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Sustainability transition

Climate change is one of the most important and urgent challenges of all time. In order to limit global warming, the world needs to switch to a low-carbon economy. This will require significant investment.

As a bank, we play an important role in facilitating these investments. At SEB, we have a clear ambition to be a positive force in the change that is required and increase the pace towards a sustainable future for people, companies and society. Through the capital we employ, we have the power, the opportunity and the responsibility to positively influence the world we live in.

We can achieve the greatest possible change by cooperating with existing customers and supporting them in their transition. We do that by providing responsible advice and viable financing. Is it also possible for customers to contribute to sustainable development through their savings and investments.

Transition in numbers 2024

Sustainability transition

Insights from our annual sustainability event

Watch the recorded sessions from our annual sustainability event Transition in Numbers 2024, to gain insights from experts, hear perspectives from key industry players, and conversations on how we can continue accelerating positive change.

Personal insights into sustainability development

All Transition reflections articles

In a series of articles – Transition reflections – SEB’s experts share insights and reflections on significant sustainability developments and topics.

Transition reflections

The necessity of carbon removals

Olle Billinger is SEB’s carbon lead and works a senior advisor in the Climate and Sustainable Finance unit. In the bank’s pursuit to be a leading partner in the transition to a net-zero economy he spearheads the efforts to build a market for carbon removals together with FICC Commodities. He has experience from both asset management and the government offices of Sweden before joining SEB five years ago.
Olle Billinger, SEB’s carbon lead and senior advisor in the Climate and Sustainable Finance unit.

Our sustainability initiatives in numbers

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-39%
Decrease in SEB’s fossil fuel credit exposure year-end 2023 since the end of 2019.
+239%
Increase in SEB Greentech Venture Capital investments year-end 2023, compared with 2021.
+123%
Increase in SEB’s Sustainability Activity Index (The Green) year-end 2023, compared with a 2021 baseline.
SEK 111bn
Value of SEB-facilitated issuance of sustainability and sustainability-linked bonds 2023.
+119%
Increase in the volume of green mortgages 2023, compared to 2021.
2040
SEB Investment Management is committed to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
2,837
Number of dialogues with companies on sustainability and corporate governance issues by SEB Asset Management 2023.
SEK 259bn
Sustainability-related financing to our customers during 2023.

Sustainability terms explained

See all sustainability terms explained

Through a series of short clips, SEB’s sustainability experts explains different sustainability terms and how they are connected to finance.

We’re supporting clients in their transitions

Many of our clients in key industries such as transportation, energy and agriculture are leading the shift towards net zero. The challenges are often enormous, which is why we want to be the best financial partner possible.

Our role in the sustainability transition

This booklet explains SEB’s role in the sustainability transition, what we do and how we do it. Learn about our goals, strategies, and how we measure and take responsibility for a sustainable future.

Contact us

SEB's sustainability experts have extensive knowledge in areas such as climate and financing solutions, sustainable investments and regulatory development in the European Union.

 

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