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Eric Lim's Sustainability Start
- Eric Lim began sustainability work as an extracurricular activity during finance duties triggered by new regulations in Singapore around 2016-2017.
- His early involvement changed his view of sustainability from CSR to vital business integration and responsible capitalism.
Deliver, Don't Just Talk Sustainability
- Sustainability needs to transition from passion to delivery, focusing on what scales and is commercially viable.
- Anti-ESG sentiment separates what works like green industrial policy versus less effective sustainability efforts.
Bank's Role in Sustainable Finance
- Banks must support economies sustainably by financing client transitions from high-carbon to low-carbon models.
- Use the balance sheet to enable sustainable economic development aligned with client needs across sectors and countries.