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Our Approach to ESG

We are setting the path towards a sustainable future

Foreword Message

Shargiil Bashir

Chief Sustainability Officer

Our ESG progress reflects FAB’s commitment to supporting the UAE’s transition while building long-term value for our stakeholders. At FAB, we embed climate considerations across our business, enhancing environmental and social risk governance, and strengthening our nature-positive efforts through global and regional partnerships.

Moving forward, FAB remains focused on operationalizing our

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Our ESG progress reflects FAB’s commitment to supporting the UAE’s transition while building long-term value for our stakeholders. At FAB, we embed climate considerations across our business, enhancing environmental and social risk governance, and strengthening our nature-positive efforts through global and regional partnerships.

Moving forward, FAB remains focused on operationalizing our climate and nature agendas, deepening partnerships, and reinforcing our position as a responsible bank and sustainability leader in the region.

FAB Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Strategy

Support the Global Transition to a Low Carbon and Nature Positive Future

Accelerating the shift to a net zero economy by financing sustainable growth, reducing emissions, collaborating on innovative solutions and building climate and nature resilience in partnership with our stakeholders.

Enabling a Responsible Transition for Communities

Fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, broadening access to financial services and driving meaningful impact for our communities through education, environmental stewardship and social development.

Championing and Embedding Best-In-Class Governance Practices

Upholding the highest standards of accountability, transparency, and risk management to ensure responsible banking and long-term resilience.

ESG Ratings and Scores

Last updated in September 2025

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16.9

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AA

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79

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16.9

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AA

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79

Sustainalytics: 0 to 40+ (0 = lowest risk/best score) | MSCI: CCC to AAA (AAA = best rating) | Refinitiv: 0-25 to >75-100 (>75-100 = best quartile)

FAB Sustainability ESG

ESG Report 2024

Our ESG report highlights our commitment to sustainability through a strategy anchored in our key pillars of Transitioning to a Low Carbon Future, Capitalising on out Social Responsibility and Transforming our Governance Model. The report details the actions we have taken to drive responsible growth, support communities, and uphold strong governance across our operations.

Get in touch

At FAB, we are committed to driving positive environmental, social, and governance impact through meaningful partnerships. If your organization would like to explore collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us to start the conversation.