Al-Khalij Bank wins leadership in energy and environmental design
Al-Khalij Bank announced that its Sabah Al-Ahmad City residential branch received the Platinum Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the US Green Building Council, as part of its 2030 sustainability strategy.
Translated by Qiyas from الراي — Original source
In a new achievement reflecting its firm commitment to sustainability and the promotion of responsible business practices, Gulf Bank announced that its branch in the Sabah Al-Ahmad Residential City has received the Platinum LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification, awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI). This recognition honors the branch’s efforts in implementing the highest global standards for sustainable buildings and enhancing its operational efficiency.
The LEED certification is one of the world’s most prominent green building rating systems, evaluating facilities based on a comprehensive set of advanced criteria that include energy and water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, sustainable material selection, responsible facility management, and the reduction of environmental impacts associated with building operations.
This achievement aligns with Gulf Bank’s 2030 Sustainability Strategy, which aims to integrate environmental, social, and governance considerations into all of the bank’s activities and operations, in line with global best practices and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It also underscores the bank’s ongoing commitment to upgrading its infrastructure and improving the efficiency of its facilities through innovative solutions that help conserve natural resources and reduce environmental impact.
Commenting on the occasion, Khalid Al-Awadi, Deputy General Manager of Facilities Management, stated: “The receipt of the Platinum LEED certification by the Sabah Al-Ahmad Residential City branch is a culmination of Gulf Bank’s continuous efforts to enhance environmental sustainability across its various facilities and branches. We do not view sustainability as a temporary initiative, but rather as a fundamental component of our institutional approach and long-term development plans.”
Al-Awadi added: “At Gulf Bank, we strive to apply the highest global standards in facility management and building operations, achieving a balance between providing a modern and comfortable banking environment for customers and employees, and preserving natural resources while minimizing environmental impacts.”
He emphasized that the bank continues to invest in the development of its branches and operational facilities by adopting modern technologies and systems that contribute to improving energy and water efficiency and enhancing environmental performance. These efforts align with the targets of the 2030 Sustainability Strategy and support the bank’s vision of achieving responsible and sustainable growth.
In the context of its ongoing efforts to elevate its facilities, Gulf Bank continues to implement a comprehensive plan to develop its branch network in accordance with the latest global environmental and operational standards, focusing on enhancing building efficiency and improving the experience of customers and employees across all locations.
The bank is also working on the redevelopment of Gulf Bank’s main building, classified as one of Kuwait’s distinguished historical buildings, through carefully planned modernization projects that preserve its architectural and heritage value while simultaneously improving its operational and environmental efficiency in line with global best practices in sustainability and facility management.
Al-Awadi affirmed that the Platinum LEED certification for the Sabah Al-Ahmad Residential City branch represents a significant step in the bank’s journey toward strengthening environmental sustainability. He confirmed that Gulf Bank will continue to expand the application of green standards in its future facilities, reinforcing its position as a responsible financial institution that actively contributes to supporting sustainable development efforts in Kuwait.
