Climate Change Data

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)