ESG strategy
ESG strategy
When it comes to environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters, our company acts on two fronts:
As a listed company
We are committed to being a company aligned with the best sustainability practices.
As market driver
We encourage listed companies and the whole market to advance in environmental, social and governance areas.
To implement these two fronts, we adopted, since 2020, a sustainability strategy which was approved by the Board of Executive Officers and is applicable to the entire organization.
Through this strategy we aim to promote positive impact for all stakeholders and thus drive sustainable economic development for society to prosper.
Three pillars
The strategy is guided by three pillars:
Be a company aligned with sustainability best practices
This pillar speaks to our internal ESG management, through which we seek alignment with existing environmental best practices in the market. It includes, for example, internal initiatives related to climate change, corporate governance and risk management.
In the Social dimension, one of our priorities is Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE&I). To implement diversity initiatives , we have a specific department in the organization, with a set strategy.
Similar to ESG, our DE&I strategy also includes two fronts: internally we seek to improve our work environment and increase representation from underrepresented groups; and externally we seek to drive the adoption of best practices by providing the market with data, knowledge and tools.
Another subject that we prioritize in the Social dimension is support for society. At B3 this work is led by B3 Social, whose mission is to reduce inequality in Brazil by financing social projects that support public education.
In addition to its grantmaking practices, B3 Social is also responsible for the employee engagement program at B3 and for engaging clients and other stakeholders in Corporate Social Investment initiatives.
Through these initiatives, B3 Social is aligned with B3´s materiality matrix as it contributes to the development of human capital in the Brazilian market.
Drive ESG best practices in the Brazilian market
On this front, we support listed companies and the market in general on their ESG journeys and encourage individual investors to join the Brazilian financial and capital market.
Strengthen the portfolio of products and open new ESG fronts
We want to improve already available ESG products and identify new market opportunities. To this end, we promote the development and launch of new products and services that can boost the environmental, social and governance agenda.
Our ESG products are available three segments: Listed Market; OTC Market; and Technology, Data and Services.
ESG in practice
Beyond our sustainability stratety, we also have the Social, Environmental and Climate Responsibility Policy, which is approved by the Board of Directors and establishes principles, guidelines, and corporate practices that guide our business. Other policies are available at the Investor Relations website.
ESG in practice
To find out more about initiatives related to each pillar of the ESG strategy, such as diversity, equity and inclusion practices; social investment; and corporate governance and climate change, please access our Annual Report or send a message to [email protected].
