Net Zero Transition
Accelerating our clients' transitions to a low-carbon economy.
We're helping accelerate our clients' transitions to a low-carbon economy. Sector by sector. Industry by industry. We are committed to partnering with our clients in their transition and help society reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
SEB is one of 42 founding signatories of the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). In line with our sustainability strategy and our commitment to NZBA, SEB has committed to align its credit portfolio with pathways to net-zero by 2050 or sooner, and to set interim targets for 2030. The targets are in line with the ambition to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius in accordance with the Paris Agreement.
Transition in numbers 2024
Sustainability transitionOur client stories
View all client storiesAxfood × Alight × SEB: Solar farm to table
A new solar park built by Alight will supply renewable electricity to Axfood - a large food retail group reaching 5 million customers in Sweden each week.
Suomen Hyötytuuli × SEB: Renewable energy all year around
As part of the Carbon Neutral Finland programme, Finland aims to cut emissions up to 95% by 2050. Suomen Hyötytuuli is contributing to this goal.
DHL Group × SEB: Linking finance to CO2 targets
DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics company, has set ambitious climate goals for 2030 on their journey towards a low carbon future.
Boliden × SEB: Making low carbon metals
As one of Sweden’s leading mining and smelting companies, Boliden has invested in fully electrifying mining operations at its Kristineberg site.
SKF × SEB: Decarbonising in progress
SKF, a world-leading bearing manufacturer, is actively taking steps to decarbonise its operations and supply chain worldwide, from raw material sourcing to the production of finished products.
Dogger Bank × SEB: Co-financing the 3.6GW power bank
The world’s largest offshore wind farm is being constructed. Dogger Bank Wind Farm will have 280 wind turbines and an aggregated generation capacity of 3.6GW.
Sector by sector. Industry by industry.
Supporting our clients
Through deep insights, responsible advice, and capital, we're helping our clients to reach their sustainability targets.
Energy sector
Energy is central to national success, fueling industry, jobs, tax revenue, and welfare across our markets.
Real estate sector
Real estate supports communities and economies, creating adaptable spaces for businesses, homes, and well-being.
Shipping sector
Shipping has long been vital to trade, facilitating global exchange and remaining a key pillar of the economy.
Automotive sector
The automotive industry is vast and intricate, with a supply chain involving hundreds of companies and thousands of components.
Carbon removals
Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) plays a crucial role in reaching net-zero by capturing CO₂ and storing it safely in natural reservoirs or products.
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SEB's sustainability experts have extensive knowledge in areas such as climate and financing solutions, sustainable investments and regulatory development in the European Union.