Great Southern Bank
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020-07-20 to 2023-09-05)
Reporting Period: 2020-07-20 to 2023-09-05
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)
Social Achievements
- Originated or renewed 166 community development loans totaling $811.1 million.
- Received consideration for 53 qualified investments totaling $146.2 million and 498 qualifying donations or grants totaling $1.8 million.
- Provided 172 community development services.
Governance Achievements
- No discriminatory or other illegal credit practices identified.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Local businesses continue to have a difficult time hiring and retaining employees.
- Area housing market presents challenges due to a fast turnover of listings and limited supply of affordable housing stock.
- It is difficult for low- and moderate-income borrowers to obtain mortgage loans due to a lack of savings and cash reserves.
- Rising interest rates have caused a decline in small business and home mortgage lending.
- Overall loan demand was described as declining.
Mitigation Strategies
- Offered Open Door Loan Program for affordable housing.
- Participated in various government-guaranteed loan programs.
- Originated a relatively high level of community development loans.
- Made qualified investments and donations to support community development organizations.
- Provided community development services.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)