Gulf Bank of Kuwait, often referred to simply as Gulf Bank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Kuwait City, KW. Established in 1960, the bank has played a pivotal role in the Kuwaiti banking sector, offering a wide range of services including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment solutions. With a strong focus on customer-centric products, Gulf Bank is renowned for its innovative digital banking services and personalised financial solutions. The bank has consistently achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in customer service and digital transformation. As a key player in the Middle Eastern banking industry, Gulf Bank of Kuwait continues to strengthen its market position through strategic initiatives and a commitment to enhancing the banking experience for its clients.
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In 2022, Gulf Bank of Kuwait reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,085,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2, 7,832,470 kg CO2e from Scope 3, and 35,260 kg CO2e from Scope 1. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from employee commuting (about 7,064,310 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation (approximately 712,760 kg CO2e). For 2023, Gulf Bank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This initiative reflects the bank's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions in the near term, with a focus on both direct and indirect emissions sources. Gulf Bank's emissions data is independently reported and does not cascade from any parent organization. The bank's proactive approach to climate action aligns with industry standards and demonstrates its dedication to sustainability in the financial sector.
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Scope 1 | 35,260 |
Scope 2 | 11,085,300 |
Scope 3 | 7,832,470 |
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Gulf Bank of Kuwait is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.