Canara Bank has received Carbon Offset Certificate from Micro Energy Credits, USA for offsetting 305.27 tonnes of CO2 Emissions and for designing & implementing a successful clean energy financing program (in the branches of Chitradurga District of Karnataka State), which improved clients’ standard of living and reduced carbon emissions. The bank’s program increases access to efficient Cook stove, Solar lights/lanterns and water Purifiers for rural clients.
Canara Bank is an Indian state-owned bank headquartered in Bangalore, in Karnataka. It was established at Mangalore in 1906, making it one of the oldest banks in the country.