Jakarta. State-owned bank BNI recently won an award that recognized its commitment to driving sustainability.

Earlier this month, BNI won the Environment & Sustainability Award at the 2025 ESG Appreciation Night held by B-Uiverse in Jakarta. At the ceremony, BNI Corporate Secretary Okki Rushartomo said that the award reflected BNI's consistency in implementing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles across all business lines. 

"This award motivates BNI to continue increasing its contribution to ESG sustainability. We believe that implementing ESG is a long-term investment for a better future," Okki said.

The 2025 ESG Appreciation Night awarded companies that have had a stellar performance in sustainability. BNI has launched some initiatives related to green financing and emission reductions in its operations. BNI's sustainable portfolio totaled Rp 192.4 trillion (around $11.6 billion), making up 24 percent of the total loans as of September 2025. This portfolio includes socio-economic and green financing, including environmentally friendly transportation, sustainable land management, health facility development, disability access, food security, and subsidized housing financing.

In the past two years, BNI has also strengthened its position as a pioneer in sustainable finance through the issuance of Sustainability Bonds. The proceeds go to projects with a direct impact on the environment and society.

The ESG strategies have also become a boon for BNI's business fundamentals. By the end of the third quarter of 2025, BNI recorded a consolidated net profit of Rp 15.12 trillion, supported by prudent governance and the company's ongoing transformation.

"We want to ensure that business performance goes hand in hand with the sustainability of the social and environmental ecosystem. Our goal is not only to grow bigger, but to grow more responsibly," Okki said.

BNI also plans to give more support to green financing in priority sectors and accelerate operational transitions to low emissions. Work is underway to expand its environmentally-based community empowerment programs to make sure their benefits are more inclusive and sustainable.

According to Okki, this has helped BNI cement its position as a key driver of sustainable finance in Indonesia, while maintaining its positive contribution to the national economy amidst global dynamics that demand responsible business practices.