Author name: Sohayb Fahli Laout

Part 2 of our 3-part series on Sustainable Finance. a. Islamic Finance and its Link to Sustainability Islamic finance is founded on principles of fairness, ethical investing, and social welfare, which naturally align with the goals of sustainable development. Prohibiting interest (riba) and speculative activities (gharar), Islamic finance promotes risk-sharing, social justice, and investment in […]

Part 1 of our 3-part series on Sustainable Finance. Sustainable finance, defined as the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into financial decisions, plays a critical role in addressing global challenges like climate change and social inequality. With ESG-focused investing becoming a significant trend, financial institutions worldwide are steering investments toward projects that