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    Governance

    Responsible conduct at KfW is based on binding principles, clear responsibilities and the inclusion of external perspectives. The following topics provide an overview of the framework documents, committees and ratings that are relevant for this purpose.

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    Sustainabilty Mission Statement

    The sustainable mission statement - frame of reference and orientation beyond KfW Group.

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    Sustainability Advisory Board "Sustainability Connects"

    The “Sustainability Connects” Sustainability Advisory Board brings together a dedicated group of external experts from academia, civil society, and the business sector.

    Policy Statement on Human Rights

    Policy Statement of KfW and its subsidiaries on human rights and its human rights strategy

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    ESG-Ratings

    Independent ESG rating agencies analyse and rate KfW with regard to environmental, social and governance aspects.

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    Corporate Governance

    Compliance with the rules of good corporate governance and monitoring is one of KfW's guiding principles.

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    Integrity / Compliance

    Lawful conduct, diligence, honesty, professionalism and compliance with market standards are all commitments on which KfW leads the way.

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    KfW Stiftung

    Since 2013 the KfW Stiftung secures the corporate social responsibility of KfW Group – sustainable and independent.

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    News about Sustainability

    All Sustainability News

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    KfW Group

    Sustainability

    nachhaltigkeit@kfw.de