We firmly believe that companies with high levels of social and environmental responsibility can generate greater value for their shareholders, in addition to obtaining better results in the long term.
Our experience shows that social and economic benefits can coexist and are positively correlated in the long term. We therefore evaluate the impact of our business has on society and the environment and adopt thoughtful, tangible and measurable initiatives to help build a better world, while maximizing the return for our clients.
In addition, we offer a wide range of sustainable financial products, enabling our clients to reflect these values in their investments.
Our current and future sustainability initiatives are aligned with Spanish and European regulatory guidelines (CSRD, SFRD).
Over its history, Beka has effectively implemented the use of financial, human, intellectual and social capital to support philanthropic and social impact causes. From the creation of multiple foundations to the adoption of a groundbreaking position in impact investing in Spain, our organization has played a crucial role in drivinginnovative initiatives aimed at generating positive and significant changes in society.
We measure the Group's impact on society and the environment, identifying actions to mitigate or prevent negative impacts.
We also enhance positive impact through Social Action and Civic, Environmental and Governance Commitment, and report our impact to our stakeholders .
We have developed and continue to work with the aim of offering a broad range of financial products with a significant social and/or environmental impact component.
In 2021, we launched the first private equity fund in Spain to adhere to Article 9 of the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosures Regulation, focused on investment in the agriculture sector .
We adhere to the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), endorsed by the United Nations, reaffirming our commitment to sustainability. These voluntary principles provide us with a solid framework for effectively integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria into our investment decisions and management practices. This approach strengthens our ongoing commitment to promote sustainability in all areas of the Group.
We are committed to global sustainability through our alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our overall sustainability score of 78.9%, as assessed by the SDG Action Manager, reflects strong performance in key areas such as human rights, responsible labor practices, environmental management and good governance practices.
In a first phase, we will focus on SDGs 8 (Decent work and economic growth), 9 (Industry, innovation and infrastructure) and 17 (Partnerships for the goals), driving innovation, decent jobs, inclusive growth and strategic cooperation. By integrating these objectives into our operations, we not only generate value for the company, but also contribute to the well-being of our communities and the sustainable development of the planet.
