BBK launches “Sustainability Academy” to equip employees for the future of Sustainable Banking

10 Nov 2025

BBK, a leader in retail and corporate banking in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has launched the “Sustainability Academy”, a strategic initiative aimed at equipping its employees with the knowledge and skills needed to drive the future of sustainable banking.

This initiative reflects BBK’s ongoing commitment to integrating sustainability into its core operations and corporate strategy, while equipping its workforce to drive responsible banking practices that align with the Kingdom’s long-term environmental and economic goals.

The Sustainability Academy aims to enable employees throughout the BBK Group, including overseas branches and subsidiaries, to champion sustainable banking practices. The program will provide both foundational and advanced knowledge in the areas of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices and sustainability, promoting climate-conscious decision-making and responsible banking operations. It will also foster innovation and leadership in sustainable finance, ensuring that sustainability becomes an integral part of BBK’s business culture and operational mindset.

The Academy’s training program comprises four core modules, each addressing a critical aspect of sustainability in banking. These include Fundamentals of ESG and Sustainability Practices, Integrating ESG Principles into Financial Risk Management and Banking Operations, Green and Sustainable Financial Products, and Empowering People for Sustainability: ESG in Human Resources and Change Management. Each module is designed to provide employees with a comprehensive understanding of how sustainability can be operationalized across banking functions to drive long-term value creation.

The Sustainability Academy embodies BBK’s dedication to advancing its role as an active partner in shaping a sustainable and forward-looking banking sector. It also highlights the Bank’s determination to cultivate a corporate culture that promotes sustainable thinking across all departments and organizational levels, fostering innovation in green finance and sustainable banking solutions that contribute to Bahrain’s broader environmental and economic objectives.