A broader approach to ESG
22 February 2021
In response to market developments and the economic fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic, NRW.BANK adapted its approach to capital markets and environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives this year.
Frank Richter outlines key milestones for the German lender, including the issuance of the bank s first social bond and a revision of its Green Bond Framework
Last year was a remarkable year in many ways. During the Covid-19 pandemic, we have had to weather many changes in the private and public sphere. NRW.BANK, for instance, relocated up to 75% of its staff into home offices. Thanks to good IT infrastructure, the agency s productivity has not been hurt by this unconventional working environment.