--- id: 12639 title: "Banco BPI: Excellence in Sustainable Banking Initiative Portugal 2024" award_year: 2024 published: 2024-10-14 12:44:48 published_gmt: 2024-10-14 11:44:48 author: "CFI.co Editorial" url: "https://cfi.co/awards/banking/2024/banco-bpi-excellence-in-sustainable-banking-initiative-portugal-2024/" categories: ["Banking", "Best Practice", "Europe", "Sustainability"] content_class: award_rationale independence_status: independent_editorial sponsor_disclosure: none editorial_lens: constructive_positive_lens historical_status: current_at_publication correction_status: none archive_policy: no_delete provenance_layer: github_versioned wayback_status: archived wayback_first_snapshot: 20241112204609 wayback_snapshot_url: "http://web.archive.org/web/20241112204609/https://cfi.co/awards/banking/2024/banco-bpi-excellence-in-sustainable-banking-initiative-portugal-2024/" license: CFI-OAAL-1.0 content_sha256: 957c789ea62ed5a3d860cedac9ee7d0ff94c24a93bd7b5a094999f3c4fa162ed canonical: 12639-banco-bpi-excellence-in-sustainable-banking-initiative-portugal-2024.json --- # Banco BPI: Excellence in Sustainable Banking Initiative Portugal 2024 > Verbatim archived copy. Canonical machine record: `12639-banco-bpi-excellence-in-sustainable-banking-initiative-portugal-2024.json`.

Banco BPI's dedication to sustainability is a beacon of proactive environmental and social responsibility. Beyond mere rhetoric, the bank's commitment is deeply ingrained in its operational DNA. By actively participating in environmental initiatives and spearheading industry-wide changes, Banco BPI sets a precedent for other financial institutions. One of the bank's standout initiatives is its unwavering support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), where sustainability education, collaboration, and investment converge. Not content with merely advising on mitigating environmental impact, Banco BPI takes a proactive role in driving societal awareness and promoting behavioural shifts towards sustainability. Its multifaceted approach spans various sectors, aiming to instigate fundamental changes in both corporate and community behaviours. Crucially, Banco BPI's workforce is not just a passive bystander but an active participant in these initiatives. With 308 social inclusion initiatives, the bank's employees play a pivotal role in benefiting over 35,000 beneficiaries in 2023. Moreover, Banco BPI sets a commendable example in gender equality, with 44 percent of senior positions held by women, showcasing its dedication to fostering diversity and inclusion. These efforts are but part of a broader strategy to drive meaningful social transformation. By investing not only financially but also through advocacy and leadership, Banco BPI is instrumental in shaping a more inclusive and compassionate society. It's no surprise that the CFI.co Judging Panel recognises Banco BPI's exceptional contributions by awarding it the 2024 Excellence in Sustainable Banking Initiative (Portugal) accolade.