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Some banks that uphold social and environmental causes let outside groups evaluate their values to show their commitment.

Climate change is forcing banks to rethink their strategies, but newly-established Climate First Bank has placed sustainability right into its core purpose.

Just one year into operation, St. Petersburg-based Climate First Bank is capitalizing on its early success and launching a fintech startup that will provide banking as a service (BaaS) solutions.

As banks deal with increasing pressure from stakeholders and lawmakers to reduce their carbon footprint, automated emissions-tracking software providers stand ready to capitalize.

It’s no secret solar panels can be expensive, but in this edition of the Gulshore Business report, Gulfshore Business Editor David Dorsey explores possible ways to pay for them.

When Climate First is part of your name, it’s clear where your priorities lie. Ken LaRoe, founder and CEO at Climate First Bank, joins us to talk about his startup institution, its name and its values in the context of broader issues in banking today.