Westpac Banking Corp 2008 SR
The report outlines Westpac's sustainability strategy for 2008, focusing on six key areas including climate change, environmental footprint, and responsible lending. A major highlight was the launch of Westpac Assist, a program that supported over 11,000 customers facing financial difficulty. The company committed to a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2013 and became the first bank globally to sign the UN CEO Water Mandate. Additionally, Westpac maintained its leadership in sustainable supply chain management, achieving a top score in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. The report also details the bank's response to the global capital markets crisis and its approved merger with St. George Bank.
Company: Westpac Banking Corp
Sector: Financials
Country: Australia
Year: 2008
Type: SR
Pages: 55
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Westpac Banking Corp
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The report outlines Westpac's sustainability strategy for 2008, focusing on six key areas including climate change, environmental footprint, and responsible lending. A major highlight was the launch of Westpac Assist, a program that supported over 11,000 customers facing financial difficulty. The company committed to a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2013 and became the first bank globally to sign the UN CEO Water Mandate. Additionally, Westpac maintained its leadership in sustainable supply chain management, achieving a top score in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. The report also details the bank's response to the global capital markets crisis and its approved merger with St. George Bank.
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Document Details
Report Year
2008
Reporting Period
Oct 1, 2007 - Sep 30, 2008
Fiscal Year
2008
Published
Dec 2, 2008
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
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