Sustainability Framework
The Bank’s Sustainability Framework defines the strategies that serve as guideposts in its journey towards sustainability.
We create products and services which anticipate the evolving needs of our customers and support sustainable development goals.
We develop our capabilities to understand our customers and reach the underserved markets with relevant products and services that meet their unique needs and ways of doing business.


BDO products and services anticipate our customers' needs and support sustainable development goals. Learn more about them:
We support the achievement of national economic goals through financial inclusion and impact financing in infrastructure, eco-friendly solutions, green facilities, and disaster resilience initiatives.








Economic Impact
BDO supports the Philippine economic development goals through financial inclusion and impact financing in renewable energy, infrastructure, eco-friendly solutions, green facilities, and disaster resilience initiatives.
BDO contributes to the country’s sustained economic growth through delivering various banking products and services that help create a dynamic business environment, promote local and foreign investments, and accelerate economic activities.
Economic Value
As of December 31, 2021
We develop leaders in the sustainability movement. We aim to grow a “can lead” workforce that adopts a sustainability mindset and thrives with innovative thinking and customerfocused attitude.



Employee Profile
As of December 31, 2021
We leverage our resources towards the relief, rehabilitation, and recovery of disaster-stricken communities.






BDO Foundation: Finding ways to serve the Filipino
As of December 31, 2021
We continuously enhance our corporate governance framework to sustain superior business performance anchored on the principles of accountability, transparency, integrity, and fairness, together with our partners.


Sustainability Governance
BDO’s commitment to sustainability is fostered at the Board level, role modeled by senior executive leaders, executed by the business units and subsidiaries, and brought to life by BDO employees. BDO’s sustainable development strategies are anchored on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
As of December 31, 2021




Target 1.a | Target 2.3 | Target 3.8 | Target 4.7 | |||
PHP 21.9 billion
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PHP 17.2 billion in loans to agribusiness projects |
121 Rural
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29 million learners and
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As of December 31, 2021




Target 5.5 | Target 6.4 | Target 7.2 | Target 8.5 | |
59% female
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58.6 million liters of water recycled
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PHP 85.4 billion
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38,873 employees
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As of December 31, 2021




Target 9.4 | Target 10.2 | Target 11.a | Target 12.6 | |
PHP 548 billion
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25% increase
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PHP 85.4 billion
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38,873 employees
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As of December 31, 2021



Target 13.2 | Target 14.2 | Target 15.3 |
4,266,687 tonnes of carbon dioxide avoided
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PHP 1.1 billion
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PHP 85.4 billion
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As of December 31, 2021


Target 16.6 | Target 17.16 |
Platinum Award for the 12th consecutive year
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New partnerships
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Alignment to the United Nations Global Compact Principles
BDO supports the principles of the United Nations Global Compact. The Bank upholds:
- Corporate governance
- Climate-friendly solutions and opportunities for business
- Access to clean, renewable, and reliable energy sources and services
- The adoption of instruments that help quantify, manage, and report on the carbon footprint of its businesses
- The responsibility to protect the dignity of every person and uphold human rights
- The recognition of the role of women in achieving economic growth and poverty reduction
- The elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labor, and child labor
Inquiries regarding Sustainability at BDO, ESG data, and sustainability reports should be coursed through the BDO Sustainability Office.
BDO Sustainability Office
35/F BDO Corporate Center Ortigas
12 ADB Avenue
Ortigas Center
Mandaluyong City 1554
Philippines
Telephone: (+632) 8840-7000 local 34803
Email: sustainability@bdo.com.ph