Evans Bank
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Community Development
- Racial Justice
- Affordable Housing
- Financial Inclusion
- Employee Well-being
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Achievements
- Consolidated three older, less energy-efficient offices into a new, more energy-efficient headquarters.
Social Achievements
- Contributed $400,000 in total charitable contributions, supporting first-time homeownership, education, economic development, small business assistance, poverty reduction, and racial justice initiatives.
- Invested $100,000 in the Buffalo Together Community Response Fund.
- Invested $1 million in the Home Headquarters landlord lead abatement program.
- Invested $250,000 in the WNY Impact Fund.
- Contributed $600,000 to Work/Life Solutions over four years, serving nearly 2500 employees.
- Donated $27,500 to FeedMore WNY.
- Conducted over 50 financial literacy workshops, with over 80% directed toward underserved individuals.
- Initiated the Adams Street Infill Housing initiative, building seven market-rate single-family homes.
- Partnered with the Greater Rochester Housing Partnership in the “Buy the Block” program, aiming to build up to 100 new homes.
- Implemented a student loan reimbursement program saving associates approximately $40,000.
Governance Achievements
- Maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding harassment or discriminatory conduct and provides annual training for all staff.
- 100% of associates complete training to review the Code of Conduct Policy.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- High poverty rates in Buffalo and Rochester (over 30%).
- Food insecurity (11.8% of the population).
- Lead paint in older Buffalo housing.
- Racial inequities and segregation in Buffalo.
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed affordable mortgage products (Evans Affordable Mortgage and Evans Neighborhood Mortgage).
- Invested in programs addressing lead paint remediation, affordable housing, and community development.
- Supported organizations working to address poverty and racial injustice.
- Provided financial literacy workshops and resources.
- Implemented Work/Life Solutions program to support employees.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Expanded Supplier Diversity program to include minority and women-owned businesses.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Awards & Recognition
- Great Place to Work®