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ESG and Sustainable Advisory Services

We partner with clients to embed robust ESG practices into finance, investment, and project development activities, improving risk management, unlocking sustainable finance opportunities, and contributing to real-world environmental and social impact

Our Cross-Cutting Approach

Tshutsumetso takes a pragmatic and actionable approach grounded in:

Practical application of global ESG frameworks tailored for emerging markets.

Strong focus on commercial realities to ensure ESG enhances, not hinders, project success.

Deep understanding of infrastructure, energy, natural resources, and blended finance sectors.

Equator Principles (EP) Implementation and Advisory

  • End-to-end support for applying EP4 in project finance, including E&S due diligence and compliance.
  • Development of internal EP frameworks, tools, and training for financial institutions.
  • Strategic engagement with the Equator Principles Association and relevant working groups.

IFC Performance Standards
Alignment

  • Advisory on implementing IFC Environmental & Social Standards, including ESAP development.
  • E&S due diligence, monitoring, and reporting support.
  • Training to embed IFC PS into project evaluation and management.

OECD Common Approaches and Sector Guidelines

  • Compliance support for Export Credit Agencies (ECAs) and financiers applying OECD’s “Common Approaches” to E&S due diligence.
  • Guidance on sector-specific requirements (e.g., hydropower, extractives, infrastructure).

Sustainable Finance Taxonomies and Disclosure Frameworks

  • Advisory on EU Taxonomy Regulation alignment for sustainable finance classification.
  • Support with ISSB (International Sustainability Standards Board) reporting requirements.
  • Assistance with CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) and SFDR (Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation) compliance.
  • Guidance on emerging taxonomies in key African jurisdictions.

Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) and Investment (PRI) Integration

  • Integration of UNEP FI’s Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) into corporate ESG and credit policies.
  • Strategic support for aligning investment processes with the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI).

Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and TNFD

  • Climate risk and nature risk integration into financial decision-making.
  • Scenario analysis, materiality assessment, and transition/physical risk evaluation for TCFD and TNFD reporting.

    Green, Social, Sustainability-Linked and Transition Finance Advisory

    • Structuring and advisory for Green Bonds, Sustainability-Linked Loans (SLLs), and other ESG-linked financial instruments.
    • Second-party opinion (SPO) preparation support and alignment with ICMA Principles.

    E&S Risk Framework Development and Capacity Building

    • Design and implementation of Environmental and Social Risk Management (ESRM) frameworks across institutions.
    • Development of tools, templates, guidance notes, and training programs to operationalize ESG frameworks.
    • Internal audit support for assessing ESG framework effectiveness and improvement.

    Post-Transaction Monitoring and ESG Assurance

    • Support for monitoring compliance with E&S conditions post-financial close.
    • Independent review of Environmental and Social Action Plan (ESAP) implementation.
    • Advisory on remediation, stakeholder engagement, and performance improvement.
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