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Sustainability & Impact

At Natixis in Portugal, sustainability is more than a commitment - it is part of our DNA. From social and environmental support to inclusive growth, we continuously translate our values into concrete actions.

This holistic approach, guided by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles, reflects our belief that sustainable impact is driven by long-term commitment and collective responsibility.
Sustainability at Natixis in Portugal

ESG Framework

Aligned with the values of the Groupe BPCE and inspired by our local mindset, we are guided by the ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Framework, which steers the integration of Environmental, Social and Governance criteria into our strategy. Through this approach, we create sustainable value at both local and global levels while measuring the impact of our decisions in a structured and responsible way.

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  • Mission

    Strengthen and make visible Natixis in Portugal contribution to local society and the environment, cultivating a sustainability culture.

    Through a proactive approach, we engage with local stakeholders and create opportunities for the community around us.

  • Vision

    Our strategy is based on 4 Impact areas & 6 Sustainable Development Goals to support our local strategy.

    Actively contribute to promote economic and social impact in a greener, sustainable, diverse, egalitarian and inclusive society.

  • Values

    Aligned with the Groupe BPCE values and inspired by our local unique culture, we aim to achieve a sustainability culture.

    Together, we aspire to build a sustainable legacy for the new generations.

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    Mission

    Strengthen and make visible Natixis in Portugal contribution to local society and the environment, cultivating a sustainability culture.

    Through a proactive approach, we engage with local stakeholders and create opportunities for the community around us.

  • desktop.jpg

    Vision

    Our strategy is based on 4 Impact areas & 6 Sustainable Development Goals to support our local strategy.

    Actively contribute to promote economic and social impact in a greener, sustainable, diverse, egalitarian and inclusive society.

  • desktop.jpg

    Values

    Aligned with the Groupe BPCE values and inspired by our local unique culture, we aim to achieve a sustainability culture.

    Together, we aspire to build a sustainable legacy for the new generations.

Impact Areas

  • Inclusive and Caring Employer

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    Provide our team with the best health and wellbeing conditions and compose a diverse and inclusive workforce.

  • Environmental Committed Agent

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    Ensure the best environmental management by reducing the impact of digital technology, energy consumption, and CO₂ emissions, while promoting a more sustainable and efficient workplace.

  • Impactful and Proactive Player in Society

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    Actively contribute to creating social and environmental impact by promoting a more equal and inclusive society, consolidating and reinforcing our impact on the community through mentoring, volunteering, and social campaigns.

  • Responsible Contributor to the Economy

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    Integration of ESG criteria into our procurement policy to enhance the sustainability of our value chain.

Impact Areas

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    Inclusive and Caring Employer

    Provide our team with the best health and wellbeing conditions and compose a diverse and inclusive workforce.

  • Rooftop garden with vegetables planted at Natixis in Portugal and a blurred pink flower in the foreground

    Environmental Committed Agent

    Ensure the best environmental management by reducing the impact of digital technology, energy consumption, and CO₂ emissions, while promoting a more sustainable and efficient workplace.

  • A woman gestures animatedly while talking to an elderly couple sitting in a rickshaw.

    Impactful and Proactive Player in Society

    Actively contribute to creating social and environmental impact by promoting a more equal and inclusive society, consolidating and reinforcing our impact on the community through mentoring, volunteering, and social campaigns.

  • An employee sits at a laptop.

    Responsible Contributor to the Economy

    Integration of ESG criteria into our procurement policy to enhance the sustainability of our value chain.

ESG Manifesto

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Natixis in Portugal

Our vision is to create an enduring legacy by embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are dedicated to building a future where every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued.

Etienne Huret, CEO of Natixis in Portugal

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are fundamental pillars for creating a more diverse, fair and welcoming workplace. Integrated into our ESG Framework - Inclusive and Caring Employer -  we aim to implement a dedicated DEI strategy that provides optimal health and well-being conditions while fostering a genuinely inclusive work environment for all.
Our priorities and commitments
  • 1

    Belonging, Engagement & Trust

    We aim to inspire our leadership team to actively champion and embody our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, while fostering a culture of unwavering trust and inclusion throughout the organization.

  • 2

    Gender

    We are dedicated to empowering women in STEM areas to pursue leadership roles & drive innovation and paving the way for a more inclusive and dynamic future.

  • 3

    People with disabilities

    We are committed to enabling and elevating the representation of people with disabilities. By cultivating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of ability, can thrive and bring their whole selves to work, fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and opportunity.

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Our Presence in the Community

Social and environmental responsibility is fundamental to our values. At Natixis in Portugal, we believe in the power of sponsorships, corporate volunteering, donations, and green initiatives. By involving our employees in these efforts, we aim to give back to society effectively.
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    Green Initiatives

    We are committed to build a greener world, one step at a time. We actively participate in global awareness campaigns such as European Sustainable Development Week, European Mobility Week, European Week for Waste Reduction, and Digital Cleanup Day.

    However, our efforts go beyond that. In our office, we also encourage green mobility by providing to the Natixis community free-use bamboo bikes.
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    Urban Garden

    We brought nature to our office by transforming a terrace into an ecological and fruitful space. We have implemented a self-sustainable urban garden on our rooftop. 100% of the products cultivated in the Natixis Urban Garden are donated to two local institutions. Since 2018, we have donated more than 1,800 kg.
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    Carbon Footprint

    At Natixis in Portugal, we´re committed to promote our culture of sustainability in our daily operations, aspiring to reduce our carbon footprint by identifying best practices and pursuing continuous improvement. As part of this commitment, we conduct a detailed measurement of our carbon footprint.

    In 2025, the measurement of Natixis in Portugal was mentioned in the first Sustainability Report of Groupe BPCE
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    Donations

    Making a positive impact on our local community has been a priority for us. We have collaborated with various local institutions to achieve this goal through social campaigns and dedicated initiatives.
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    Sponsorships

    We believe in the power of sponsorship to drive growth and positive impact. We’re dedicated to foster culture, innovation, sports, solidarity and environmental causes.
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    Corporate Volunteering

    At Natixis in Portugal, we’re committed to promote corporate volunteering programs encouraging the employees to make a positive impact.

    Though local and global initiatives such as: Champions for Change, Planète Urgence and collaborating with Refood Bonfim and Cycling Without Age, we actively encourage our employees to contribute their time, skills, and energy to meaningful social causes.

Our Partners

At Natixis in Portugal, we believe in creating meaningful impact beyond financial services. Through partnerships with trusted organizations, we support initiatives that promote education, sports, innovation and environmental causes.
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Cycling Without Age

Cycling Without Age Portugal is a non-profit movement that, through trishaw rides conducted by volunteers, provides experiences for seniors and people with reduced mobility. The aim is to strengthen intergenerational bonds and promote a more humane and inclusive mobility.
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Refood Bonfim

Refood is a volunteer-based solidarity movement that combats food waste by rescuing surplus food in good condition and distributing it free of charge to individuals and families in need, creating a community and sustainable support network. Refood Bonfim opened its doors in July 2022.
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Serralves Foundation

The foundation aims to promote contemporary art and culture, as well as preserve and disseminate natural and architectural heritage.
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BBDouro

BBDouro is a company specialized in nautical services and experiences on the Douro River, with the ambition of being recognized for its excellence and focused on promoting and developing sailing as an accessible sport for all.
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Portuguese Women in Tech

Portuguese Women in Tech was launched in April 2016, by Liliana Castro and Inês Santos Silva, with a dual mission: support women in technology by providing visibility, networking, mentorship and by creating trainings and other opportunities; and attract more women and girls to tech.
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Stand4Good

Stand4Good seeks to inspire and empower young people to realize their full potential, helping them prepare for their future through quality educational and professional opportunities.
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APPDI

APPDI - Portuguese Association for Diversity and Inclusion is a non-profit association whose mission is to promote diversity and inclusion (D&I) in organizations and civil society, through the promotion of initiatives such as the Portuguese Charter for Diversity, the Engineers for a Day Program and the Divers@as and Ativ@s Project.
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Zero

Associação Sistema Terrestre Sustentável, born in 2015, is a national non-profit association for the defense of sustainability values in Portuguese society. ZERO believes that it is only through the balance between environment, society and economy that it will be possible to build a more cohesive world, socially and economically, in full respect for the natural limits of the planet.
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Grace

Responsible Companies is a non-profit public utility business association that operates in the areas of Social Responsibility and Sustainability. Its mission is to promote and develop a sustainable business culture.
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Bantumen

BANTUMEN is an online magazine in Portuguese, featuring original content that seeks to reflect the current state of Black Lusophone culture. It is the first digital communication platform dedicated to the Portuguese-speaking Black community based in Europe.
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Faculdade de Economia do Porto

Bloomberg Finance Lab supported by Natixis - a cutting-edge facility designed to bring students closer to the realities of global financial markets using advanced technology.
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Fundação Lar Nossa Senhora do Livramento

The Foundation Lar Nossa Senhora do Livramento (FLNSL) is a non-profit Private Social Solidarity Institution (IPSS) that offers two social services: the Residential Care Home (CAR) for girls aged 6 to 25 and the kindergarten (JI) for children from 3 years old until they enter the 1st Cycle.
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Fundação Infantil Ronald McDonald Portugal

The Ronald McDonald Children’s Foundation Portugal symbolizes support and comfort for families during the most critical times when their children are undergoing hospital treatment. With the mission of being a "Home away from home," the foundation has already assisted over 6,000 families in Portugal.
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