Fusion Micro Finance Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019-20, 2021, 2022-04 to 2023-03)
Reporting Period: 2019-20
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Financial Inclusion
- Responsible Lending
- Employee Well-being
- Community Development
- Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Achievements
- Distributed solar lights to 300 households affected by Cyclone Fani.
- Implemented Project Jal, installing water purifiers in government schools.
Social Achievements
- Featured in the 'Great Place to Work - 2020' list, ranking 66th.
- Reached 1.8 million active customers across 18 states.
- Launched Hospicash, a health insurance product.
- Conducted financial and digital literacy programs.
- Implemented Project Shiksha, a scholarship scheme.
- Undertook extensive relief work for flood and cyclone victims.
- Organized health camps, eye check-up camps, and cancer awareness camps.
- Implemented Jivika - Skill Development Programme for rural women.
Governance Achievements
- Maintained a strong internal control framework.
- Established a risk management committee.
- Complied with RBI guidelines and Companies Act, 2013.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Cyclone in Odisha.
- Citizenship Amendment Bill issue in some states.
- Shakeout in the NBFC sector impacting investor/lender confidence.
- COVID-19 pandemic causing nationwide lockdown and operational suspension.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented robust business strategies and efficient treasury management.
- Diversified sources of borrowing by onboarding PSU banks.
- Entered into Direct Assignment Transaction and Securitisation deal.
- Implemented “Moratorium Policy for Customer(s) on Deferment of EMI – COVID 19”.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Natural calamities (cyclones, floods)
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: SMART CAMPAIGN Client Protection Certification, MFIN
Certifications: Great Place to Work
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 1: No Poverty
- Goal 2: Zero Hunger
- Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
- Goal 4: Quality Education
- Goal 5: Gender Equality
- Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- Goal 13: Climate Action
Fusion's CSR initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs related to education, healthcare, skill development, environmental sustainability, and community empowerment.
Awards & Recognition
- Great Place to Work - 2020
- CSR Leadership Award by UBS Forums
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Poverty eradication
- Education
- Gender equality
- Environmental sustainability
- Disaster relief
Social Achievements
- Initiatives to eradicate hunger, poverty, and malnutrition
- Programs promoting education and vocational skills
- Projects empowering women
- Support for senior citizens and marginalized groups
- Disaster relief and rehabilitation activities
Governance Achievements
- Establishment of a CSR Committee
Climate Goals & Targets
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Period: 2022-04 to 2023-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:0%
Total Energy Consumption:1316.08 GJ
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Customer Experience
- Financial Inclusion
- Employee Well-being
- Environmental Sustainability
- Community Development
Environmental Achievements
- Planted fruit and medicinal saplings across villages in Haridwar, Uttarakhand to enhance air quality and sustain the ecosystem.
Social Achievements
- Implemented various CSR initiatives benefiting underprivileged communities, including education, health, livelihood, WASH, relief, and welfare programs.
- Achieved 96.7% male and 3.28% female employee composition.
Governance Achievements
- Established a grievance redressal mechanism for various stakeholder groups.
- Implemented an anti-corruption policy.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Maintaining positive customer experience in a large rural customer base.
- Addressing potential risks associated with non-disclosure of information to regulatory bodies.
Mitigation Strategies
- Continuous efforts to provide seamless customer experience through listening to customers and driving transformation.
- Addressing regulatory non-compliances through waiver applications and internal process improvements.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- 100% procurement at Branch Level is processed from local / nearby vendors / suppliers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: ISO 27001
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed