Climate Change Data

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®