First Abu Dhabi Bank
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, stands as a leading institution in the financial intermediation services sector, specifically excluding insurance and pension funding services. Established in 2017 through the merger of First Gulf Bank and National Bank of Abu Dhabi, FAB has rapidly positioned itself as a key player in the Middle East's banking landscape.
With a diverse portfolio that includes retail banking, corporate banking, investment services, and wealth management, FAB is renowned for its innovative financial solutions tailored to meet the needs of both individual and corporate clients. The bank's commitment to digital transformation and customer-centric services has garnered it numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner in the region. As a prominent entity in the UAE's banking sector, FAB continues to drive economic growth and development through its comprehensive range of financial products and services.
+18 vs industry average
First Abu Dhabi Bank’s score of 55 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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First Abu Dhabi Bank's reported carbon emissions
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), headquartered in the UAE and operating in financial intermediation services, has outlined ambitious climate commitments. For the reporting year 2025, FAB reported total emissions of approximately 42.7 million kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of approximately 6.8 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 27.9 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 5.0 million kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions.
Looking at previous years, FAB reported total emissions of approximately 44.9 million kg CO2e in 2024 and approximately 42.9 million kg CO2e in 2023. In 2022, total emissions were approximately 45.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 4.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 34.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 5.6 million kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 35.8 million kg CO2e, and in 2020, approximately 32.9 million kg CO2e. Earlier data from 2019 indicated total emissions of approximately 45.2 million kg CO2e, and from 2018, approximately 53.1 million kg CO2e.
FAB is committed to achieving net-zero operations by 2030, encompassing its Scope 1, Scope 2, and operational Scope 3 emissions. This aligns with its Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) commitment. FAB has already demonstrated progress, noting an 11% reduction in total absolute emissions against a 2019 baseline by 2023. Furthermore, its absolute Scope 1 emissions have seen a significant decrease, achieving a 38% reduction compared to the 2019 baseline by 2023.
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First Abu Dhabi Bank’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
As part of our NZBA commitment, we set a goal to achieve net…
As part of our NZBA commitment, we set a goal to achieve net-zero operations by 2030, which covers our Scope 1 and 2 emission and operationa…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
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