South Africa is facing major challenges: An unstable energy supply is holding back economic development, while climate change is threatening valuable ecosystems. DEG supports a just transition.

As of May 2026, KfW has become a member of the European Business & Biodiversity Platform and the Finance for Biodiversity Foundation. This marks another milestone regarding the “Finance for Nature” context.

KfW has always seen itself as a promotional bank that aims to make a positive contribution to the economy, society and the environment. But how does it demonstrate the impact of its activities?

Climate action is not an abstract goal for KfW: we are reducing our environmental footprint step by step – measurably and transparently.

As a responsible employer, KfW is committed to diversity, equal opportunities and appreciation - and makes them a strategic principle.

A sugar cane producer from Guatemala is committed to sustainable cultivation. It focuses on soil health, reducing the use of agrochemicals and taking a regenerative approach.

Hydrogen plays a significant role in decarbonising the CO₂ intensive economy. As a clean energy source, it can replace fossil fuels and pave the way for a sustainable future.

Biomethane can make an important contribution to the energy transition in Europe. The fuel is low in CO2, is produced from domestic resources and is compatible with the existing gas infrastructure.

Despite growing attention, human rights violations are still widespread in global supply chains. Against this backdrop, KfW Development Bank has launched the “Voluntary Level of Ambition in Supply Chains” initiative – also known by its German acronym FALKE.

A just transition is intended to ensure the transition to a climate-neutral economy takes place in a fair and sustainable manner. The aim is to compensate as much as possible for social disadvantages.

Many young people who come from rural areas of India are often unable to find work in future-oriented professions in the IT industry. The reason: a lack of practical programming knowledge despite having an academic education.