53 I SOCIETE GENERALE 2013-2014 TEAM SPIRIT THE FIVE STRATEGIC PRIORITIES OF SOCIETE GENERALE'S RESPONSIBILITY POLICY 1 Responsible finance The Group has made environmental and social (E&S) commitments and implements them consistently throughout all of its business lines. Its concern for the economic and social impacts of its operations has led it to participate in the development of the countries where it operates by supporting the creation of businesses and financing local authorities. It takes care to adopt a fair, transparent approach in its dealings with its clients. 2 Solidarity-based and environmentally aware products, services and financing Through its range of solidarity-based products and services, Societe Generale invites its clients to join its side in the causes it suppor ts. It aims to make banking services accessible and has developed solutions suited to the needs of its most vulnerable clients, particularly by suppor t ing microf inance and encouraging financial inclusion. It offers green services and financing. 3 Responsible employer Societe Generale's ambition is to be chosen and recognised for the quality of its teams. The Group therefore promotes a culture of innovative entrepreneurs who can adapt to a changing environment and tackle challenges as a team. In return, it aims to be a responsible employer, which treats its employees with fairness and respect for their diversity, giving each of them the means to grow. 4 Environment and responsible purchasing Societe Generale is committed to reducing its direct impact on the environment. In particular, it is engaged in an innovative, collaborative programme to limit its greenhouse gas emissions and has FTSE4Good, DJSI Europe, Euronext Vigeo, STOXX – Sustainalytics: Societe Generale appears in many sustainable development indices 3 new industry-specific policies added in 2013 to the 8 already-existing Group policies: palm oil, forestry and forest products, thermal energy 120,000 individual clients, 14,500 professional clients, and 5,000 SMEs are questioned by Societe Generale in France each year on the reception received in branches and the relationship with set its ambitions higher since achieving carbon neutrality in 2012*. With full awareness of the economic influence of its purchases, it procures them responsibly, grades i ts suppliers and supports small- to medium-sized businesses and companies that employ disabled workers. Societe Generale in civil society The Group aims to be a social ly responsible company committed to civil society. It encourages and supports the effor ts of its employees, teams and entities to encourage the hiring of people from marginalised groups. As a patron of the arts and a sponsor of sport, Societe Generale forges longterm partnerships that are in keeping with its values of commitment and teamwork and are particularly focused on outreach to young people. ■ * Excluding Rosbank www Read more 5 personal bankers www.societegenerale.com
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