Namibia: Bank Windhoek Launches Sustainability Loan Drive

Climate change would only be harmful if interventions to increase resilience are not practised worldwide, said Bank Windhoek's chief treasurer, Claire Hobbs.

Hobbs said this when she launched the bank's Sustainability Loan Awareness campaign in Windhoek last week.

"Bank Windhoek is committed to providing unique financial solutions for green and sustainable initiatives. As a result, we are delighted to announce the launch of the Sustainability Loan Awareness campaign, which offers green financial solutions for all Bank Windhoek customers, including staff members," she said.

Sustainable loans are mutual credit facilities, which assist in fulfilling the needs of the current generation without compromising those of future generations.

They ensure a balance between economic growth, environmental care and social well-being.

Themed 'A Better Future Tomorrow, Today', the campaign's key objective is to create awareness of the Bank Windhoek sustainability loan. Besides positioning the bank as the leader in green financing, the theme highlights individuals' and businesses' opportunities to act and positively impact their future, said Hobbs.

"It will encourage customers to support a transition to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future, highlighting the importance of addressing environmental challenges."

The sustainability loan will support the following project categories: energy efficiency and resource efficiency, green buildings, sustainable waste management, sustainable land use, clean transportation, sustainable water management, climate change adaptation, green trade, climate smart agriculture, non-energy greenhouse gases emission reduction and renewable energy...Read more on All Africa

Source: All Africa