Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Environmental Achievements

• Standard Chartered Bank reduced water use intensity by 82% over four years; 100% waste recycling at Chiromo Head Office; 2,713 kg of greenhouse gas emissions saved from the 2022 marathon.
• BAT East & Southern Africa Markets achieved zero waste sent to landfill; invested in high-efficiency technology and renewable energy; planted over 54 million trees in Kenya since 1978.
• EABL reduced carbon emissions by 42,000 tonnes annually through renewable energy investments; planted over 1.3 million trees; maintained zero waste to landfill.
• Absa Bank Kenya plans to plant 10,000 fruit trees; disbursed over Ksh 18.5 billion towards funding sustainable infrastructure.
• Safaricom planted 372,000 trees; transitioned 310 sites to renewable energy; 88.1% of solid waste recycled.
• Isuzu EA planted 3,300 seedlings in Muumandu Hill Forest and over 1,000 in Mua Hills.
• Sarova Hotels & Resorts implemented water bottling plants; monthly beach clean-up programs; planted 500 tree seedlings annually.
• Airtel Kenya planted 3,300 trees in Ngong Forest; recycled 274.9 kg of e-waste.
• MP Shah Hospital implemented water harvesting plant and in-house oxygen generating plants; partnered with Africa Collect Textiles.
• Davis & Shirtliff completed 545 projects impacting over one million lives, increasing access to water using sustainable renewable energy.
• Crown Paints operates on a solar energy system; produces lead-free, non-VOC paints; uses a NEMA-approved waste system.
• Nation Media Group reduced energy use by 14.6% and electricity bills by 7.9% at the printing plant; partnered with Aquavita Limited to reduce plastic use.
• Takaful Insurance of Africa is moving towards a paperless operation; implemented energy-efficient practices; partnered with a virtual telehealth company.
• Petco Kenya increased PET bottle collection and recycling; provided drop-off sites in shopping malls.

Social Achievements

• Standard Chartered Bank's Futuremakers initiative impacted 7,582 beneficiaries in 2022; launched Ksh 97 million Futuremakers Inclusive Employability Programme.
• BAT East & Southern Africa Markets has programs for biological and adoptive parents; over 40% of its population and management are women.
• NCBA Bank partnered with various foundations to deliver educational sponsorship programs; launched the NCBA Golf Series.
• Absa Bank Kenya partnered with Melanin Kapital to provide unsecured lending to startups; launched SheTradesKE Programme.
• Safaricom's M-TIBA had 4.8 million active customers; developed Afya Moja platform; trained employees on sign language.
• Isuzu EA launched a Sh 100 million endowment fund; joined Kenya Community Development Foundation in establishing a girls mentorship programme.
• Sarova Hotels & Resorts supported Sekenani Primary School; sponsored ‘Tales from the Slums’ film production.
• Airtel Kenya partnered with UNICEF to enable 10,500 learners to access digital education; partnered with the Directorate of Children services.
• MP Shah Hospital conducts blood donation drives and free medical camps; partnered with Healing Little Hearts team.
• Davis & Shirtliff's Improving Lives initiative impacted over one million lives through water access projects.
• Crown Paints instituted a Painters’ Loyalty Program; has a diverse workforce (over 60% women).
• Nation Media Group runs the Newspapers in Education program; conducted fundraising drive for Uganda Cancer Institute.
• Takaful Insurance of Africa offers climate resilience products to pastoralists; has a social Takaful program.
• Smart Africa Group conducts visits to orphanage centres; launched Rifaly, a digital newsstand.

Governance Achievements

• Standard Chartered Bank published its first Marathon Sustainability Report and inaugural Sustainability Impact Report.
• BAT East & Southern Africa Markets has a robust sustainability agenda aligned with UN SDGs; committed to carbon neutrality.
• NCBA Bank was honored as the Best Banking Group and Best Commercial Bank in Kenya.
• Absa Bank Kenya focuses on responsible lending practices and product innovation; committed to UN SDGs.
• Safaricom released its 11th Annual Sustainable Business Report.
• EABL launched the SMASHED program; increased women's representation in executive leadership roles.
• Sarova Hotels & Resorts has CSR programs anchored on key pillars.
• Airtel Kenya launched the Women in Technology Programme.
• MP Shah Hospital launched a mental health policy; is green accredited.
• Davis & Shirtliff published its 2022 CSR report.
• Crown Paints has a people-first, planet-focused approach; established a new facility in Parklands.
• Nation Media Group is a member of the UN Global Compact Network Kenya; complies with the Capital Markets Act.
• Takaful Insurance of Africa has a Code of Conduct emphasizing fairness and transparency.
• Petco Kenya is governed by the principle of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
• Smart Africa Group focuses on management, talent acquisition, partnerships, and CSR initiatives.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Standard Chartered Bank faces challenges in achieving net-zero emissions and lifting participation.
• BAT East & Southern Africa Markets faces challenges in evolving its approach to sustainability.
• NCBA Bank faces challenges in maintaining an edge in asset finance.
• Absa Bank Kenya faces challenges in supporting women-led MSMEs.
• Safaricom faces challenges in transitioning to renewable energy and reducing its carbon footprint.
• Isuzu EA faces challenges in increasing Kenya's forest cover.
• Sarova Hotels & Resorts faces challenges in adopting sustainable practices.
• Airtel Kenya faces challenges in promoting environmental sustainability.
• MP Shah Hospital faces challenges in reducing its environmental impact.
• Davis & Shirtliff faces challenges in providing access to clean water in drought-affected areas.
• Crown Paints faces challenges in maintaining its market share.
• Nation Media Group faces challenges in driving sustainable practices.
• Takaful Insurance of Africa faces challenges in managing e-waste and data security.
• Petco Kenya faces challenges in increasing PET recycling rates.

Mitigation Strategies

• Standard Chartered Bank is working with clients, colleagues, and communities to address challenges.
• BAT East & Southern Africa Markets is accelerating progress across its ESG priorities.
• NCBA Bank is taking strategic steps to maintain an edge in asset finance.
• Absa Bank Kenya is partnering with various organizations to support women-led MSMEs.
• Safaricom is partnering with M-Kopa Solar to provide access to solar energy.
• Isuzu EA is collaborating with community forest associations and the Kenya Forest Service.
• Sarova Hotels & Resorts is implementing various sustainable practices.
• Airtel Kenya is supporting conservation projects and promoting environmental awareness.
• MP Shah Hospital is implementing green initiatives and partnering with ACT.
• Davis & Shirtliff is working with institutions to increase access to renewable energy.
• Crown Paints is implementing green initiatives in its operations and product manufacturing.
• Nation Media Group is driving sustainable practices within its operations.
• Takaful Insurance of Africa is digitizing its internal operations and implementing responsible waste management.
• Petco Kenya is providing drop-off sites and promoting recycling awareness.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Not disclosed

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, UN SDGs

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

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Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• Not disclosed