Global Head of Corporate Coverage. His responsibilities include supporting CIB’s coverage and product partners and collaborating with the Group Sustainability team to help clients meet their sustainability objectives. This appointment aligns with Standard Chartered’s ambitious targets of achieving at least $1 billion in annual sustainable finance income by 2025 and mobilising $300 billion in green and transition finance by 2030.
Stella Choe commented, “Scaling sustainable finance remains a key priority for the Bank. Our commitment to sustainability underpins the way we do business, whilst enabling us to drive long-term value for our clients. I’m confident that Roger’s extensive knowledge and experience will be an asset in supporting the continued growth of our sustainable finance franchise.”
This strategic move underscores Standard Chartered’s dedication to sustainability as it seeks to enhance its sustainable finance offerings and support clients in their transition towards greener practices.
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