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Driving Sustainability
Trust for a Greener Tomorrow
We drive purposeful progress by empowering people and businesses to achieve their goals sustainably through bold, forward‑looking action. Grounded in a strong sustainability ethos, we actively manage our Environmental, Social, and Governance impacts across our operations and value chain, focused on creating lasting value, resilience, and trusted impact for all stakeholders.
Supporting the transition to a more sustainable, green, and inclusive economy is central to who we are. Through expanding sustainable financing offerings for corporates, SMEs, and individuals, we enable investments that advance the country’s NDCs and the UN SDGs. Our Green Financing portfolio grew by 92% in 2025, reflecting our continued commitment to driving sustainable growth across our business, the markets we serve, and the communities we impact.
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Building a Better Tomorrow Through Action
At Nations Trust Bank, sustainability is embedded in everything we do. Guided by global standards and national frameworks, we strive to create long-term value for our stakeholders while protecting the environment and supporting communities.
Our approach is built on three key pillars:
- Sustainable Finance – Enabling progress for a Greener Tomorrow through sustainable financing offerings targeting renewable energy, energy efficiency, climate resilience and other environmental and social conscious investments.
- Responsible Organization – Reducing environmental footprint through efficient resource use, responsible waste management, and a safe, resilient workplace.
- Sustainable Culture – Fostering well-being, diversity and inclusion, while empowering people and communities to lead sustainable and socially impactful lives.
Our efforts are strengthened through partnerships with leading organizations, including the Sri Lanka Banking Association Sustainable Banking Initiative, Biodiversity Sri Lanka, and the Wildlife & Nature Protection Society, among others.
Together, we are building a sustainable future for generations to come.
Our Initiatives
Environment
On Environmental Stewardship (SDG 13,14 and 15), bank pursues action on below areas:
- Biodiversity Research and Education
- Direct Conservation Efforts (Reforestation, Species Conservation including Animal Hospital and Rescue Service at Hiyare)
- Sponsorship of Nations Trust WNPS Public Lecture Series
Arts & Culture
On Arts & Cultural Development (SDG 4, 9, and 11), the bank pursues action on below areas:
- Restoration of George Keyt’s mural art at the Gothami Viharaya in Colombo
- Support for the George Keyt Foundation Charity Auction held in collaboration with Sotheby’s.
- Sponsorship of “Sri Lankan Art” annual art exhibition in partnership with the George Keyt Foundation
- Sponsorship of the “Kala Pola” annual event to support local art and artist.
Creative Entrepreneurship
On Creative Empowerment and Skills Development (SDG 4, 8, and 9), the bank pursues action on below areas:
- Soft Skills Development and Career Guidance initiatives for youth and students
- Educational Support Programmes including O/L Mathematics seminars with Sarasavi Mithuro
- Strengthening higher education through research and student development partnerships
- Digital Access and Learning Support to foster creativity, innovation, and future‑ready capabilities
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