Bank Asia PLC 2018 SR
The report highlights Bank Asia's commitment to sustainable banking, focusing on financial inclusion through its pioneer agent banking network and the Ektee Bari Ektee Khamar project. In 2018, the bank expanded its agent outlets to 2,566 across 64 districts, serving over 2.5 million unbanked people. Environmental initiatives included financing renewable energy projects, such as solar home systems and pet bottle recycling plants, while reducing its own carbon footprint through digital banking. The bank also invested significantly in community development, spending Tk. 126.91 million on CSR activities, including higher education scholarships and healthcare.
Company: Bank Asia PLC
Sector: Finance & insurance
Country: Bangladesh
Year: 2018
Type: SR
Pages: 102
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Bank Asia PLC
Sustainability Report
The report highlights Bank Asia's commitment to sustainable banking, focusing on financial inclusion through its pioneer agent banking network and the Ektee Bari Ektee Khamar project. In 2018, the bank expanded its agent outlets to 2,566 across 64 districts, serving over 2.5 million unbanked people. Environmental initiatives included financing renewable energy projects, such as solar home systems and pet bottle recycling plants, while reducing its own carbon footprint through digital banking. The bank also invested significantly in community development, spending Tk. 126.91 million on CSR activities, including higher education scholarships and healthcare.
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Document Details
Report Year
2018
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018
Fiscal Year
2018
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Reporting Standards
Materiality Assessment
Sustainable Development Goals
Other Standards
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Emissions
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Energy Consumption
Women on Board
Women in Management
Employees