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Sustainability at UBS in Switzerland

Learn more about the Swiss transition

Downhill climb - read our newest report

Switzerland is among the leaders in the charge for decarbonization and is currently on track to hit its emissions goals. Remaining so will not be easy however, with various challenges still to face.

Our report has more insights on how each sector can build on the progress achieved so far, and seize the opportunities of the Swiss transition.

Download the report (EN)

Global ambition

Our sustainability and impact vision is to be the bank for the next generation. To help us get there our Sustainability and Impact strategy is based on three strategic pillars: Protect, Grow and Attract.

Protect

Manage our business aligned to the sustainable, long-term Group strategy and adapt to evolving standards.

Grow

Embed an innovative UBS sustainability and impact offering across all business divisions.

Attract

Be the bank of choice for clients and employees.

Sustainability Report 2024

Our latest report

 

Read more about our sustainability and impact strategy and what we achieved over the past year.

Swiss client offering

Like us, many of our clients are in a period of transition. We’ll work to raise awareness among our clients about the risks and opportunities surrounding climate and manage our financing relationship in line with social and environmental criteria.

Whether you’re a private client, a start-up or an established company, discover our services and solutions that will enable you to create a sustainable impact.

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Private clients

By building for the future with our sustainable services and solutions for private clients, you can do something good for tomorrow today.

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Corporate and institutional clients

Through sustainable success with our innovative services and solutions for corporate clients, you can make your company one of the winners of tomorrow today.

Insights

Sustainability is a broad term. Here, you’ll find a fresh perspectives on the topics that matter most to you.

  • A strong start on the road to net zero

    • 11 Mar 2025
    • 4 min read

    Switzerland is currently well on the way to achieving its climate targets. However, as a recently published study by UBS shows, there is still a lot to do.

  • Annual Review 2023 UBS Optimus Foundation

    Scaling solutions together - Since its founding, the UBS Optimus Foundation has supported breakthrough solutions Blended finance that improve the lives of children globally. Read more about how we‘re scaling solutions together in the UBS Optimus Foundation Annual Review 2023.

  • Support charitable projects directly

    • 23 Nov 2024
    • 2 min read

    Lack of prospects for young people, poverty and environmental pollution are also a problem in Switzerland. UBS Benefizia Suisse helps donors use their funds effectively to tackle these challenges.