People’s Leasing awarded German-based Sustainability Standards Certification

People’s Leasing & Finance PLC was awarded the Certificate of Acceptance under the Sustainability Standards and Certification Initiative (SSCI) at the Global Sustainable Finance Conference (GSFC), held in Karlsruhe, Germany, recently.

The conference is a global forum focused on innovating banking and finance for a sustainable world. People’s Leasing received the award from Arshad Rab, Chairman, International Council of Sustainability Standards and Certification, CEO, European Organisation for Sustainable Development (EOSD), the local company said in a media release.

Pradeep Amirthanayagam, Chairman People’s Leasing stated, “At People's Leasing, we are committed to embracing sustainability as a guiding principle for building a better and brighter future for our stakeholders, society, and the environment. The Certification of Acceptance showcases how we will move beyond financial success towards responsible business practices and environmental stewardship. We aim to create a positive ripple effect, inspiring others in our industry to champion sustainability and contribute to a greener, more equitable world.”

The SSCI is a global initiative for implementing and maintaining holistic, universally accepted, and executable across-the-board sustainability standards. The certification is a formal acknowledgment presented to People’s Leasing for successfully meeting or integrating sustainability standards. It also shows the company’s commitment to environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and well-governed business operations towards the globally recognised sustainable programme. To-date, countries such as Malaysia, Cambodia, India, Africa, and Turkey have also enrolled in the programme, demonstrating collective efforts towards sustainability.

The company has implemented a range of initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental footprint, promoting financial inclusion, and supporting local communities. Promoting green consciousness across the value chain, People’s Leasing continues to play its part towards environmental sustainability reducing its carbon footprint. Investing in communities, People’s Leasing persists in uplifting education and empowering communities.

The certification also marks the beginning of a transformative journey and testament to the organisation's steadfast commitment to creating a positive impact on the world through environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. It also represents an opportunity for the company to further engage and empower employees, partners, and stakeholders in a collective mission towards a more sustainable future.