Published Sustainability Policies
In 2022, TKYB maintained its commitment to its Environmental and Social Policy and strengthened its
adherence to its guiding principles. This policy, which was implemented by the Bank in January 2020, aims
to manage the direct and indirect environmental and social impacts of its operational activities and financial
services, and it applies to all Bank employees and activities.
The Bank is well aware of the significance of environmental and social development, as well as the long-term
benefits these processes provide. TKYB firmly believes that the policy should be an integral part of routine
decision-making processes in all investment and loan-providing practices with respect to environmental and
social risk assessment.
In this context, the Bank has developed an Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS). This system is
designed to be active throughout the loan term and aims to safeguard investments against credit, reputation,
environmental, and social risks.
The Bank evaluates all lending activities in accordance with national environmental and social laws, the Bank’s
own policies and procedures, and other international environmental and social standards, such as the World Bank
E&S Standards, IFC Performance Standards, and other international environmental and social standards with
which the Bank is committed to comply when necessary. The Sustainability Committee is responsible for
monitoring and updating the Environmental and Social Policy, while the Board of Directors is responsible for
approving the policy and repealing it when necessary.
In 2022, the Bank have not supported or financed investments with potentially unacceptable environmental and
social impacts. The commitment to preserve biodiversity and cultural heritage remains a prominent component
of each investment it finances.
Aware of the effects of climate change on social welfare, economic development, and financial stability,
TKYB remains committed to making combating climate change the focal point of its strategic objectives in 2022.
In this context, the Bank’s Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Policy was published in June 2020.
In accordance with this policy, the Bank carefully monitors greenhouse gas emissions from its operational
activities and sets reduction targets.
Each year, TKYB voluntarily reports its performance regarding greenhouse gas emissions to the Carbon
Disclosure Project (CDP) Climate Change Program. The Bank organizes training programs and creates a platform
for the exchange of ideas in order to raise environmental awareness and provide suggestions for improving its
environmental impacts. At the same time, the Bank considers compliance with environmental and social procedures
and principles when evaluating all service, investment, and project financing transactions.
In 2022, the Bank has remained committed to these policies and emphasized the importance of combating climate
change at all levels. In this context, TKYB’s commitment to a sustainable future and its policies in this
area continue to serve as pillars of the organization’s strategic objectives.