Environmental Risk Management and Banks' performance in Uganda

This book presents the results of the study on influence of Environmental Risk Management on the general performance of commercial banks in Uganda. Quantitative research approaches were adopted and a method of data collection, consisting of a survey questionnaire was used. The results from the research provide some evidence that commercial banks in Uganda incorporate environmental issues into lending decisions and are aware of environmental risks and opportunities. It further revealed that good Environmental Risk Management(ERM)contributes to better overall performance of banks and that consideration of environmental issues when making lending decisions is important to banks. The study recommended development and implementation of a comprehensive environmental risk management system and frameworks, adoption environmental management procedures, adoption of appropriate strategy and consideration of structured community participation in monitoring funded projects for enhancing ERM.