This pillar focuses on mitigating climate change and promoting the responsible, sustainable use of resources and ecosystems.
We empower sustainable entrepreneurship by providing tailored financing for green businesses, social enterprises and ventures in renewable energy (SDG 7) and clean technology. This directly supports the transition to sustainable consumption and production patterns (SDG 12) and urgent climate action (SDG 13).
Reducing Environmental Footprint & Sustainable Resource Management (SDGs 6, 13, 15)
We integrate ESG risk evaluations into all lending and investment decisions to ensure long-term sustainability and reduce exposure to climate risk (SDG 13). We actively reduce our own operational footprint, promote sustainable management of water and sanitation (SDG 6) and support initiatives that protect and restore terrestrial ecosystems, forests and biodiversity (SDG 15).
Our innovative products, such as Green savings accounts tied to tree plantation commitments, help reduce carbon emissions. Green hire purchase and auto loans for energy-efficient upgrades allow customers to align their finances with an eco-conscious lifestyle (SDG 12). Furthermore, our investment screening considers impacts on life below water (SDG 14), avoiding financing that contributes to marine pollution or unsustainable fishing.
Tailored Solutions for Real Impact