We believe each of us has the opportunity to positively impact every day in the way we represent Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, support our customers, and drive beneficial change in our communities. Our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices embody our commitment to the people and places we serve. Through these purposeful and principled business practices, we remain committed and connected to our recognized corporate culture of positively impacting society.
Environmental
By reducing our carbon footprint and decreasing energy expenses, we lead the way in continuous improvement in all areas of environmental management.
Social
By bolstering the social and economic health and well-being of the communities we serve, we help our customers and colleagues thrive and deliver better results as an organization.
Governance
Our senior executive team and Board of Directors recognize the importance of their roles in setting the organization’s tone, paving the way for responsible growth, and ensuring effective governance.
Highlights from 2022 ESG Report
Delivering on Our Environmental Commitment
4.7%
increase of customers account statements sent via eStatements
28%
increase of customers enrolled in online and mobile banking
43%
increase of digital banking logon activity
35%
of locations using high-efficiency LED lighting
50%
of electricity used by Maine locations from renewable energy
4
tons of equipment donated to Give IT for community reuse
Serving Our Communities
$618,000+
in charitable donations
364+
community organizations receiving donations
$151,000+
in donations awarded to date via the employee charitable giving program, Casual for a Cause
15,000+
hours volunteered by employees in the past 3 years
$80,000+
in scholarships awarded to high school seniors since 2018
1
"America's Best Banks" Award from Newsweek
Fostering Diversity and Employee Development
25%
of Board of Directors are female
38%
of executive management team are female
75%
of all employees are female
$363,000+
money contributed to employee-owned health savings accounts
$37,000+
financial support for external skill development opportunities for employees
2,901
hours employees participated in training to enhance their skills
For more detailed diversity information, please visit the Diversity at Bar Harbor Bank & Trust page.