Blockchain infrastructure drives transparency
Financial institutions are increasingly adopting blockchain technology to modernise their operations.
Lloyds Banking Group completed its first tokenised gilt transaction on a public blockchain in January 2026, demonstrating how traditional banks are integrating decentralised infrastructure.
This approach creates opportunities for businesses to transact with enhanced transparency and flexibility, qualities that align closely with sustainability reporting requirements.
The transparency inherent in blockchain systems could address one of the most persistent challenges in sustainable finance: proving environmental claims.
Unlike conventional systems where ESG credentials are often self-reported and difficult to verify, blockchain architecture creates immutable records of transactions and their associated environmental data.
This could fundamentally change how companies demonstrate their sustainability credentials to stakeholders and regulators.
The ability to provide real-time, verifiable data represents a significant advancement over traditional reporting cycles that rely on periodic audits and manual verification processes.
Surath continued: “Tokenisation allows us to bring real-world assets onto blockchain infrastructure, creating opportunities for businesses to transact with greater speed, transparency and flexibility.”