ADIB leads discussions on islamic finance’s role in achieving net zero

ADIB leads discussions on islamic finance’s role in achieving net zero

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading financial institution, is gearing up to host two panel sessions at COP28. The two days sessions, scheduled for December 3rd and December 5th, will unite distinguished leaders from the financial sector to delve into how the Islamic finance industry can assume a more strategic role in the net-zero transition.

With a keynote address by James Cameron – Owner James Cameron Co., the first panel will also feature renowned figures such as Mustafa Adil - LSEG, Christian Kunz - DIFC, Dr. Mohamed Damak - SP Global Ratings, Sohail Zubairi - DSFWG Islamic Finance Group, and Rafe Haneef – MBSM, and Lamia Hariz, Head of ESG, Corporate Communications, Marketing Investor Relations at ADIB. The first day of panel discussions on 3rd December at the Climate Hub will emphasise 'Leveraging Islamic Finance to Achieve the Net Zero Transition'. This session will delve into how the Islamic finance industry can strategically contribute to the net-zero transition while expanding its profitability and market presence.

On 5th December, the second session, 'Empowering Society Through Financial Resilience,' will include keynote speaker Adrian Hayes – Coach and Social Commentator and assemble a panel of industry leaders including Omar Shaikh - Global