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Sustainable Finance
Climate, ESG Private Finance

Sustainable Finance for Funds & Sponsors

Supporting funds and sponsor clients through the development and implementation of their sustainable finance strategies

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How we could support your business

Discover how we could help you navigate the complexities of climate and sustainability with confidence. Based in London and supported by teams in the Netherlands, Singapore, and the US, we bring you specialised expertise tailored to your sector and local market. Over the past five years, we’ve worked alongside funds and sponsors of all sizes, supporting their goals in sustainable finance, reporting, investor relations, and more.

You benefit from our partnership approach – drawing on insights from NatWest Group and our hands-on experience in topics like transition planning, decarbonisation, and financial inclusion.

Whether you’re just starting your sustainability journey or advancing established strategies, we’re here as a trusted partner, ready to support your teams at every level.

Our holistic proposition enables us to support you wherever you are on your sustainable finance journey:

Advisory

Delivering tailored advice and market intelligence to help embed Climate & Sustainability into your investment and funding strategy.

Strategic sustainable finance advisory

Partner with us as you navigate the evolving landscape of sustainable finance. Together, we'll support you through every stage – from product development and financing to reporting and ESG ratings. With our extensive market networks, you gain tailored investor insights, expert guidance for decarbonisation planning, and a clear path to deliver long-term value through effective sustainability integration.

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Sustainable finance frameworks

You want your sustainable financing efforts to stand out with clarity and credibility. That’s why we’re here to help you shape your sustainable finance framework – so you can communicate your ambitions transparently and confidently to investors. Together, we’ll guide you through the process and connect you with an independent second party opinion provider, ensuring your sustainable finance story is both robust and trusted.

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Regulatory and policy support

You can count on us to help you navigate the evolving landscape of sustainability regulation. We closely monitor changes across global jurisdictions and provide clear, practical guidance tailored for Funds & Sponsors. With us, you gain a reliable partner invested in making regulatory compliance manageable and straightforward.

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Sustainable financing and structuring

Finding and developing sustainable solutions to fuel your investment and funding strategies

Funds financing

When you’re looking to secure flexible, sustainable financing for your fund, you want a partner who understands your unique goals. Our team works alongside you to structure tailored financing solutions and coordinate the entire process with syndicate banks.

Whether you’re considering Investor Bridge Loan Facilities (IBLF/subscription lines), Net Asset Value (NAV) loans, or asset-backed committed facilities, we’re here to support you at every step—so you can focus on what matters most: growing your investments with confidence.

Securitised products

Looking for innovative ways to finance your growth while supporting sustainable goals? We work alongside you to design, structure, and deliver ESG-focused securitisation solutions tailored to your needs.

By leveraging a range of financing options – including Asset-Backed Securities (ABS), Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS), Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS), Collateralised Loan Obligations (CLO), and Specialty Lender Warehouse facilities – we help you unlock value from your assets and diversify your funding sources.

Commercial Real Estate financing

Looking to align your real estate investments with your sustainability priorities? We partner with you to thoughtfully integrate environmental, social, and governance considerations into your portfolio.

Our approach to back leverage solutions, including CRE Loan-on-Loan, is designed to support your long-term goals, helping you move forward with confidence.

Repo and risk transformation

When you’re looking for sustainable solutions to manage your short-term liquidity needs, you deserve a partner who understands both your financial goals and your values.

In 2021, we supported clients like you by facilitating our first ESG-linked repo, and since then we’ve continued to explore innovative, responsible approaches to repo and risk transformation.

Hedging

We’re here to support you in navigating key market risks – such as interest rates and inflation – with sustainability-linked derivatives designed for your needs.

As your trusted partner, we help you create resilient strategies that align with your values, giving you the confidence to manage exposures effectively and responsibly.

Significant Risk Transfers

Looking for a smarter way to manage risk in your renewable and sustainable portfolios? With us, you gain a trusted partner who connects you to global investors through tailored Significant Risk Transfers (SRTs).

In 2024, we collaborated with Nuveen and Christofferson Robb & Company to deliver an SRT solution referencing a diverse portfolio of renewable energy project finance loans. Our approach gives you access to innovative funding and deep expertise, supporting your goals for growth and impact in the transition to a low-carbon future.

Private placements

Discover sustainable funding options tailored to your needs. With our expertise in private placement, you can access a range of flexible solutions across various tenors, sectors, and structures.

We connect you with global investors and help diversify your funding platform, supporting your long-term growth as a reliable partner on your financial journey.

Carbon and nature credits

Discover Carbonplace, the innovative global network co-founded by NatWest to make certified carbon and nature credit transactions simple, transparent, and secure.

As your trusted partner, we're here to help you shape your carbon management strategy with confidence and clarity, so you can achieve your sustainability goals with relative ease.

Sustainable finance content and insights

To keep you informed on your journey, our sustainable finance specialists break down the latest regulatory updates, investor trends, and changes in reporting and ESG ratings. You’ll have access to timely insights, in-depth thought leadership, and flagships such as events, webinars, and podcasts – all aimed at helping you make informed and future‑focused decisions.

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