Sustainability

Working together for a sustainable future

As a leading player in digital transformation and innovation, we are equally committed to playing a leading role in sustainability.

Our goal is a sustainable future, in which we actively promote saving of resources and inclusive projects. Through our focus on climate protection, energy efficiency and supporting entrepreneurs, BBVA is playing a key role in paving the way to a more sustainable and fairer economy for everyone.

Climate protection

Our goal is to help our customers make the transition to more environmentally friendly and sustainable behavior. At the same time we are promoting the realization of necessary investments in so that we can meet the challenges of climate change.

  • Energy efficiency: Technologies that reduce energy consumption per unit produced.
  • Circular economy: Recycling, new materials and responsible use of natural resources.
  • CO2 reduction: Renewable energies, clean energy sources and electromobility.

Inclusive growth

We promote economic growth that doesn't leave anyone behind and creates opportunities for everyone. At the same time, we are making the investments we need to build inclusive infrastructure and support sustainable economic development.

  • Financial services for population groups who don't bank: Providing tailored digital solutions for those who don't bank.
  • Financing inclusive infrastructures: Focus on basic services and safe, affordable and sustainable transport systems.
  • Support for entrepreneurs: Promoting and financing entrepreneurship.

Our strategy

Eco-efficiency plan

Reduction of emissions, energy, water and paper consumption to minimize the ecological footprint.

Responsibility in sectors

Our sector guidelines sustainably manage indirect impacts on the environment and human rights.

Social responsibility

Microcredits, promoting social entrepreneurship, biodiversity research and volunteering for a fairer, greener future.

Fairness and training

Introduction of prosperity wages and a group-wide plan to raise awareness and train our employees in sustainability.

Successes for the future

  • CO₂ neutral since 2020

    We already achieved CO₂ neutrality back in 2020 by consistently offsetting unavoidable emissions.

  • 100% renewable energy by 2030

    We have committed ourselves to using exclusively renewable energy for our operations worldwide by 2030 – an ambitious goal that we are actively pursuing.

  • 200 billion euros for green and inclusive projects

    By 2025, we will invest in a more sustainable and fairer economy – with a focus on renewable energies, energy efficiency and social initiatives.

Act together to make lasting changes

Become part of our mission: Open your free BBVA current account today and support resource-saving and inclusive projects. Let’s create a sustainable and fair economy together!

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