The CABEI building in Costa Rica receives international recognition for its commitment to environmental sustainability
• ISO 14001:2015 certification was awarded to the Country Office for complying with the highest standards in environmental management.
San José, March 13, 2025.- The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) reaffirms its commitment to environmental sustainability after obtaining ISO 14001:2015 certification for its office in Costa Rica, an international recognition that accredits that the administrative and operational activities of this facility comply with the highest standards in environmental management, in line with the Bank's Social and Environmental Sustainability Policy.
Since 2022, strategic actions have been implemented to optimize the environmental performance of operations. Initially, a maturity assessment of environmental management in the building was carried out, followed in 2023 by the adaptation and implementation of operational controls such as waste management, chemical substance management, monitoring of eco-efficiency indicators and management with suppliers, among others.
In addition, a comprehensive training and awareness plan was implemented for employees and suppliers in order to strengthen their skills in environmental issues and foster a culture of sustainability within the Bank, culminating in December 2024 with an external audit carried out by the certifying body, which verified the system's compliance with the requirements of the ISO 14001:2015 regulation, and concluded in official approval at the beginning of 2025, consolidating a key milestone in CABEI's environmental management.
“This certification is the result of the joint effort of our collaborators and reaffirms our determination to operate under a focus of continuous improvement in environmental matters. At CABEI, we are committed to reducing our ecological footprint and promoting sustainable initiatives that benefit our communities and the planet,” said Álvaro Alfaro, CABEI Manager in Costa Rica.
Obtaining this certification represents a significant step in the Bank's sustainability strategy, as it enables the effective management of the environmental impact of its administrative and operational activities, contributes to the reduction of natural resource consumption, maintains key international accreditations to channel green funds, complies with CABEI's Social and Environmental Sustainability Policy and reinforces the institutional commitment to its counterparts and strategic allies.
