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New Gimi app makes kids financially resilient
In the Netherlands, one in five young people between the ages of eighteen and twenty-six can’t pay their bills, says Nibud. And while ABN AMRO is supporting this group with its budget coaches, prevention at a much earlier stage is far better than cure. Now a fun, new app called Gimi is helping young children, supervised by their parents, become financially literate.
Sustainability Academy inspires and brings people together
ABN AMRO’s aim is to accelerate the transition to sustainability. Clients certainly play a major role here, but it’s up to the bank to get them on board. The Sustainability Academy was established to inspire and motivate ABN AMRO’s 20,000 employees – and with success: “Thanks to the training courses we offer, our conversations with clients about sustainability are more frequent and more fruitful.”
Sustainable phone and soap get financial boost
ABN AMRO’s Sustainable Impact Fund recently invested in two sustainable companies: Fairphone and Seepje (Soaply). With this capital injection, the bank is helping to ensure that mobile phones and soap products are more sustainable.
Future Generations Board gives young people a seat at the table
What does it mean to be “Banking for better, for generations to come” if voices of those future generations are not sufficiently heard by decision makers? After all, young people will be disproportionately impacted by the long-term effects of many of the decisions taken today. That’s why ABN AMRO has set up a Future Generations Board (FGB) to advise management with the aid of an innovative “generations test”.
Human Rights Report: a balanced picture of progress and challenges
ABN AMRO has endorsed the UN guidelines on respecting human rights. What is the bank actively doing in this area? And is it making progress? ABN AMRO reports every other year on its commitment to human rights.
ABN AMRO makes it easier for businesses to buy solar panels
Although many Dutch entrepreneurs are keen to make their business more sustainable, it’s easy to get lost in the jungle of regulatory schemes, subsidies and providers. ABN AMRO is now making life easier for business owners looking to install solar panels on their premises, from the preparatory phase to installation, financing and insurance.