Financial education for environmental sustainability

The Bank of Italy has developed thematic learning modules based entirely on multimedia materials available online. These resources are designed for upper secondary school students.

Environmental sustainability is at the heart of policy initiatives across the globe. The transition to more sustainable models of development is closely linked to the rapid growth of sustainable finance. This thematic module offers an economic perspective on climate change, transition policies, and sustainable finance.

Go to the learning module (only in Italian).

At a glance:

1. The environment as a global public good

• The environment is a global public good which can be enjoyed by everyone without exclusion and generates positive effects for the entire planet.
• It is subject to both favourable and unfavourable external factors.

2. Climate transition requires a collective effort

• Environmentally sustainable development depends on the active engagement of all actors: governments, civil society and the private sector.

3. Individual consumption choices play a crucial role in driving system-wide change.

4. Significant investment is needed to support the transition.

• The move towards more sustainable development models goes hand in hand with the expansion of sustainable finance. This approach to finance takes into account environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors when making investment decisions.