Content tagged with "ecoeficiency"
The journey to smart cities
A great number of metropolis all over the world are evolving towards the smart city concept, a term that covers a broad spectrum of approaches which, despite their differences, have all at their core an efficient use of the resources and the… Continue reading The journey to smart cities »
BBVA support the ‘Earth Hour’ campaign
BBVA Group again demonstrates its commitment to the environment, by once more supporting the ‘Earth Hour’ initiative. Tomorrow, Saturday, at 20:30 we will switch off the lights at many of our most emblematic buildings and numerous BBVA branches worldwide. Specifically, BBVA will… Continue reading BBVA support the ‘Earth Hour’ campaign »
Environmental management system certification for 10 corporate buildings
Environmental Management Systems are comprised of actions intended to meet environmental legislation requirements and to reduce the impact that activities have on the environment by controlling the processes causing the impact. BBVA Bancomer was granted certification for 5 corporate buildings and re-certification… Continue reading Environmental management system certification for 10 corporate buildings »
Two headquarters of Territorial offices in Spain obtain the environmental certification ISO 14001
The Territorial Head Offices in Seville and Valencia have received ISO 14001 certification from the worldwide standards organization DNV (Det Norske Veritas, the Norwegian acronym). The standard ISO 14001 guarantees that the activities of these buildings are such as they have the least possible environmental impact, with the reduction of use of natural resources and the control of waste, spills, and carbon emissions.
BBVA inaugurates a new eco-efficient office in Lleida, Spain
BBVA Spain and Portugal, through the Premises department, a part of the Purchasing department, Premises and Services (CIS), in collaboration with the Catalunya DAR and the Technology and Operations department, has completed the project of three eco-efficient offices: small (Madrid – Arturo Soria), medium-size (Aranjuez) and large (Lleida). The inauguration of this office in Lleida falls within the BBVA Group Global Eco-efficiency Plan launched in 2008 and will make it possible to save an additional 60% annually and to reduce CO2 by 86,340 Kg.
Three BBVA initiatives are shortlisted for the IDB beyond Banking awards
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has announced, via its website, the projects shortlisted for the 2011 edition of the beyond Banking awards. Three BBVA initiatives have been chosen to compete in the following categories: - Planet: Green certifications (LEED and ISO 14001)… Continue reading Three BBVA initiatives are shortlisted for the IDB beyond Banking awards »
BBVA joins the CDP Carbon Action initiative
The Group renews its environmental commitment. The Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) represents over 550 institutional investors worldwide. Its main purpose is to provide these investors with tools to help them to understand how large companies assess the risks and opportunities associated with climate change, and how they are adapting to this. Currently, climate change is no longer exclusively an external threat for companies but is developing into a factor in competitiveness which requires a strategic approach.
BBVA named Best Finance House North America for renewable energy in 2011
Environmental Finance Magazine has named BBVA Best Finance House, North America for Renewable Energy in 2011. This award is a result of one of the most closely watched polls across the carbon, renewable energy, weather risk and US emissions markets. Over 1000… Continue reading BBVA named Best Finance House North America for renewable energy in 2011 »
BBVA provides its customers with a new Monthly Statement that is simpler and eco-efficient
BBVA has completed implementing the new Monthly Report in Spain. A new way of communicating with customers that is simpler and practical, as it includes all the customer’s financial information in a single document such as account movements, credit card statement and supporting documents for the calendar month of debits, transfers or loans.
BBVA contributes its efforts on integrating sustainable development in a Global Compact report
In 2008 BBVA launched the Global Eco-efficiency Plan (PGE) for the period 2008-2012, making it the first Spanish financial institution of the few at an international level to launch a plan of this kind. The PGE includes targets for reducing energy consumption,… Continue reading BBVA contributes its efforts on integrating sustainable development in a Global Compact report »
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