Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam’s head office in Hà Nội has been awarded the prestigious LEED Gold certification. — Photo courtesy of the bank

Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam’s head office in Hà Nội has been awarded the prestigious LEED Gold certification, demonstrating the bank's unwavering commitment to sustainability to deliver the most environmentally conscious design.

The bank has fulfilled the standards set by the LEED Green Building rating system of the US Green Building Council and verified by Green Business Certification.

The achievement highlights the successful attainment of LEED of the bank’s head office in Capital Place in the category of Interior Design and Construction. Standard Chartered premises located at 29 Liễu Giai, Ba Đình District, serves as a prime example of sustainable practices and responsible design. Highlights of LEED include a range of factors, including energy efficiency, human health and well-being, water conservation, indoor environmental quality, sustainable and regenerative material cycles, and active community engagement. Attaining the LEED Gold certification solidifies the bank's dedication to advancing the United Nations' sustainable development goals (SDGs), from improving health and well-being, to ensuring clean water, enhancing energy efficiency, and minimising carbon emissions.

Michele Wee, CEO of Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam said: "The LEED Gold certification for our premises reflects our shared values and commitment to crafting spaces that excel in functionality while minimising our ecological footprint. We are very proud of our team for their passion and dedication and working together to deliver this achievement. Standard Chartered commits to continue to drive sustainable economic growth, embrace responsible practices and invest in the Vietnamese community."

In a strategic move initiated in 2022, the bank consolidated its three Hà Nội locations into all-in-one space, designed to optimise employee experience. The new setup boasts an open-plan layout that fosters a comfortable and spacious work environment. Technological integration, sustainable lighting systems, eco-friendly facility materials, real-time indoor air quality monitoring, and WHO-compliant safe drinking water are just a few of the innovative features implemented. The bank has also set ambitious targets to reach net-zero carbon emissions from financed activity by 2050, including interim 2030 targets for the most carbon-intensive sectors and a target to mobilise US$300 billion of Sustainable Finance by 2030. — VNS