Standard Chartered Kenya has launched its Sustainability Progress Report 2025, reporting a 16 per cent rise in sustainable finance revenue to Sh3.5 billion and an 11 per cent increase in sustainable finance assets to Sh62.5 billion.
Since 2021, the bank has generated Sh7.9 billion in cumulative sustainable finance revenue, driven by demand for solutions supporting climate resilience, financial inclusion and long-term growth.
Commenting on the report, Standard Chartered Kenya CEO and Head of Coverage Birju Sanghrajka said sustainability cannot be alienated from business growth.
“Sustainability is no longer a separate conversation from business growth. Our clients are increasingly looking for banking partners that can help them access capital, manage risk and build more resilient businesses in a rapidly changing operating environment,” Sanghrajka said.
The report highlights growth in inclusive wealth creation, with assets under management in the SC Shilingi Money Market Fund rising 47 per cent to Sh27.8 billion. Investors below 40 account for 62 per cent of clients, while women make up 49 per cent of the investor base.
The bank also supported 491 women entrepreneurs through the Standard Chartered Women International Network programme, with assets under management of Sh2.9 billion.
On environmental efforts, Standard Chartered Kenya reduced Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions by 9.7 per cent, cut water use by 22.6 per cent and recycled 84 per cent of operational waste in 2025.
Through the Standard Chartered Foundation, the bank has reached more than 55,900 young people since 2019, enabled 1,583 jobs through entrepreneurship and supported 519 young people into employment.
“Progress is measured not only by the capital we mobilise, but also by the opportunities we help create. Our ambition is to connect clients, communities and future generations to lasting economic opportunity by combining our international network with deep local expertise, responsible banking practices and long-term partnerships,” Sanghrajka said.