Salah Said, Head of Sustainability and ESG at Klarna, advocates for collaboration as a key approach to addressing environmental challenges. Speaking at Sustainability LIVE 2024, Said highlighted how companies can work together to tackle these issues. Klarna, a fintech giant known for its innovative “buy now, pay later” services, has also embraced sustainability as a core part of its business model. Under Said’s leadership, the company has introduced initiatives like an internal carbon tax and partnerships with sustainable retailers to reduce its carbon footprint.
Said stressed the importance of balancing competition with collaboration, noting that sustainability should not be seen solely as a competitive advantage. He emphasized the need for businesses to share knowledge and work together to drive innovation and improve ESG practices across industries. Klarna’s participation in the Climate Pledge and Race to Net Zero campaign reflects its efforts to meet sustainability goals within the fintech space. Under Said’s leadership, the company continues to adapt its practices to align with the evolving demands of sustainability and responsible business operations.
