Financing for Energy, Infrastructure and Transformation

As a specialist financier, NORD/LB supports companies and projects in selected industries and future-oriented sectors. These include renewable energy, energy and grid infrastructure, storage solutions, as well as other technologies and projects relevant to the transformation of the economy and infrastructure.

In our financing decisions, we consider defined ESG requirements alongside economic and risk-related criteria. For selected sectors, we have developed Transformation Guidelines that include sector-specific requirements, exclusion criteria and additional assessment criteria. Our aim is to support customers with suitable financing projects and to incorporate developments in relevant markets and sectors into our analyses and management processes at an early stage.

 

Transparent and accessible sustainability reporting


Our sustainability reporting is based on the requirements of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). The implementation of these requirements helps to improve the transparency, comparability, and traceability of disclosed sustainability-related information.

NORD/LB Sustainability Report

 

ESG strategy

We embed sustainability through measurable targets and transparent reporting. Climate and sustainability risks are an integral part of our lending process and portfolio management. We disclose progress, deviations from targets and the methodologies applied, and align our reporting with recognised reporting standards.

ESG Strategy, financial year 2026

Transformation Guidelines

Our Transformation Guidelines define minimum standards, exclusion criteria and sector principles for our lending business, reflecting our strategic ESG positioning. They are an essential component of our lending decisions.

Transformation Guidelines, September 2026

ESG Governance

Our ESG Governance provides the framework for the strategic management, accountability and integration of sustainability throughout the Bank. It defines clear roles, processes and decision-making pathways to embed ESG systematically.

ESG-Governance, February 2026

Social Impact Report

Our employees are the foundation of our success. We create conditions that enable development through skills-focused training and a broad range of occupational health initiatives. The Social Impact Report (SIR) provides an overview of our key areas of focus.

Social Impact Report, March 2026

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Partner for Investments in Energy Infrastructure and Transformation

We know our regional roots and serve our customers across regions.

NORD/LB supports investments in wind power, solar energy and storage technologies through structured capital solutions and in-depth risk analysis. We support project developers, energy companies and municipalities in implementing climate-related infrastructure projects – from financing individual assets to complex energy portfolios.

Our focus is particularly on investments in our customers' energy and transformation projects. Sustainability criteria, regulatory requirements and sector-specific assessment standards are a binding part of the lending decision. Climate and transition risks are assessed systematically and integrated into risk management.

Braunschweigische Landessparkasse

With its products and services, the Braunschweigische Landessparkasse enables individuals to establish a sound economic foundation across all life circumstances. It supports its private, commercial and public clients in their transition towards a climate‑aligned, environmentally responsible and sustainable economic model.

 

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Environmental

We finance projects in areas such as renewable energy, energy infrastructure, storage technologies and selected transformation projects.
We combine sector expertise with transparent standards and explain how sustainability aspects are considered in financing and risk processes.
Find out how we integrate sustainability aspects into our financing and risk processes and the role financing plays in transformation projects.

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Social

NORD/LB assumes responsibility – for its employees as well as for society. Social aspects are firmly implemented in our corporate management and culture. This includes fair and reliable working conditions, the promotion of diversity and equal opportunities, as well as offers for health promotion and the continuous professional and personal development of our employees. Beyond NORD/LB itself, we are specifically committed to social initiatives, especially in the areas of education and the common good.

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Governance

We stand for strong corporate governance based on defined responsibilities, decision-making structures and effective control mechanisms. We are committed to high standards of integrity, reliable processes and consistent compliance with legal and regulatory standards. ESG is firmly embedded in our management framework and supports responsible, long-term corporate governance. This helps us align our actions with stability, sustainability-related considerations and trust.

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