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Qatar Islamic Bank Sustainability Profile

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Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), established in 1997, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Doha, Qatar. As a prominent player in the Islamic banking sector, QIB operates primarily in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, offering a comprehensive range of Sharia-compliant financial products and services. The bank's core offerings include retail banking, corporate banking, investment services, and treasury solutions, all designed to meet the diverse needs of its clientele. QIB is renowned for its innovative approach to Islamic finance, consistently introducing unique products that align with Islamic principles. With a strong market position, QIB has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. The bank continues to play a pivotal role in the economic development of Qatar, contributing to the growth of the Islamic banking industry.

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27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

Qatar Islamic Bank's score of 27 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Qatar Islamic Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,257,480 kg CO2e, comprising 86,570 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,170,910 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 5,387,130 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 87,750 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 4,995,380 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, QIB has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the bank's emissions were approximately 6,721,140 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 57,040 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 6,665,100 kg CO2e. This indicates a trend of increasing emissions in recent years, despite efforts to manage and mitigate their environmental impact. Currently, QIB has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The bank's emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organization, indicating that QIB is independently managing its sustainability efforts. As QIB continues to operate in a rapidly evolving climate landscape, its future commitments and strategies will be crucial in addressing its carbon emissions and enhancing its sustainability profile.

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Scope 1
39,950
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00,000
00,000
Scope 2
5,237,791
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Qatar Islamic Bank's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Qatar Islamic Bank's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Qatar Islamic 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 Qatar Islamic Bank is in QA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Qatar Islamic 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.

Qatar Islamic 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
Reduction Actions

Compare Qatar Islamic Bank's Emissions with Industry Peers

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Updated 12 days ago

Bank Saderat Iran

IR
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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated 28 days ago

Emirates Nbd

AE
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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated 5 days ago

Al Rajhi Bank

SA
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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated about 1 month ago

HSBC Bank Middle East Limited - Qatar Branch

AE
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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated about 2 months ago

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