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04/06/2026

Gulf Bank Organizes World Environment Day Workshop on Recycling Coffee Grounds into Fertile Soil for Agriculture

The Bank continues to play a leading role in supporting environmental sustainability through the launch and implementation of several impactful initiatives

Kuwait City, 4 June 2026: In celebration of World Environment Day, Gulf Bank organized a workshop for its customers on recycling coffee grounds and converting them into fertile soil suitable for agriculture. The workshop was led by environmental activist Dana Marafie, as part of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to promote environmental sustainability concepts and raise community awareness on the importance of recycling and preserving natural resources.

This workshop falls under Gulf Bank’s strategy to spread a culture of sustainability and encourage environmentally friendly daily practices by introducing practical and innovative solutions that help reduce waste and reuse it in beneficial and sustainable ways.

The workshop aimed to introduce participants to methods of benefiting from coffee grounds by converting them into natural organic compost that can be used for home gardening, encouraging individuals to adopt more responsible habits toward the environment.

Gulf Bank continues to play a leading role in supporting environmental sustainability through the launch and implementation of several impactful initiatives that reflect its long term commitment to environmentally responsible practices. In this context, Gulf Bank has successfully implemented innovative recycling initiatives, including transforming outdoor advertising materials into reusable bags, as part of a project that reflects the Bank’s commitment to reducing waste and promoting a culture of reuse. The Bank has also recycled large quantities of electronic waste in collaboration with specialized entities, in line with best environmental practices and efforts to reduce the environmental impact of its operations.

Gulf Bank’s commitment to sustainability also extends to strengthening its institutional infrastructure and environmental governance. The Bank has completed its sustainability governance infrastructure by developing a sustainable finance framework, as well as an environmental, social, and governance ESG sustainability risk management framework. This enhances the Bank’s role in supporting sustainable development goals and Kuwait’s vision for a more sustainable future.

Through this workshop and its ongoing initiatives, Gulf Bank reaffirms that environmental sustainability is an essential part of its institutional vision and a practical commitment reflected across its various activities and community initiatives. This stems from the Bank’s belief in the importance of community partnership in protecting the environment and building a better future for generations to come.

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