Bank of the Philippine Islands

Pioneering Responsible Banking and Sustainable Finance Infrastructure

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) stands as a premier financial institution in the Philippines, anchoring its long-term corporate growth in responsible finance and inclusive economic participation. Built on a 175-year legacy of banking excellence, BPI transforms traditional banking operations into an essential catalyst for national progress and environmental stewardship. Through its Sustainable Development Finance (SDF) program, BPI has funded hundreds of sustainability projects, mobilizing hundreds of billions of pesos toward renewable energy (RE), energy efficiency, climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, sustainable water, and pollution control. Demonstrating sector leadership, RE accounts for over 55 percent of the bank’spower generation financing portfolio as of year-end 2025, far exceeding national averages. By aligning its corporate lending strategy with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, BPI ensures that capital allocation directly supports environmental protection and social advancement across the archipelago.

Driving Green Financing, Transition to Low Carbon Alternatives, and Operational Eco-Efficiency

At the core of BPI’s award-winning sustainability framework is a commitment to sector decarbonisation, green product innovation, and operational efficiency. Through its Green Solutions program, the bank provides accessible financing to Filipinos for rooftop solar panels, electric vehicles, and hybrid vehicles. Operationally, BPI leads the Philippine banking sector in environmental standards by converting 100 of its branches and all of its bank-owned high-rise headquarters to use 100 percent renewable power while securing IFC EDGE green building certifications for dozens of its branches.

‍Empowering Micro-Entrepreneurs, Inclusive Communities, and Ethical Governance

BPI operates under the firm conviction that sustainable development requires economic inclusion and social equity. Through its microfinance arm, BanKo, the institution delivers specialized financial access to hundreds of thousands of self-employed micro-entrepreneurs and small-to-medium enterprises. Dedicated programs such as Agri NegosyoKo support rural agricultural producers, while specialized loan facilities empower public educators, bridging economic divides in underserved regions. Guided by rigorous Exclusion List policies that bar financing for environmentally damaging activities, BPI maintains transparent governance and ethical accountability across all financial operations.

Setting the Benchmark for Top Sustainability Advocates in Asia

Earning recognition among Top Sustainability Advocates in Asia at the ACES Awards, BPI shows how a leading financial enterprise can redefine regional commerce through climate advocacy. Supervised by strong corporate governance and aligned with national climate-related policies, the institution bridges financial capital with planetary protection. Through its synthesis of sustainable finance programs, green operational branch networks, and inclusive microfinance solutions, BPI continues to set an extraordinary benchmark for sustainable banking leadership across Southeast Asia.