Sustainability

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Solutions+ to showcase their sustainability business vertical at COP28

News Desk 1 05/12/2023

Solutions+, a Mubadala company and a leading provider of shared services, will showcase their sustainability business vertical at COP28, encompassing a broad spectrum of initiatives, notably decarbonization services and sustainable procurement. Solutions+ conducts thorough end-to-end carbon

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Big 5 Global 2023 opens in Dubai spotlighting sustainability and decarbonisation in construction

News Desk 1 04/12/2023

The 44th edition of Big 5 Global, the largest and most influential construction industry event in the Middle East Africa and South Asia opened in Dubai World Trade Centre. The event boasts a stronger and more impactful local and international support, with over 2,200 exhibitors from 60+ countries showcasing products and services to transform MEASA’s […]

Sustainability GCC UAE

Emirates Group recognised as one of UAE’s top 50 most sustainable companies

News Desk 1 01/12/2023 0

Receives Majra’s Platinum Impact Seal Award Majra, the federal arm governing sustainable impact, sustainability, and CSR in the UAE, has awarded its Platinum Impact Seal Award to the Dubai-based Emirates Group for being among the UAE’s top 50 most sustainable companies. The award ceremony took place during the 2023 World with Purpose summit, held in Dubai for […]

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Microsoft Unveils Path to Accelerating Sustainability with AI in the Middle East

News Desk 1 30/11/2023

Microsoft has released a whitepaper titled “Accelerating Sustainability with AI: A Playbook” ahead of the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28), taking place at Expo City in Dubai from November 30th to December 12th. The playbook outlines a comprehensive strategy for governments, businesses, and civil society organizations to leverage artificial intelligence

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Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi demonstrates strong commitment to sustainability ahead of COP28

News Desk 1 29/11/2023

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of the M42 network, the Principal Health Partner of COP28, has published its decarbonization and sustainability efforts. As a proactive contributor to the sustainable future of health, the hospital’s patient-centric approach and sustainability endeavors underscore its success in prioritizing the well-being of patients, caregivers, and the

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Sustainable tourism observatories meet to transform the sector

News Desk 1 29/11/2023 0

INSTO members assess tourism impact in 11 areas In the lead-up to COP28 being held in Dubai, UAE, from November 30-December 12, 2023, members of the International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO) met at the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) headquarters in Madrid, Spain, to exchange insights on the importance of governance, participatory approaches and

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UAE-based Mobility Startup Challenges an International Sustainability Adventurer

News Desk 1 28/11/2023

TERRA TECH Ltd. (Terra), a UAE-based mobility startup and the first in the MENA region to offer a line of electric motorbikes and battery-swapping solutions, recently challenged the traveler, adventurer, and Guinness World Records holder Ali Abdo, to facilitate the last stage of his ‘Ride to COP28’ where he journeyed across all seven emirates of […]

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Informa Markets celebrates 30 years in the UAE by shining a light on its sustainability

News Desk 1 28/11/2023

Informa Markets, the world’s leading exhibition organiser, celebrates 30 years in the UAE this month during the UAE Year of Sustainability and ahead of COP28 – and to mark the occasion, the company reinforces its commitment to running sustainable events by revealing environment and social initiatives, as well as how its brands are embedding sustainability-related […]

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Khorfakkan Celebrates UAE’s 52nd Union Day

News Desk 1 27/11/2023

In a resplendent showcase of tradition and unity, the city of Khorfakkan on the east coast of Sharjah has embraced the celebrations of the UAE’s 52nd Union Day. This significant event symbolized not just a commemoration of the historic union of the seven Emirates but also a reaffirmation of the enduring bond between the people […]

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Dubai to feature ‘Space-Enabled Sustainability’ roundtable on December 7

Arnold Pinto 27/11/2023 0

Event focus: How space data can support businesses’ climate change objectives Serco Middle East and the UAE-UK Business Council will host a networking breakfast roundtable entitled ‘Space-Enabled Sustainability’ on December 7, 2023, at Heriot-Watt University, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai, UAE. Running parallel to COP28 UAE (November 30-December 12, 2023), the

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Sustainability and art combine creatively at DIFC Art Nights

News Desk 1 24/11/2023

The 16th edition of DIFC Art Nights, under the theme of ‘Expressions for Sustainable Change’ got underway with its opening night in Gate Village, DIFC on 23 November. The opening night featured a VIP tour with Saleh Al Akrabi, Chief Real Estate Officer, DIFC Investments, who toured the exhibition and spoke to the artists about […]

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JLL calls for holistic strategies to integrate sustainability in real estate

News Desk 1 23/11/2023

While the UAE has been consistently launching green initiatives and projects, and setting bolder targets that are both pro-climate and pro-growth tofulfil its climate commitment, stakeholders in the real estate industry must take decisive action to safeguard their assets and secure long-term returns, highlighted JLL at a briefing held today ahead of the upcoming COP28.

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3DXB Group: Pioneering Sustainability in 3D Printing Solutions for the Construction Industry

News Desk 1 22/11/2023

3DXB Group, a pioneering force in the construction industry, is proud to announce its commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices. Led by Mr. Badar Rashid AlBlooshi, Chairman of 3DXB GROUP, the company is at the forefront of driving positive change through innovative 3D printing solutions. “In alignment with the UAE’s visionary decree No. (24) of […]

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Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability at Forefront as Industry Turns Attention to 2024

News Desk 1 22/11/2023

Intense, urgent demand for artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities – and the dueling pressure to reduce energy consumption, costs and greenhouse gas emissions – loom large over the data center industry heading into 2024. The proliferation of AI (as Vertiv predicted two years ago) along with the infrastructure and sustainability challenges inherent in AI-capable computing

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AURAK supports COP28 goals with multiple activities and research

News Desk 1 15/11/2023

In an effort to amplify the UAE’s frontline position as a leader in the fight against climate change, the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has ramped up its activities to support the goals of COP28, the global event that is being hosted by the UAE at Dubai Expo City from November 30 to […]

NEWS DESK GCC Qatar

British Council Announces 8th Qatar UK-Festival programme

News Desk 1 13/11/2023

British Council Qatar is pleased to announce the final programme and theme of the 2023 Qatar-UK Festival, which will take place 20-26 November at the Horticultural Expo 2023, M7, and the British Council. The Qatar-UK Festival 2023 this year in its 8th edition, is an annual festival that highlights and fosters the importance of the […]

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Innovation in urban sustainability and smart cities

News Desk 1 07/11/2023

Urban sustainability is closely linked to smart cities and is concerned with designing, developing, and managing cities and urban communities in a way that ensures environmental, economic, and social sustainability. It aims to achieve sustainable development, improve the quality of life in cities, and enhance efficiency by using modern technology, promoting community

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European organic agriculture ensures environmental sustainability

News Desk 1 30/10/2023

Once conformity with organic standards has been verified by a certification body, the product is afforded a label Organic farming is an agricultural method that aims to produce food using natural substances and processes. This means that organic farming tends to have a limited environmental impact as it encourages the responsible use of energy and […]

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DUBAI AUTODROME ELIMINATES THE EQUIVALENT OF 965 TRUCKS IN CO2 EMISSIONS

News Desk 1 25/10/2023

As part of its ongoing efforts to be a sustainable venue, Dubai Autodrome eliminated 4,544 metric tons of CO2 emissions through its solar panels project in the last 12 months, while almost a quarter of its total annual unused solar energy was put back into Dubai’s electricity grid to help serve the UAE’s communities. The […]

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‘Sustainability investments not a tradeoff, but a strategic advantage for businesses’

News Desk 1 19/10/2023 0

Investments in sustainability are not a tradeoff for businesses, but in fact, a trade-on according to Ahmed Galal Ismail, Chief Executive Officer, Majid Al Futtaim Holding, who was speaking today at the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Annual Meeting of the Global Future Councils 2023. During a press conference titled ‘Leapfrogging MENA’s Sustainability Journey’, Ismail