First Capital Treasuries PLC joins the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials

First Capital Treasuries PLC, a subsidiary of First Capital Holdings PLC has joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), reinforcing its commitment to transparent climate reporting and enabling the measurement and disclosure of the carbon footprint of its financed activities in line with globally recognised standards.

The Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) is a collaboration between financial institutions worldwide to enable harmonized assessments and disclosures of greenhouse gas emissions financed by loans and investments. With more than 700 financial institutions from six continents, the group is rapidly expanding in North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and Asia-Pacific.

The company joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) to enhance the measurement and disclosure of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with its financed activities. By adopting the PCAF methodology, First Capital Treasuries aims to better understand the climate impact of its investment portfolio, strengthen climate-related risk management, and align its financing strategies with its broader climate agenda and sustainability commitments.

“Joining the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) marks an important step in strengthening First Capital Treasuries’s commitment to sustainable finance. As a subsidiary of First Capital Holdings PLC, this aligns with our broader focus on responsible investing and long-term value creation. By adopting globally recognised methodologies to measure and disclose emissions linked to our financing and investment activities, we aim to enhance transparency, support more informed investment decisions and play a meaningful role in advancing Sri Lanka’s transition toward a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy”, said Sachith Perera, Director/CEO of First Capital Treasuries PLC.

About First Capital Treasuries PLC

Incorporated in 1982, First Capital Treasuries PLC is a pioneering leader in Sri Lanka’s financial markets, and the first company in the country to be granted a Primary Dealer License. As a leading primary dealer in government securities, FCT leverages decades of expertise to provide a comprehensive range of investment solutions in treasury bills and bonds. The company serves both institutional and individual investors, combining market insight, trusted execution, and innovative strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals.