The group said the measure aims to bolster its crisis-management capacity by preparing for oil-price volatility driven by geopolitical risks in the Middle East and by actively participating in the national energy‑saving campaign.
The policy will operate by weekday — Monday (plates ending in 1 or 6), Tuesday (2 or 7), Wednesday (3 or 8), Thursday (4 or 9), and Friday (5 or 0) — and the group expects it to reduce on-site fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
Exemptions will apply to eco-friendly electric and hydrogen vehicles, as well as to vehicles used by people with disabilities, to enhance the policy’s effectiveness and fairness.
Beyond vehicle restrictions, the group will pursue comprehensive energy-saving measures, including more efficient operation of building HVAC systems, switching off unnecessary nighttime decorative lighting, and turning off branch lights after business hours to minimize electricity use.
A company spokesperson said, “Given the severity of the situation in Iran and the Middle East, as a financial institution we want to lead by example in conserving resources and contribute to mitigating economic shocks.”
