Danish FSA to crack down on greenwashing at banks and pension companies

The financial watch dog's boss thinks a dedicated team of 20-30 people is needed to fight greenwashing at financial companies. To compare, there are 21 people on the money laundering team.
Photo: Lars Krabbe/IND
Photo: Lars Krabbe/IND
BY JAKOB MARTINI, TRANSLATED BY CATHERINE BRETT

While banks and companies throw around terms like green investment products and climate goals, the Danish FSA (Finanstilsynet) is ready to assemble a new team to keep a watchful eye on the promises to save the planet.

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