ZAWYA: Abu Dhabi Chamber and FAB partner to strengthen link between ESG maturity and sustainable finance

Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) to strengthen the connection between environmental, social, and governance (ESG) maturity and access to sustainable finance, reinforcing the Chamber’s role as a key ecosystem enabler for private-sector competitiveness and long-term economic resilience.The partnership is positioned under the Abu Dhabi Chamber Sustainability Label, with FAB acting as the Strategic Sustainable Finance Partner, supporting efforts to translate ESG performance into greater financial readiness. Through this collaboration, the Chamber aims to help businesses align sustainability practices with evolving market expectations, investment frameworks, and financing mechanisms that support responsible growth.By bringing together the Sustainability Label’s ESG maturity framework and FAB’s sustainable finance expertise, the partnership establishes a structured platform for knowledge exchange, capacity building, and market alignment. The initiative supports Abu Dhabi-based companies as they strengthen governance, integrate sustainability into operations, and position themselves for sustainable finance solutions in a rapidly evolving economic environment.The collaboration forms part of the Abu Dhabi Chamber’s broader mission to empower the private sector with practical tools, partnerships, and insight that enable businesses to grow responsibly, enhance performance, and contribute to the emirate’s economic diversification agenda.His Excellency Ali Mohamed Al Marzooqi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said: “This partnership reinforces the Abu Dhabi Chamber’s commitment to advancing private-sector capability and sustainability maturity. By connecting ESG performance with access to sustainable finance, we are strengthening the foundations for responsible growth and supporting businesses as they navigate the transition toward a more resilient, future-ready economy.”Futoon Hamdan AlMazrouei, Group Head of Personal, Business, Wealth and Privileged Client Banking Group, First Abu Dhabi Bank, added: “This partnership reflects the growing importance of aligning sustainability ambition with financial capability. By working with the Abu Dhabi Chamber through the Sustainability Label, we aim to support businesses as they build ESG readiness, enhance competitiveness, and engage with sustainable finance frameworks that drive long-term value.”About Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and IndustryThe Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry represents the interests of the private sector and plays a central role in advancing Abu Dhabi’s economic development. Through its 2025–2028 roadmap, the Chamber is focused on fostering a competitive, diversified, and innovation-driven business environment, enabling enterprises to grow, access new markets, and contribute to the Emirate’s long-term economic ambitions.Send us your press releases to pressrelease.zawya@lseg.comDisclaimer: The contents of this press release was provided from an external third party provider. This website is not responsible for, and does not control, such external content. This content is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis and has not been edited in any way. Neither this website nor our affiliates guarantee the accuracy of or endorse the views or opinions expressed in this press release.The press release is provided for informational purposes only. The content does not provide tax, legal or investment advice or opinion regarding the suitability, value or profitability of any particular security, portfolio or investment strategy. Neither this website nor our affiliates shall be liable for any errors or inaccuracies in the content, or for any actions taken by you in reliance thereon. You expressly agree that your use of the information within this article is at your sole risk.To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, this website, its parent company, its subsidiaries, its affiliates and the respective shareholders, directors, officers, employees, agents, advertisers, content providers and licensors will not be liable (jointly or severally) to you for any direct, indirect, consequential, special, incidental, punitive or exemplary damages, including without limitation, lost profits, lost savings and lost revenues, whether in negligence, tort, contract or any other theory of liability, even if the parties have been advised of the possibility or could have foreseen any such damages.