First Abu Dhabi Bank Misr (FABMISR), a subsidiary of the First Abu Dhabi Bank Group (FAB) has launched ‘Green Schools for a Sustainable Future’ Initiative, in collaboration with the Egyptian Ministry of Education and Technical Education and Ain El Bee’ah Association for Environmental, Agricultural Services and Sustainable Development.
The initiative introduces a pioneering model that integrates sustainability, education, and environmental responsibility across Egypt’s public schools. It will be rolled out at Asmaa Secondary School for Girls under the Maadi Educational Administration in Cairo, combining green infrastructure, education, and community engagement.
The project aligns with national goals for inclusive growth and environmental sustainability, while strengthening the role of civil society in development efforts. Key components include a solar-powered greywater treatment system for irrigation, expanded green spaces with tree planting and integrated irrigation, and waste segregation units for organic and solid waste.
The initiative will raise environmental awareness among around 3,500 students and 150 teachers, reduce carbon emissions, and lower on-site temperatures by 4-5°C, creating a healthier, climate-resilient learning environment. Through this , FABMISR continues to reinforce its position as a responsible financial institution, committed to supporting national development priorities and driving meaningful, long-term impact through sustainability-led partnerships.
Ahmed Mamdouh Hassan, Chief Corporate Governance Officer, Board Secretary, and Head of Sustainability at FABMISR, stated that, “At FABMISR, sustainability is not a concept, it is a responsibility. Through the ‘ Green Schools for a Sustainable Future’ Initiative, we are supporting national priorities under Egypt’s Vision 2030,sustainable developments goals and the Go Green Initiative and investing in education as a driver of long-term environmental and social impact.”
Ahmed Moawad, Chairman of Ain El Bee’ah Association, said that, “Ain El Bee’ah Association is a proactive partner in implementing this initiative, drawing on its expertise in environmental education and sustainable development. Through awareness programs and practical applications, we aim to achieve measurable and tangible impact. Transforming schools into green models is not merely an environmental project it is an investment in a generation capable of leading the transition to a more sustainable society.”
