ESG and the future of banking: Laboral Kutxa

ESG
Q+
13/06/2025 Perspective
profile picture of Javier Alli Vierge

Javier Alli Vierge

Laboral Kutxa

Coordinator of Sustainability and Quality

As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors continue to reshape the financial sector, Laboral Kutxa stands out with a cooperative model grounded in long-term, community-centered values. Javier Alli Vierge, Coordinator of Sustainability and Quality, explains how the Basque credit union balances social impact with financial performance, navigates the evolving ESG data landscape, and supports a just transition for clients—all while staying true to its cooperative roots.

 

Can you provide an overview of your institution and share the key ways ESG is integrated into your long-term strategy?

Laboral Kutxa was founded by cooperatives in Mondragón in 1959 and has always operated as a credit union with a strong social purpose. Our mission is to foster prosperous, equitable, and sustainable communities, while continuing to grow our supportive, cooperative, and co-responsible culture.

Want to keep reading?

You are trying to access premium content, currently reserved for Qorus members only. See all the benefits of joining the world’s leading peer-to-peer intelligence organization in financial services.

ESG community

With Qorus memberships, you gain access to exclusive innovation best practices and tailored matchmaking opportunities with executives who share your challenges.

Related Content