Banks act for a responsible and sustainable world

Banks contribute to the development of the economic and social fabric of their regions through a close relationship with all their customers. They respond to their needs and support them in their projects and in times of crisis. Their mobilization throughout the health crisis, to support economic activity, was an example of this!

For many years, French banks and their more than 355,000 employees have been committed to integrating corporate social responsibility (CSR) requirements: they have adapted their strategies and structures, and have developed their offerings and services towards responsible and sustainable finance.

Financing the energy transition is a collective challenge for French banks, which support their customers in their low-carbon projects and take great measures for the climate. Eco-responsible and committed at national and global levels, they also strive to preserve biodiversity.

As major players in innovation, French banks also support their customers in their digital transformation, while maintaining a high demand for cyber and financial security.

Financial inclusion and support for financially vulnerable customers are the subject of ongoing attention by French banks. They also implement proactive integration policies and support their employees in their professional lives and the transformation of their professions.

Many initiatives demonstrate the French banking industry’s commitment to participate in the great cause of gender equality, with more than one in two bankers in France being a woman.

While not exhaustive, this summary document aims to illustrate the main actions and collective contributions of the French banking industry to sustainable development objectives. French banks are proud to work tirelessly alongside their customers and with all their employees to provide solutions to build an inclusive and sustainable future.