Sparebanken Norge & Sparebanken Norge Boligkreditt AS Update Green Bond Framework

Sparebanken Norge (& Sparebanken Norge Boligkreditt AS) has updated its GreenBond Framework to support the financing and refinancing of assets thatcontribute to the transition to a low-emission economy, in line with thebank'ssustainability strategy.Sustainability is a core pillar of the bank's business strategy and anintegralpart of risk management and long-term value creation. Sparebanken Norgetargetsnet zero emissions by 2040, including material indirect emissions from itslending activities, and publishes climate accounts covering its full loanportfolio.The updated framework supports lending to energy-efficient residential andcommercial buildings in Norway, as well as renewable energy projects. Itreflects the bank's post-merger strategy and is aligned with internationalmarket standards for green bonds. The framework incorporates considerationsrelated to EU Taxonomy alignment, transparency, and reporting, whilemaintaininga clear and disciplined approach to eligibility criteria and governance.ING acted as Sole Green Structuring Advisor for the Green Bond Framework 2025.Moody's has provided a Second Party Opinion and Multiconsult will deliver atechnical assessment of eligible green assets.Through the updated framework, Sparebanken Norge & Sparebanken NorgeBoligkreditt AS strengthen their approach to sustainable finance and itscontribution to the development of the green bond market.More information:https://www.spv.no/om-oss/investor-relations/gronne-obligasjonerContact:John Hopp, Head of Treasury / CEO Sparebanken Norge Boligkreditt: (+47) 45 08 17 76 Hege Yndestad Tysnes, COO Sparebanken Norge Boligkreditt: (+47) 98 66 25 71 About Sparebanken Norge & Sparebanken Norge Boligkreditt ASSparebanken Norge, together with its 100%-owned subsidiary Sparebanken NorgeBoligkreditt AS, is the largest savings bank in Norway with more than 200yearsof history. The bank is majority-owned by local communities and operates underatraditional savings bank model with a clear social mandate. Sparebanken Norgeaims to be the leading and most preferred financial services group in its coreregions, with sustainability integrated into its strategy and operations.https://newsweb.oslobors.no/message/662794