Creating positive impact through our core business.

Nedbank’s sustainability work is embedded in how we deploy capital, manage risk and support clients through the transition to a more resilient, inclusive economy. It brings our purpose to life: using our financial expertise to do good for individuals, families, businesses and society.

R207bn in sustainable development finance

R207bn in sustainable development finance

Deployed across renewable energy, green buildings, agriculture, water, affordable housing and financial inclusion. 

35 years of the WWF Nedbank Green Trust

35 years of the WWF Nedbank Green Trust

R300m+ invested across 153 projects and 230 000 hectares of grassland biome conserved.

143 000+ SMEs supported through SimplyBiz

143 000+ SMEs supported through SimplyBiz

Nedbank's free business development platform. 

Operationally carbon neutral since 2010

Operationally carbon neutral since 2010

The first financial institution in Africa to achieve this – sustained every year since.

'South Africa's development challenges are not separate from our business – they are our business. We use our financial capability to support the transition to a cleaner economy, extend access to finance and protect the natural systems that underpin long-term growth.'

Jason Quinn, Chief Executive

Our strategy

Our strategy

Nedbank’s purpose guides our strategy and contribution to sustainable development. 

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Sustainable development finance

Sustainable development finance

Our R207bn sustainable development finance portfolio – what we back, what we won't back, and how we assess every deal. 

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Climate and nature

Climate and nature

Our approach to climate risk and opportunity is in net-zero commitments, financed emissions glidepaths and how we support clients through the energy transition.

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Society and inclusion

Society and inclusion

Financial inclusion, community resilience and investment in the people and communities we serve. 

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Track record

Track record

Awards, indices, ratings and the memberships that recognise and hold us accountable on sustainability

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Resource centre

Resource centre

Our sustainability reports, data tables, policy documents and guides.

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