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Our Stands
Accelerating Zero
We believe the transition to a net zero carbon economy presents an opportunity for innovation and growth.
The world must reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 to limit the worst effects of climate change. This will require efforts across stakeholder groups to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, climate resilient economy.
Policymakers, businesses and financial institutions must work together to ensure that finance is an enabler of change.
The need for a just transition that addresses environmental challenges, while ensuring inclusive economic and social development in the footprint markets where we operate, is a priority for the Group.
Accelerating Zero is one of our three Stands, our long-term ambitions on climate, financial inclusion and globalisation.
Find out more about our other two Stands, Lifting Participation and Resetting Globalisation.
Accelerating Zero in Bangladesh
Mohammed, a teacher in the Teknaf region of Bangladesh, provides an example of how a more reliable electricity supply can help communities across the country.
Photography capturing our changing climate
The Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year competition seeks to raise awareness about the impact of extreme weather events.
The role of finance in the net zero transition
Standard Chartered Group Chief Executive Bill Winters shares his insights on why the path to net zero is about prosperity.
Piloting carbon removal with British Airways
We’ve partnered with industry leaders to help provide debt financing for projects that seek to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Supporting innovation to drive the transition to net zero
Our Group CEO, Bill Winters, joins a discussion about financing a just transition during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos.
Learn more about our net zero commitments
Our net zero roadmap
How we plan to transition to net zero carbon emissions
Sector specific targets
How we plan to transition to net zero carbon emissions
Our position statement
How we seek to manage climate-related risks
How we approach sustainability
Standard Chartered has an important role to play in supporting our clients, sectors and markets to deliver net zero, but to do so in a manner that supports livelihoods and promotes sustainable economic growth. We currently provide financial services to clients, sectors and markets that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions however we’re committed to net zero in our own operations by 2025 and in our financed emissions by 2050.