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.

 

 

Help Shape Our New Sustainability Handbook

CryptoUK’s ESG Working Group is developing a new Sustainability Handbook for the Digital Asset Sector — and members are invited to help shape this important industry resource. The handbook will provide practical guidance on ESG disclosure expectations, commercial considerations and cross-jurisdictional developments, helping firms prepare for future regulatory, investor and counterparty requirements.

CryptoUK members can contribute by joining the ESG Working Group, sharing insights and supporting the development of outputs that reflect how digital asset businesses actually operate. Non-members who would like to take part are encouraged to join CryptoUK and contribute to this important work.

Expressions of interest should be submitted by 28 July.

CryptoUK Sustainability Handbook 2026 Cover

Working Group Leads

Chrislyn Pereira

Chief of Staff
Eunice

Kirsteen Harrison

Sustainability Director
Zumo

Working Group Support

Elena Tzvetinova

Elena Tzvetinova

Founder
Antiparos Advisory

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.

Ready to participate?

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.