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As part of its unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability, Warba Bank is proud to announce a significant reduction in carbon emissions resulting from its employees' travel. Partnering with Climate Partner, Warba Bank has become the first Kuwaiti bank to offset carbon emissions from employee commutes. This initiative aims to raise awareness about emissions from Scope Three, which includes indirect emissions not directly controlled by the bank but related to its operations.

Maali Abdullah AlRasheed, Chief Human Resources & General Services Officer at Warba Bank, emphasized the bank’s dedication to mitigating the environmental impact of its operations. "Warba Bank recognizes its responsibility in addressing any negative impacts arising from its activities. Our commitment to global environmental sustainability supports Kuwait's vision for comprehensive sustainability, aligning with the national development plan," AlRasheed stated.

As part of its sustainability strategy, Warba Bank focuses on reducing net emissions and increasing reliance on renewable and clean energy. In line with this strategy, the bank has offset 45,000 kilograms of carbon emissions by financing various solar and wind energy projects in Africa. These projects not only harness Africa's vast potential for sustainable energy but also contribute to achieving several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including affordable clean energy, decent work and economic growth, and climate action.

By reducing the carbon emissions from its employees' travel, Warba Bank continues to lead the way towards a sustainable, low-carbon economy, reinforcing its role as a pioneer in environmental stewardship.

AlRasheed stressed that the primary goal of this initiative is to reduce the bank's carbon footprint, aligning with its strategy for sustainable transformation and raising awareness about Scope Three greenhouse gas emissions. As part of the bank's social responsibility, Warba Bank is committed to supporting the global transition to a low-carbon economy and mitigating the risks of climate change, recognizing that this journey is long and challenging.

AlRasheed further highlighted that Warba Bank has set specific goals for sustainable business practices and formulated internal standards to ensure that efforts to combat climate change play a crucial role in its future business model.

It is worth mentioning that Warba Bank is one of the banks that achieved great successes in a short period of time, as it occupied a leading position in the field of digital Islamic banking services for individuals, and it is one of the most local banks in terms of the number of shareholders, and these are among the most prominent elements that make the bank close to all members of society.