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 Sustainability 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 strive for 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 2026 Sustainability Report
Delivering on Our Environmental Commitment
59.7%
of consumers receive account statements via eStatements
21%
increase of customers enrolled in online and mobile banking

67%
of applications use cloud computing

532,000
lbs of carbon dioxide offset by participation in community solar programs

17%
increase of renewable solar energy consumed

15
tons of electronics and technology equipment donated to give IT. get IT.
Serving Our Communities
$845,000+
in charitable donations
406
community organizations receiving donations
$376,000+
in donations awarded to date via the employee charitable giving program, Casual for a Cause
8,000+
hours volunteered by employees
$34,000
in scholarships awarded to high school seniors in the past 3 years

158
hours employees conducted onsite educational seminars in the community
Fostering Diversity and Employee Development
40%
of Board of Directors are female
38%
of executive management team are female
72%
of all employees are female
$308,000+
money contributed to employee-owned health savings accounts
$165,000+
financial support for external skill development opportunities for employees
24,075
hours employees participated in training to enhance their skills
For more detailed diversity information, please visit the Diversity at Bar Harbor Bank & Trust page.
Previous Reports
2025 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report
2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report
2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report
