Sustainable Finance Scheme

The Sustainable Finance Scheme programme is intended to introduce mid- to senior-level management to domestic and international developments in sustainable/green finance, emerging trends, new opportunities, and unexpected risks in financing “green” projects, as well as methods by which their organisations may take environmental considerations into account and integrate them into financial solutions.

Overview of Sustainable Finance Scheme

Name	Sustainable Finance Scheme
Launch year	2015
Launched by	Government of India
Nodal Ministry	Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
Sector	Central sector scheme
Status	Active
Objective	providing funds for the development of projects that help in energy efficiency and cleaner production.
Official website	https://www.startupindia.gov.in/content/sih/en/government-schemes/sustainable-finance-scheme.html

Objective and Benefits of Sustainable Finance Scheme

•New or existing MSME units would be qualified for assistance under the programme under the definition established under the MSMED (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development) Act of 2006.

•Existing units must have a positive performance record, be in good financial standing, and not be in arrears with institutions or banks.

•According to the internal credit rating methodology, the units must have a minimum credit rating of investment grade or its equivalent.

FAQ’s Frequently Asked Questions

Question-

Which global association is associated with a sustainable finance scheme?

Answer-

G20 nations

During the meeting, G20 nations sought for a sustainable international financing scheme, aimed to protect countries against future pandemic and reduce gaps in the health systems in the member countries.