Sustainability

Sustainability is an integral part of our strategy, and as a major financial institution, we have the opportunity and responsibility to contribute to resilient communities and responsible industries. From affordable energy to human rights, biodiversity to data security, we partner with stakeholders to identify and integrate relevant environmental and social factors into strategy, financial solutions, and operations.

Our Commitment Sustainable Finance People and Community

Our Commitment

We recognize that our business and operations impact our planet, economy, and society, and have made sustainability a core component of our business and client offerings.

A Smaller Footprint

We continuously look for ways to reduce our carbon footprint in our real estate and operations across the region. From LEED certified offices to energy efficient lighting, composting and recycling programs, we seek new and innovative ways to lessen our environmental impact.

Advancing sustainability and transparency

Transparency is foundational to all aspects of sustainability. Mizuho reports regularly on our fundamental approach and strategy, the quantitative and qualitative results of our initiatives, and our progress towards achieving our targets. Mizuho’s sustainability initiatives have received outstanding evaluations and recognition, and the firm is included in numerous social responsibility investment indices both inside and outside Japan.

Our sustainability goals include:

Extend JPY100 trillion in sustainable financing, of which JPY50 trillion is environmental finance, by FY2030
Reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions group wide:
- Carbon neutral by FY2030 (Scopes 1 and 2)
- Established medium-term sector-specific reduction targets for emissions in accordance with NZBA (Scope 3)
- Net-zero GHG from our finance portfolio by FY2050 (Scope 3)
Reduce our FY2019 outstanding credit balance for coal-fired power generation facilities by 50% by FY2030, and to zero by FY2040
Reinforce our robust ESG policy framework and climate change risk management
Support our clients’ transition toward 2030

Learn more about our global sustainability initiatives and policy framework >‍

Voluntary Carbon Market Disclosure Act >

Sustainable Finance

Sustainable finance is a core offering. We leverage our top-tier capital markets franchise to provide structuring and advisory expertise, working with each client to develop bespoke and innovative solutions.

Sustainable Finance Products and Services

Bonds

Green Bonds
Social Bonds
Sustainability Bonds
Sustainability-linked Bonds
Municipal Bonds
Private Placement

Advisory

ESG Ratings Advisory
ESG Structuring
Industry Insights

Loans

Green Loans
Social Financing
Sustainability Loans
Sustainability-linked Loans
Renewable Energy Project Finance
Public/Private Partnerships
Community Development Loans

Learn more about our financing capabilities

People and Community

We bring together industry expertise, global experience and varied perspectives, creating a responsive team that cares about their clients, colleagues, and communities. Together, we help ensure businesses grow, economies thrive, and communities are supported.

Explore some of the ways we give our time, talent and funding to help create a more sustainable world.