Sustainability

Sustainability is about balancing the environmental, societal and governance factors of development to ensure that we meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.

Sustainable finance

Financing the future: Nordea’s new initiative for renewable energy and infrastructure projects

Nordea’s Renewable Energy & Infrastructure Financing initiative supports pioneering clean energy ventures, from the world’s first commercial e-methanol plant to offshore wind, solar parks and digital infrastructure.

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Sustainability

China and cleantech supremacy: Implications for Europe

Two decades ago, China saw in the energy transition the opportunity to leapfrog into a new technology era. We examine the scale of China's efforts, and explore what policies the EU could adopt in a scenario of increased trade assertiveness.

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Business growth

EIF guarantee enabled UpCloud to secure financing for next-generation data centre infrastructure

Nordea has partnered with the European Investment Fund (EIF) for several years to strengthen the growth and competitiveness of small and medium-sized businesses in the Nordic region. The EIF guarantee helped UpCloud access financing for projects that promote sustainability and innovation.

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Sustainable finance

Nordic businesses boost energy efficiency investments through expanded EIF guarantee programme

More and more SMEs are taking advantage of our loan guarantee agreement with the European Investment Fund (EIF) to secure favourable financing for energy renovations and other sustainable investments in their businesses.

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Sustainability

Nordea donates further EUR 50,000 to the University of Jyväskylä

Nordea and the University of Jyväskylä will continue the four-year research programme launched in 2025, focusing on developing methods for assessing the biodiversity footprint of economic activities. In addition to the 200,000 euros donated, Nordea has now made a further donation of 50,000 euros.

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Sustainable finance

SFDR revision: New thresholds for sustainable financial products

The European Commission has unveiled its long-awaited revision to the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), with new categories, thresholds and a focus on measurable indicators.

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Business growth

Buddy Energy – smart energy for buildings of the future

When the electricity market became increasingly unpredictable, three companies saw an opportunity to think differently. The result was Buddy Energy – an energy company that helps property owners transition to more sustainable and cost-efficient energy use. With support from Nordea, the company is now ready to grow – quickly and sustainably.

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Sustainable banking

Nordea recognised as climate transition leader in new Morningstar Sustainalytics report

Morningstar Sustainalytics has recently published a new report identifying companies that are taking steps to reduce emissions, set actionable targets and implement good governance practices. Nordea is highlighted for its significant progress in reducing emissions and its comprehensive climate targets.

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Sustainability

Nordic companies stick to climate goals despite global uncertainty

Amid geopolitical tensions and fractured global cooperation, Nordic companies are not retreating from their climate ambitions. Our Equities ESG Research team’s annual review shows stronger commitments and measurable progress on emissions reductions.

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Sector insights

RESourceEU in the age of geoeconomics: Nordic companies positioned to seize opportunities

As Europe shifts towards strategic autonomy in critical resources, Nordic companies are uniquely positioned to lead. Learn how Nordic companies stand to gain in this new era of managed openness and resource security.

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Sustainable banking

Nordea at the forefront of joint investor appeal to the EU

Nordea Asset Management is part of a coalition of 44 institutional investors and asset managers urging EU decision-makers to uphold the EU's methane emissions regulation.

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Sustainability

What is carbon capture and storage (CCS)? Here's what you need to know

A quick-guide to carbon capture and storage. Find out how CCS and BECCS work, their importance in decarbonising hard-to-abate industries and the current state of projects in the Nordic region.

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