SOMFY INDEXES ITS SYNDICATED LOAN TO NON-FINANCIAL CRITERIA

23/06/2023 - 10:00 CET

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SOMFY is reaffirming its commitment to sustainable development by incorporating non-financial performance targets into the terms of its syndicated loan with effect from 2023.

This transaction, supported by all its banking partners, provides for the annual indexing of the financing cost based on three key indicators:

  • The reduction of scope 1 &21 greenhouse gas emissions in absolute value2;
  • The reduction of scope 33 greenhouse gas emissions in relative value in relation to the number of motors sold2;
  • The increase in the proportion of women in management.

In 2021, SOMFY formalised its commitment by implementing a sustainable development policy based on 3 pillars: Planet, People and Prosperity. With this new transaction, the Group has confirmed its ambition and stepped up its actions to address sustainability and diversity challenges.

Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Banking and LCL were involved in the transaction as ESG coordinators for the syndicated credit facility.

1Direct (gas and fuel) or indirect emissions resulting from energy consumption (electricity)
2Target validated by the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi)
3Other indirect emissions covering the entire value chain (use of SOMFY products, purchasing, transport, etc.)

The inclusion of non-financial targets in our financing strategy represents a new step in support of the commitments in our Sustainable Development roadmap and reflects the Group’s strong desire to help tackle the environmental, social and societal emergency.

Pierre Ribeiro, Chief Executive Officer of SOMFY

CORPORATE PROFILE

Founded in 1969 in France, and now operating in 58 countries, SOMFY is the world leader in window and door automation for homes and buildings.
Pioneer in the connected home, the Group is constantly innovating to guarantee its users comfort, well-being, and security in the home and is fully committed to promoting sustainable development.
For 50 years, SOMFY has been using automation to improve living environments and has been committed to creating reliable and sustainable solutions, which help promote better living and well-being for all.

CONTACTS

SOMFY: Carole Laou Sio Hoï: +33 (0)6 24 39 54 25
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