Building a Sustainable Inclusive and Transparent Crypto Industry
The CryptoUK ESG Working Group was established to address key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges and opportunities in the digital asset sector. With a focus on sustainability, inclusion, and regulatory reporting, the group meets regularly to explore regulatory developments, highlight innovative initiatives, and drive industry-wide ESG adoption. Through collaboration and advocacy, it aims to raise awareness of ESG principles, promote pragmatic regulation, encourage consistent adoption, and accelerate recognition of the sector’s positive ESG contributions. Smaller sub-groups may be formed to tackle specific emerging topics identified by members.
Working Group Leads
Elena Tzvetinova
Chief Operating Officer
Eunice
Chrislyn Pereira
Commercial / Operational
Eunice
Primary Objectives
Raise Awareness of ESG Principles
Educate industry stakeholders on ESG best practices, trends, and regulatory expectations.
Advocate for Pragmatic ESG Regulation
Engage with policymakers to shape balanced, effective ESG regulations for digital assets.
Promote Consistent ESG Adoption
Encourage firms to integrate ESG principles in a meaningful and uniform manner.
Highlight Industry ESG Innovations
Showcase member-led sustainability and inclusion initiatives that drive positive change.
Support Transparent ESG Reporting
Develop guidelines for clear, measurable ESG disclosures within the crypto industry.
Enhance Stakeholder Recognition
Strengthen public and institutional awareness of the sector’s positive ESG impact.
Foster Collaboration on ESG Challenges
Facilitate cross-industry discussions to address key sustainability and governance issues.
Accelerate Inclusion & Diversity Efforts
Promote initiatives that support inclusivity and equitable access in the digital asset space.
Explore ESG-Focused Technological Solutions
Investigate how blockchain and digital assets can drive sustainability and social impact.
Recent publications from our working groups
CryptoUK Supports Call for Urgent Reform of Crypto and Digital Asset Taxation to Foster UK Innovation
CryptoUK welcomes the letter presented by member firm and UK tax thought leader, Recap and its CEO, Dan Howitt, to […]
CryptoUK and Members Respond to House of Lords Special Public Bill Committee – Call for Evidence on the Property (Digital Assets etc) Bill
CryptoUK (“we”, “our”) and its members welcome the opportunity to provide evidence to the Special Public Bill Committee on the […]
CryptoUK Responds to HMT Call for Evidence on a Financial Services Growth and Competitiveness Strategy
CryptoUK welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Call for Evidence on a growth and competitiveness strategy for the UK’s […]
CryptoUK and Members Respond to the House of Lords Inquiry into the Secondary International Competitiveness and Growth Objectives for the FCA & PRA
CryptoUK (“we”) and its members welcome the opportunity to comment on the Call for Evidence – Inquiry into the secondary […]
CryptoUK and Members Respond to the Bank of England “Approach to Innovations in Money and Payments” Discussion Paper
CryptoUK (“CUK”, “we”) and its members welcome the opportunity to comment on the Discussion Paper regarding the Bank of England’s […]
CryptoUK and Members Autumn Budget 2024 Stakeholder Representation – 10 September 2024.
Introduction In anticipation of your forthcoming Autumn Statement 2024, CryptoUK would like to offer perspectives that reflect the interests of […]
CryptoUK and members respond to the HMT consultation on improving the effectiveness of the Money Laundering Regulations.
CryptoUK (“CUK”, “we”) and our members welcome the opportunity to comment on possible improvements to the effectiveness of the Money […]
CryptoUK and members respond to the Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority joint consultation on proposals to implement and operate the Digital Securities Sandbox(DSS).
The Bank of England’s (the “Bank”) and the Financial Conduct Authority’s (“FCA”) (collectively, the “Regulators”) joint consultation paper (“Consultation Paper”) […]
CryptoUK and members respond to HMRC Consultation: UK implementation of the OECD Crypto asset Reporting Framework (CARF) and Amendments to the Common Reporting Standard (CRS2)
His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) consultation document (condoc) consults on the UK’s implementation of the OECD’s Cryptoasset Reporting Framework […]
CryptoUK’s Travel Rule Working Group Responds to the FATF’s Recommendation 16 on Payment Transparency
CryptoUK (“CUK”, “we”) and its members welcome the opportunity to comment on the FATF’s ‘Explanatory Memorandum and Draft Revisions to […]
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CryptoUK’s ESG Working Group is committed to promoting environmental, social, and governance best practices within the UK’s crypto and digital asset sector. By joining, you’ll collaborate with industry experts, engage with policymakers, and help shape initiatives that foster responsible and sustainable growth. Enquire about joining the working group and be part of the movement towards a more sustainable crypto future.