B3

This award is bestowed upon B3 for its exceptional commitment to facilitating transactions that directly drive decarbonisation, thereby contributing to the establishment of a comprehensive and secure market infrastructure. As one of the world's leading financial market infrastructures, B3 meticulously extends beyond its traditional role by actively integrating robust sustainability and carbon considerations into its operational frameworks and diverse offerings.

Its leadership is particularly evident in the astute creation and proactive management of pivotal indices, such as the Carbon Efficient Index (ICO2 B3). This innovative index provides crucial transparency on the carbon footprint of listed companies and demonstrably encourages strategic investment in those entities exhibiting superior environmental performance. This vital initiative not only profoundly promotes sustainable business practices but also significantly enhances ease of access and robust security for investors keen to participate in the burgeoning net-zero economy. B3 consistently demonstrates an impressive innovative capacity by adapting its services to decisively propel the nascent carbon market and the broader landscape of green finance.

This distinguished recognition celebrates B3's outstanding excellence in fostering an environment that rigorously promotes trust and efficiency in decarbonisation-related financial transactions, thereby aligning seamlessly with overarching global sustainability objectives and actively accelerating the development of a more robust and resilient carbon market.