Preparing Your Business for Financing: ESG and E&S Requirements of Banks and International Investors

07/ 09/ 2026

https://youtu.be/WgL4Ni7Qxmk The meeting “Preparing Your Business for Financing: ESG and E&S Requirements of Banks and International Investors” brought together business representatives and experts to discuss evolving approaches to company assessment when seeking financing. The event focused on ESG and E&S criteria, which are increasingly becoming an important part of decision-making processes for banks, international financial institutions and investors. During the meeting, participants explored how companies can assess their ESG/E&S readiness, understand the requirements that may arise at different stages of the financing process, and identify key areas to address before entering discussions with potential lenders or investors. Particular attention was paid to Environmental & Social Due Diligence, E&S/ESG screening, and the key environmental and social risks that may affect a company’s access to financing. The discussion also covered common gaps in companies’ documentation and internal processes that may be identified during due diligence, as well as how proactive preparation can make the financing process more predictable and efficient. Participants discussed practical approaches to meeting the expectations of Ukrainian banks and international investorsand highlighted the importance of moving from a reactive response to individual requirements towards a systematic approach to ESG/E&S management and readiness. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange practical insights and discuss how ESG and E&S considerations can be integrated into business processes and become an important part of a company’s preparation for future investment and financing opportunities.

The meeting “Preparing Your Business for Financing: ESG and E&S Requirements of Banks and International Investors” brought together business representatives and experts to discuss evolving approaches to company assessment when seeking financing. The event focused on ESG and E&S criteria, which are increasingly becoming an important part of decision-making processes for banks, international financial institutions and investors.

During the meeting, participants explored how companies can assess their ESG/E&S readiness, understand the requirements that may arise at different stages of the financing process, and identify key areas to address before entering discussions with potential lenders or investors. Particular attention was paid to Environmental & Social Due Diligence, E&S/ESG screening, and the key environmental and social risks that may affect a company’s access to financing.

The discussion also covered common gaps in companies’ documentation and internal processes that may be identified during due diligence, as well as how proactive preparation can make the financing process more predictable and efficient. Participants discussed practical approaches to meeting the expectations of Ukrainian banks and international investorsand highlighted the importance of moving from a reactive response to individual requirements towards a systematic approach to ESG/E&S management and readiness.

The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange practical insights and discuss how ESG and E&S considerations can be integrated into business processes and become an important part of a company’s preparation for future investment and financing opportunities.