Our Impact

Sustainability

More than Profits: Our Blueprint for People and Planet

Sustainability is our purpose

We are Sarvodaya - the 'awakening of all'.

We don't just provide capital; we cultivate potential. We see a thriving Sri Lanka in everything we finance, every woman entrepreneur we empower, and every community we uplift.

Our Sustainability Goals

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No Poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere.

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Zero Hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.

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Climate Action

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

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Gender Equality

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

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Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.

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Reduced Inequalities

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.

Uplift People

Uplift People

Real growth starts at the grassroots

Nurture Planet

Nurture Planet

Our island home is our greatest asset

Act with Purpose

Act with Purpose

Every decision is a step towards a better world

Voices from Our Community

Discover 34 inspiring stories of sustainable finance from across Sri Lanka in our latest Annual Report.

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Our Pledge for a Sustainable Tomorrow

Rural Communities

Digital Financial Literacy

To equip over individuals in rural communities with digital financial skills by 2030

Environmental Impact

Green Portfolio Growth

To increase our portfolio of green financing to constitute % of our total loan book by 2030

Climate Action

Carbon Neutrality

To achieve carbon neutrality in our own operations by 2030 through a combination of reduction and responsible offsetting

Social Inclusion

Deepening Inclusivity

To continuously innovate our products to better serve persons with disabilities, remote communities, and other marginalized groups

Partner with Purpose. Invest in Impact.

Whether you are a customer, an investor, or a community partner, choosing Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC means choosing a more sustainable and equitable future for Sri Lanka.

Impact Partners

Organizations We Collaborate with to Create Sustainable Impact

Gentosh
Cerise
Cinnamon development
Araliya
Browns
Hayleys
Dimo
Global alliance
Triple Jungle
EDF
Gentosh
Cerise
Cinnamon development
Araliya
Browns
Hayleys
Dimo
Global alliance
Triple Jungle
EDF