The Arab Tunisian Bank (ATB) strengthens its commitment to sustainable development through its active participation in the Adapt program (Support for Sustainable Development in the Agriculture and Artisanal Fishing Sectors in Tunisia). By supporting private operators in the agriculture, artisanal fishing, and sustainable aquaculture sectors, as well as their associated value chains, ATB helps them develop their projects while promoting sustainable and responsible practices.
Financed by the European Union and implemented by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), the Adapt program has a budget of €70 million and aims to support private investments by stakeholders (family farms, SMEs, cooperatives, and associations) operating in these key sectors in Tunisia. This program finances, among other things, the acquisition of new materials and equipment, necessary raw materials for production, construction and renovation works, technical studies, and various services related to project implementation. The goal is to improve the economic, social, and environmental performance of private operators engaged in value chains based on ecological and sustainable production systems.
Through this significant involvement, ATB affirms its position as a strategic partner for sustainable development in a crucial sector for Tunisia’s future. Aware of the challenges posed by climate change, the depletion of natural resources, and the fragility of food balance, ATB has integrated green finance as a priority in its funding processes. By facilitating access to credit for operators eligible for the Adapt program, ATB encourages the transition to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices.
In parallel, training and skill enhancement will be offered to the bank’s teams to better support clients and meet their specific needs. ATB clients wishing to benefit from this financial support and the contributions of the Adapt program can submit their requests via the dedicated platform: https://plateforme.adapt-tunisie.org.
With the Adapt program, ATB reaffirms its commitment to sustainability and innovation in support of more resilient agriculture and fishing.
Source : businessnews
