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FAB unveils net zero transition plan in 2026 transition pathways update

Report highlights progress on operational and financed emissions, with AED 114.4bn mobilised in 2025 and continued momentum toward 2030 sustainable finance target

Sustainable Finance Awards 2026: Middle East

Banks in the UAE have innovated Sharia-compliant sukuks by structuring these instruments using sustainable frameworks amid growing international demand.

Egypt: CBE catalyses banking sector’s shift toward sustainable finance

Participants emphasised the need to reinforce climate-aligned financial systems across Egypt and Africa, strengthen resilience and ensure sustainable growth

National Finance continues advancing Oman’s development agenda through its sustainable finance offering

This focus aligns with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, particularly in promoting environmentally conscious development across the financial sector

ADIB strengthens ESG ratings with MSCI and sustainalytics

ADIB continues to strengthen its position as one of the highest-rated banks in the UAE and the wider region for ESG performance

Sustainability Forum Middle East announces GARMCO as forum partner for its 2026 edition

The Forum is held in the presence of H.E. Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affair

EBRD invests US $40 mil in Infinity to accelerate renewable energy growth across Africa

Funds for 3 GW of renewable energy projects to advance clean energy on the continent

Oman Arab Bank drives sustainable growth through innovation and national talent

OAB has been an active supporter of national digital initiatives

MECC to expand scope of recycling projects

He pointed out that the Rawdat Rashid experience is a successful model that can be applied to other areas

Sustainable freight can deliver major CO2 cuts across GCC by 2035

PwC research across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar also finds that electric heavy-duty truck availability in the GCC remains limited

QatarEnergy ranked among most-valued global energy brands

The region’s brands contributed $71.3bn to the ranking

Emerge, Emirates Development Bank to collaborate on developing, financing solar projects in UAE

Through its tailored financing solutions and strategic support, EDB continues to drive innovation

Boubyan Bank releases 2024 Annual Sustainability Report

Strategic steps to reinforce Governance and Strengthen ESG Principles

Crédit Agricole Egypt and Infinity join forces to accelerate transition to solar energy

Through this partnership, Infinity’s customers will have access to Crédit Agricole Egypt’s solar loan

Qatar-based GAB becomes the first accreditation body from the MENA region to sign APAC's MRA for GHG Accreditation

Positions GAB as a key enabler in the MENA region for climate accountability and sustainability practices aligned with international standards

NBK wins best bank for sustainable finance in Kuwait by Global Finance

Affirming its ESG leadership in Kuwait’s banking sector

Gulf Bank completes sustainability governance infrastructure

Reinforcing its environmental and social commitments

Ahlibank reaffirms its Commitment to sustainability through the installation of solar energy systems at its headquarters

This initiative is a milestone in the bank’s efforts to further its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives

MENA’s transformative role in climate adaptation

This would translate to summer heat in parts of Algeria, Saudi Arabia and Iraq intensifying by up to 8 C by 2100, highlighting the dire implications of inaction for one of the world’s hottest regions.

Arab co-operation in energy sector discussed

The discussion highlighted the strong ties between Kuwait and the Arab countries represented in OAPEC

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