ESG financing instruments in the context of sustainable development of regional infrastructure

Abstract

The work proves the importance of the ESG approach in implementing the goals and objectives of the sustainable development strategy of a modern bank, which is an integral element of its overall strategy. Attention is paid to the basic tools and principles of responsible financing in the practice of Russian credit institutions. It has been proven that, following their own model of corporate social responsibility, banks participate in the development of infrastructure, industries and areas of activity at the regional level, helping to increase the investment attractiveness of territories and their spatial development.