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Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Sustainability Profile

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Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is a leading financial institution in the Middle East. Established in 1985, ADCB has grown to become one of the largest banks in the region, offering a comprehensive range of banking services, including retail, corporate, and investment banking. With a strong focus on innovation, ADCB provides unique products such as its digital banking solutions and tailored financial services, catering to both individual and business clients. The bank has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in customer service and digital transformation. As a key player in the UAE banking sector, ADCB continues to enhance its market position through strategic initiatives and a commitment to sustainable growth.

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37

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32

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Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank's score of 37 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,217,000 kg CO2e, comprising 644,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 16,863,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 7,710,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the same year, the bank's emissions in the United Arab Emirates (AE) were approximately 26,868,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 633,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 17,980,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,254,000 kg CO2e. ADCB has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The bank's emissions data is cascaded from its parent organization, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC, indicating a structured approach to sustainability reporting within its corporate family. The bank's GHG emissions intensity was reported at approximately 2,510 kg CO2e per full-time equivalent (FTE) in 2023, reflecting its operational impact. As ADCB continues to navigate its environmental responsibilities, it remains focused on transparency and accountability in its emissions reporting.

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Scope 1
116,000
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Scope 2
9,639,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank is in AE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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