ING, the global wholesale bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Keyes as the new Head of Sustainable Finance for the Middle East region.
This newly created role underlines the Bank’s commitment to advancing sustainable finance and environmental management in one of the world’s most dynamic regions.
Jonathan Keyes has over 14 years of experience in sustainability and corporate responsibility, having previously held senior roles at HSBC, JP Morgan, Environmental Resource Management (ERM) and Arrow Energy in Australia, Hong Kong and the UAE. did.
In this new role, Jonathan Keyes will lead the bank’s sustainability efforts, integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into its client offerings and developing sustainable financial solutions in the Middle East region. The focus will be on promotion.
Sebastian Fredericks, head of ING’s Middle East division, said: “Building on our strategic pillars of delivering great value for our customers and putting sustainability at the heart of our business, we are excited to welcome Jonathan Keyes to our Middle East team. “I am doing so,” he said. “Jonathan’s extensive experience and passion for sustainability will help advance our mission to support sustainable development and create long-term value for our clients.”
Jonathan will be responsible for developing sustainable financial solutions for the bank’s customers and supporting the bank’s sustainability strategy in line with its global goals. Jonathan will also work closely with clients to help them achieve their sustainability goals.
Jonathan Keyes, Head of Sustainable Finance, Middle East, said: “I am excited to join ING and lead our sustainability efforts in the Middle East.” “We look forward to working with our clients and stakeholders to advance environmental and social outcomes and support the region’s low-carbon transition efforts in a fair and orderly manner.”
ING has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, which is at the heart of how the company operates, as demonstrated by its climate change progress update. This is one way ING reports on the steps it takes to become a leader in accelerating climate change. Low carbon transition.
ING also does this through financing. This means working with clients on their journey to net zero, funding the technology and solutions needed for a sustainable future. ING is also finding new ways to help people stay ahead of climate change, because the global transition requires everyone’s participation.
ING’s senior leadership is committed to both local and collective action and was keen to emphasize this message when they attended the United Nations Climate Summit (COP28) in Dubai.
This is also demonstrated in the Middle East by the ground-breaking sustainability frameworks and deals that ING has supported with sovereign wealth funds, regional banks, large corporate clients and industry champions. Jonathan Keyes’ appointment strengthens the bank’s dedication to becoming a leader in sustainable finance and contributing to a more sustainable future.
