SCRF is an independent research, policy advisory, and thought leadership institution at the forefront of carbon markets, sustainable finance, and climate policy. We inform the decisions that move capital, shape regulation, and build credible markets, at scale.
We are an independent research, policy advisory, and thought leadership institution, one of the leading global authorities on sustainable finance, transition finance, and carbon markets. Our work informs how governments, regulators, financial institutions, and corporates navigate the defining economic transition of our era, with particular depth across Asia and emerging market economies.
From market architecture and Article 6 implementation to credit typologies, additionality standards, and MRV frameworks, we provide rigorous, independent analysis of how carbon markets are structured, governed, and trusted. Our work serves as a reference point for policymakers, standard-setters, and institutional participants shaping the next generation of credible carbon markets globally.
Learn moreWe cover the full architecture of climate-aligned capital, green and blue bonds, sustainability-linked instruments, transition finance taxonomies, blended finance structures, and the disclosure and impact measurement frameworks that give investors confidence. Our research and advisory work directly supports institutions deploying capital where financial returns and climate outcomes are not in conflict.
Learn moreWe deliver authoritative, independent analysis of national climate commitments, carbon pricing mechanisms, and the evolving regulatory landscape, including domestic carbon credit architectures, transition planning mandates, and emerging compliance regimes across Asia and the Global South. We track what governments are committing to, and hold that against what the science and economics actually demand.
Learn moreWe translate research into consequence. Through structured policy engagement, program design, and direct advisory mandates, we work with governments, regulators, development finance institutions, and leading corporates on net-zero transition strategy, carbon market policy, and sustainable finance architecture.
Learn moreIISF is the education, credentialing, and capacity building arm of SCRF, dedicated to establishing the professional standard for sustainable finance practice worldwide. Through the Chartered Sustainable Finance Professional (CSFP) designation and a growing suite of executive programmes, IISF equips practitioners, institutions, and policymakers with the rigour, frameworks, and credentials that the global transition to sustainable finance demands.
The CSFP designation and structured executive programmes for finance professionals, institutions, and regulators seeking rigorous, globally recognised credentials in sustainable finance.
Practitioner-focused research, market intelligence, and policy briefs that translate SCRF's institutional knowledge into actionable insight for professionals and decision-makers.
A global programme of convenings, from expert webinars to high-level regional dialogues, building community, advancing discourse, and connecting practitioners across markets.
Institutional partnerships with universities, exchanges, regulators, and professional bodies worldwide to advance sustainable finance education, standards, and market development.
Shaping the architecture of India's domestic carbon market, from CCTS framework design to sector-level MRV standards and registry interoperability. Direct engagement with MoEFCC, BEE, and TERI.
Read moreMobilising domestic and international green capital toward India's climate priorities. Engaging with SEBI, RBI, and Ministry of Finance on green taxonomy, disclosure norms, and sovereign green bonds.
Read moreHelping India's 63 million MSMEs access sustainability finance, generate carbon credit revenues, and navigate green transition requirements in export supply chains.
Read moreAdvancing carbon market development, transition finance architecture, and climate policy frameworks across emerging economies in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Engaging with multilateral institutions, regional development banks, and sovereign policymakers to ensure the Global South shapes, and benefits from, the global carbon and sustainable finance agenda.
Read moreA research-led public webinar examining green bond issuances, sustainability-linked loan activity, and emerging opportunities for domestic and international investors in India's sustainable finance market.
An invitation-only technical roundtable with government officials from BEE and MoEFCC, industry representatives from covered sectors, and independent MRV experts.
Our flagship annual gathering bringing together 350+ investors, policymakers, researchers, and market practitioners to shape India's sustainable capital agenda. New Delhi, November 2026.