May 30, 2017Submitted by: Piraeus BankCategories: Socially Responsible Investing, FinancePosted: Jun 11, 2014 ? 10:25 AM ESTATHENS, Jun. 11 /CSRwire/ - The Piraeus Bank project entitled, "Financial Institutions: Preparing the Market for Adapting to Climate Change," (ClimaBiz) was selected as one of the 21 Best LIFE Environment projects. This innovative project co-funded 50% by the European Union’s “LIFE+ Environment Policy and Governance” funding instrument, was completed in 2012.The aim of ClimaBiz is to trigger the timely adaptation of the market to the risks and opportunities of climate change.The award was received on behalf of the Bank by Mr. Vrasidas Zavras, General Manager of Piraeus Bank, Head of Green Banking Sector, at a special event held on Wednesday 4 July in Brussels, during the Green Week, which this year focused on “Circular economy-saving resources, creating jobs.”