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Our first CSRD annual report
With its recently published 2024 Annual Report, ABN AMRO has fully aligned with the European Commission’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) for the first time. This mandatory framework is designed to create greater transparency and improve the quality of sustainability information published by large companies. The better we understand the impact we and other business entities have on society, the more effectively we can monitor and accelerate sustainability, says Solange Rouschop, ABN AMRO’s Chief Sustainability Officer.
Foppingadreef green transformation in full swing
The renovation of ABN AMRO’s new home base at Foppingadreef in Amsterdam is progressing steadily. The highly sustainable business premises will soon be open for employees and visitors to enjoy. In the meantime, the construction team continues to explore opportunities to push sustainability even further. Here’s an update.
Decarbonisation Summit: sustainability makes companies more competitive
Decarbonisation is essential to meeting climate targets, but it also gives companies a powerful competitive edge, both locally and internationally – a key takeaway from ABN AMRO’s second Decarbonisation Summit.
ABN AMRO raises 100 billion euros with sustainable bonds and pioneers the EU Green Bond
For years, demand for sustainable bonds has outstripped supply. After all, green bonds are popular with investors and companies looking to make a positive impact. ABN AMRO was among the very first to issue a green bond back in 2015, and continues to lead the way. The bank supports companies issuing sustainable bonds and recently launched its own green bond under the rigorous EU Green Bond Standard.
Investing in technology helps female entrepreneurs move forward
While technology can be a catalyst for entrepreneurship, female entrepreneurs have yet to reap the full benefits. ABN AMRO is determined to change that, and recently hosted a well-attended event focusing on technology-driven opportunities specifically for female entrepreneurs.
It’s full steam ahead with ABN AMRO’s ambitious renewable energy target
Major investments in renewable energy and other low-carbon technologies are essential to accelerate the climate transition, and ABN AMRO wants to help make this possible. Its New Energies teams are committed to achieving the bank’s ambitious sustainability goals.