At Bupa Arabia we are dedicated to environmental stewardship as part of its mission to promote
health. The company implements sustainable practices to reduce its ecological footprint,
addressing climate change, enhancing energy efficiency, and minimizing waste. These efforts
support Saudi Arabia’s move towards sustainability, aligning with national strategies like Saudi
Vision 2030 and the National Environment Strategy by MEWA. Bupa Arabia’s commitment also aligns
with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reinforcing its role in fostering a healthier,
sustainable future.
we recognize tackling climate change as crucial to public health and has integrated it into its
sustainability efforts. The company identified climate change as a key issue in its 2023
materiality assessment, leading to the development of a Carbon Reduction Plan in line with the
Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This exercise unfolded in a structured four-step
approach, as illustrated:
Aligned with the goals of the Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) to reduce carbon emissions and
increase renewable energy use, Bupa Arabia is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and
advancing climate action. This commitment is evident in our responsible operations, sustainable
decision-making, and innovative healthcare services. A major step in our carbon reduction
efforts was relocating our Riyadh office to the LEED platinum-certified King Abdullah Financial
District (KAFD). This move, along with the building’s advanced features, has led to a 42%
reduction in energy consumption compared to the previous year. Which includes:
Telemedicine services: At Bupa Arabia we are using mobile technology to reduce hospital
visits, cutting transportation-related carbon emissions. Our telemedicine services, especially
Tebtom and Sanar, grew significantly in 2023, by giving 88,000 virtual supporting the National
Program for Environmental Awareness and Sustainable Development.
Tree planting initiatives: We launched an environmental campaign focused on urban tree
planting, directly supporting the SGI's efforts to combat desertification and climate change.
This initiative exemplified our commitment to sustainability and demonstrated how community
events can align with broader environmental goals, providing a model for integrating
eco-conscious practices into corporate and public engagements