TAIPEI (Taiwan News) – Taipei Fubon Bank has once again ranked among the top 25% of banks in Taiwan in the Financial Supervisory Commission’s (FSC) second annual Sustainable Finance Evaluation.
This marks the second consecutive year Taipei Fubon Bank has received the distinction, highlighting its steadfast adherence to the four key sustainability pillars of its parent company, Fubon Financial: Decarbonization, Digitalization, Empowerment, and Connection.
In pursuit of sustainable business practices, the bank has implemented several governance initiatives, including a “Responsibility Map and Accountability Policy” to enhance board functionality and manage conflicts of interest. It has launched an automated financial reporting system and participated in global tax compliance projects to improve transparency.
The bank has also completed a full audit and review of personal data across the organization, renewing its BSI BS 10012:2017 certification for data protection. Security measures such as malware analysis systems, cybersecurity monitoring platforms, fraud detection “Eagle Eye Model,” and AML/CFT systems have further reinforced operational resilience and customer fund safety.
Recognizing that employees are the cornerstone of sustainable development, Taipei Fubon Bank has prioritized workplace well-being, career development, and competitive compensation. Employee benefits surpass legal requirements, offering 10 weeks of paid maternity leave, NT$100,000 (US$3,075) birth subsidies, NT$24,000 annual childcare subsidies, and flexible long-term care benefits.
It also provides access to professional support, including doctors, psychologists, nurses, occupational safety managers, and legal consultants. These efforts have earned the bank HR Asia’s “Best Companies to Work for in Asia Awards” for four consecutive years.
Taipei Fubon Bank implemented energy-saving measures in 2024 that reduced carbon emissions by 7,281 metric tons—equivalent to the annual carbon absorption of 18.8 Daan Forest Parks. The bank continues to expand green finance by funding renewable energy and environmental projects, promoting green mortgages, digital billing, and integrating climate risk mapping into lending practices.
In 2024, the bank’s green loans and investments totaled NT$582.5 billion, with NT$2.5 billion in sustainable bond issuance and the launch of 34 ESG-related funds and bonds.
Taipei Fubon Bank continues to advance social sustainability through targeted initiatives in elderly care, support for the disadvantaged, and educational development. It has improved accessibility for the elderly, people with disabilities, and migrant workers through user-friendly banking materials and services.
Additionally, the bank plans to integrate resources from non-profit organizations, social enterprises, and educational institutions to amplify the impact of its core financial services.
To foster trust and stakeholder understanding, Taipei Fubon Bank has published its Sustainability Report since 2023, in line with GRI Standards, SASB Commercial Bank Guidelines, and other global disclosure frameworks. These transparency efforts were recognized with the Gold Award for Sustainability Reporting at the 2024 Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards (TCSA).
The bank will continue to expand green and inclusive finance, working with stakeholders to build a more sustainable and equitable future.