Our approach
Sustainability
Our efforts focus on five themes, through which we seek to support customers, clients and other stakeholders in the markets in which we have a presence.
Customers and clients
Innovating to ensure our products and services meet the changing needs of customers and clients.
Inclusive banking
Extending the reach of banking services through partnerships and products, and reducing financial exclusion.
Diversity and our people
We promote an inclusive culture attracting, respecting and retaining colleagues from a variety of backgrounds.
Environment
Minimising direct environmental impacts by managing our carbon footprint and mitigating the risks associated with climate change.
Responsible global citizenship
Managing Barclays indirect economic, ethical, social and environmental impacts, and supporting the communities in which we have a presence.
Reporting
Sustainability Report 2008
The report highlights how Barclays is progressing its sustainability agenda in the communities where it operates, focusing on five strategic themes where we believe progress to be of greatest value to our stakeholders.
