ESG & Responsible Finance
Trade Finance with
Purpose and Integrity
As an independent trade finance advisory firm, Fectomoyal Mendycalio recognises that the transactions we facilitate have real-world consequences. Our ESG framework governs client selection, mandate structuring, and our own operations.
2024 Impact Metrics
Measuring What Matters
68%
ESG-Screened Mandates
Of all 2024 mandates passed through ESG screening
$1.2B
Sustainable Trade Facilitated
In green and sustainable trade finance since 2020
34
Emerging Market SMEs
Supported with advisory access in 2024
100%
ESG-Trained Staff
Annual compliance and ESG training completion rate
Our ESG Framework
Three Pillars, One Commitment
Financing a Sustainable Economy
We actively prioritise mandates that support the global economy's transition to a lower-carbon structure. We advise on trade finance structures for renewable energy projects, clean technology exports, and sustainable commodity supply chains.
- Green trade finance structuring
- Renewable energy export credit advisory
- Environmental due diligence on all mandates
- Alignment with TCFD disclosure principles
Responsible Trade, Inclusive Growth
International trade can lift communities and create shared prosperity — but only when conducted responsibly. We apply ILO core labour standards and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights as baseline requirements in our advisory work.
- ILO labour standards compliance screening
- UN Guiding Principles on Business & Human Rights
- SME access to trade finance advisory
- Diversity and inclusion within our own firm
Integrity at Every Level
As an independent advisory firm, our governance framework is built on the principle that our advice must always serve the client's interest — free from conflicts of interest, institutional pressure, or undisclosed relationships. We operate strict AML and sanctions compliance procedures.
- Conflict of interest policy and annual review
- AML / KYC / sanctions screening on all clients
- Swiss regulatory alignment (FINMA standards)
- Transparent fee disclosure on all mandates
Our ESG Journey
Initiatives & Milestones
2020
2020
ESG Screening Framework Launched
A formal pre-mandate ESG screening process was introduced for all new client mandates, covering environmental impact, social risk, and governance standards.
2021
2021
Green Trade Finance Practice Established
Dedicated advisory capacity was built for renewable energy export credit, clean technology trade finance, and sustainability-linked supply chain structures.
2022
2022
Emerging Market SME Access Programme
A structured programme was launched to provide advisory access at reduced thresholds for qualifying SME exporters and importers in Sub-Saharan Africa and Central Asia.
2023
2023
Annual ESG Statement — First Publication
Our first annual ESG statement was published, covering firm-level environmental footprint, social initiatives, and governance disclosures, aligned with GRI Standards.
2024
2024
TCFD Alignment & Climate Risk Integration
TCFD-aligned climate risk assessment was integrated into our mandate screening process, with specific focus on physical and transition risk in commodity and energy trade corridors.
2025
2025
Critical Minerals & Energy Transition Advisory
Advisory capacity is being expanded in critical mineral supply chains — lithium, cobalt, rare earth elements — to support the financing of energy transition trade flows under responsible sourcing standards.
2026
2026
Gender-Lens Trade Finance Initiative
A gender-lens advisory framework is being developed in partnership with multilateral development banks to identify and support women-led exporters and importers in emerging markets.
2030 Targets
Our Commitment to Sustainable Finance
$5B+
Sustainable Trade Facilitated
Cumulative green and sustainability-linked trade finance advisory by 2030
50%
ESG-Aligned Mandate Share
Proportion of annual mandates meeting full ESG alignment criteria
Net Zero
Firm Operations
Carbon-neutral firm operations through offset and reduction programmes
100
Emerging Market SMEs Supported
Cumulative SME clients supported through our access programme
Core Commitments
ESG in Practice
ESG Mandate Screening
Every new client mandate is assessed against our ESG screening framework before engagement. Transactions involving sanctioned jurisdictions, prohibited commodities, or activities inconsistent with our environmental and social standards are declined.
Sustainable Trade Corridors
We are actively building advisory capacity in sustainable trade corridors including green hydrogen, critical minerals for the energy transition, and agricultural supply chains certified to international sustainability standards.
Transparency & Reporting
We are committed to publishing an annual ESG statement covering the firm's environmental footprint, social initiatives, and governance practices. We align our reporting with GRI Standards and the TCFD framework where applicable.
Culture of Compliance
Our compliance function operates independently of our advisory teams. All staff receive annual training on AML, sanctions, bribery and corruption, and ESG risk. Our compliance policies are reviewed annually by external advisors.
Discuss Sustainable Trade Finance
Contact our team to discuss ESG-aligned trade finance structuring or advisory on sustainability-focused transactions.
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