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 storiesTopsoe × SEB: The future is electrolyzing
Topsoe is a leading global provider of technology for the energy transition, supporting decarbonization in hard-to-electrify industries like aviation, steel and long-distance transport.
Neste × SEB: Fueled by renewables
Neste was founded in 1948 with the purpose of securing Finland’s oil supply. Today, they’re a leading global producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel.
Axfood × 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.
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.