Ajman Bank Partners with Canon on Climate Project
Ajman Bank has announced a partnership with Canon Middle East to launch a Climate Contribution Project. The initiative focuses on offsetting greenhouse gas emissions from ink, paper, and electricity used in Canon-related printing operations across the bank.
The project aims to compensate for 25 tons of CO2 emissions annually. Currently, Ajman Bank manages over four million print impressions each year. This move reflects a strong commitment to environmental responsibility from both organizations.
The bank revealed that the program uses advanced software to calculate emissions from Canon printers and multifunction devices. It then supports certified projects that compensate for an equal amount of CO2 in other regions.
Canon's Managed Print Services and digital workflow solutions, such as uniFLOW, are integrated into the program. These tools help optimize operations while reducing energy use and environmental impact.
Zohaib Ali Zahid, Head of ESG at Ajman Bank, stated that the bank is committed to sustainability across its operations. He highlighted that the initiative supports efforts to reduce the environmental footprint of paper and printing activities.
Abdulaziz Al Ali, Head of Administration at Ajman Bank, added that this is one of several initiatives to cut greenhouse gas emissions. He reported that the bank is also adopting energy and resource-efficient practices internally.
Canon confirmed that this project is part of its global climate compensation efforts. These include: Wind energy developments in India and Indonesia
Clean cookstove programs in Uganda
Reforestation projects worldwide
Shadi Bakhour, B2B Business Unit Director at Canon Middle East, emphasized that Canon is dedicated to sustainable practices aligned with its philosophy of Kyosei. He said the collaboration with Ajman Bank serves as a model for responsible print operations in the UAE and the Middle East.
The initiative is certified by Gold Standard and verified by Climate Partner. It meets ISO16759:2013 standards for carbon footprint quantification.
Ajman Bank reported that the program also aligns with growing interest in ESG-compliant procurement. Canon continues to work with various stakeholders, including businesses, governments, and academic institutions, to promote environmentally conscious practices.
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