Technology

A new race to develop bite-sized carbon capture technology

Carbon capture technology operates a bit like a giant vacuum, sucking planet-warming CO₂ from emissions generated by the burning of carbon-intensive fuels

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Insights: How the UAE is setting the stage for an impactful COP28

With a target of $75bn in green financing for the period ranging from 2022-2030, FAB will be a strategic enabler of the UAE’s sustainable future

Abu Dhabi EAD reports good progress on single use plastic ban

Abu Dhabi: Daily reduction of half a million single-use plastic bags since June 1

More than 80 per cent of Abu Dhabi’s outlets, including the main retail shops, are committed to levying voluntary fees

Federal law approved regulating linkage of renewable energy to National Grid courtesy_WAM

UAE approves law regulating linkage of renewable energy production units to electrical grid

The law aims to achieve the UAE’s objectives in terms of diversifying renewable energy sources and optimally utilising natural resources

Abu Dhabi DMT

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Municipalities and Transport prioritises environmental sustainability

The department aims to position Abu Dhabi as a benchmark for integrated sustainability planning and the prudent management and development of natural resources

Mubdala Air carbon exchange

Mubadala acquires stake in Hub71-based AirCarbon Exchange

Last year, ACX was recognised as the ‘Best Carbon Exchange’ in Environmental Finance’s prestigious Voluntary Carbon Market Rankings

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Leveraging the power of sustainable cold chains to safeguard food security

According to recent research, approximately one third of the food produced is getting wasted which puts pressure on consumers to change their behaviour

Martin Tricaud of first Abu Dhabi Bank

Insights: How banks can unlock the finance needed to get to net zero

First Abu Dhabi Bank has structured green financing for the development of renewable energy projects, the construction of energy efficient buildings and infrastructure development for sustainable water management

Saudi Arabia launches three initiatives to boost climate action

Saudi Arabia announces three projects to advance climate action at SGI Forum

The projects were announced by Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy during the recent Saudi Green Initiative Forum

Aldar Properties joins CEBC

Aldar Properties joins Clean Energy Business Council as partner member

Aldar will collaborate with CEBC in its ‘Energy Efficiency’ working group to achieve goals that will promote a sustainable future and support the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative

Cop27

Will it be business as usual after COP27?

COP27 and COP28, being held in Egypt and the UAE respectively, place the Middle East at the centre in efforts against climate change. Here’s what the region can contribute towards building sustainable future

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Framing sustainability success will help create impact where it matters most

From ESG reporting and finance to climate risk assessment, business leaders must recognise sustainability as a core element of their business strategy and plan accordingly

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Telco e& becomes UAE’s first private sector entity to join UICCA

UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators is a non-partisan climate action entity that functions as a think tank, providing evidence-based policy recommendations on climate action to both the public and private sectors

UAE Indonesia unveil MAC at COP27 Photo courtesy WAM

UAE, Indonesia announce Mangrove Alliance for Climate at COP27

The Mangrove Alliance for Climate seeks to scale up and accelerate the conservation and restoration of mangrove ecosystems for the benefit of communities worldwide

Abu Dhabi to generate 60% electricity from clean sources

Abu Dhabi to generate 60% of electricity from clean sources by 2035

The DoE’s regulatory framework is the first legally binding clean and renewable energy target in the Middle East for the electricity sector

COP27 MoU Image courtesy WAM

UAE, Jordan, Israel sign MoU to advance clean energy and desalination projects

The countries signed a memorandum of understanding to support Project Prosperity at the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Egypt

Masdar Infinity PV plant fully operational

Egypt’s Infinity, Masdar PV plant fully operational, will power COP27

Infinity Power’s 6 MWp solar photovoltaic plant can provide enough electricity to power more than 5,000 homes a year

DP World to invest$500m towards reducing co2 emissions

DP World to invest $500m over five years to reduce carbon emissions

DP World’s plans include replacing its global fleet of assets from diesel to electric, investing in renewable power and exploring alternative fuels

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What you need to know about investing in renewable energy stocks

Investing in green stocks can be a great way to protect your portfolio from market volatility

Khalid Ali Al-Ruwaigh, Chief Executive Officer of APICORP

Apicorp, Hartree sign $75m Islamic facility for voluntary carbon offsets  

The first-of-its-kind facility in the MENA region will fund high-quality voluntary carbon offsets, which will be used to develop environmentally friendly projects worldwide

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UAE delegation to COP27 aims to showcase focus on low-carbon path

The UAE is keen to reinforce efforts to cut emissions, meet the goals of the Paris Agreement, and adopt a sustainable economic pathway aligned to be net zero by 2050

Chandra Dake, CEO, Dake Reschand

Correcting carbon tunnel vision: How to avoid turning a blind eye to holistic sustainability

All stakeholders must realise that sustainability transition and net-zero emissions are two sides of the same coin, that we cannot de-couple one from the other without a detrimental impact

Evren Ozlu

Insights: Why food security is a pressing priority in the IMETA region

Twenty per cent of livestock production is lost to disease every year, while one-third of all food produced is wasted

Nicholas Ball of Xfuel

Insights: Why advanced fuels can drive decarbonisation

Advanced biofuels, made from plant-based waste material, can help cut carbon emissions in aviation and maritime sectors

PepsiCo Eugene Willemsen

Cover story: Eugene Willemsen, CEO – PepsiCo AMESA, shares the company’s “positive” outlook on sustainability

In an exclusive interview with Gulf Business ahead of COP27, Willemsen sheds light on how sustainability and regenerative agriculture initiatives are transforming the company’s operations in Africa, Middle East and South Asia, and why COP27 can help drive change

Abu Dhabi’s Adnoc acquires 24.9% stake in OMV

ADQ, Veolia, Vision Invest acquire ADNOC Refining’s waste management operations

ADQ, Veolia, and Vision Invest will own and operate two waste management plants, which sustainably treat and dispose of industrial waste generated from across ADNOC’s operations

Vincent Wijnen Al-Futtaim Senior MD

Interview: Al-Futtaim Automotive’s Vincent Wijnen talks about innovation and sustainability

The senior managing director talks about the company’s presence at the Abu Dhabi Air Show, its electric vehicle portfolio and supporting UAE’s net-zero goals

Mark Napier VP Director DWTC

Insights: How food producers can leverage sustainability-linked financing

The global food production industry is increasingly turning to green financing as a way of mitigating its impact on the planet

UAE - US sign strategic partnership to accelerate investement in clean energy, boost climate action_ photo courtesy WAM

UAE, US sign partnership to advance climate action goals, boost renewable energies

The two nations will collaborate to advance their net-zero goals and provide funding for sustainable energy projects in emerging economies

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Saudi Arabia’s Dar Al Arkan completes first 3D printed villa at Shams Al Riyadh

Unlike traditional home-building methods, 3DCP cuts the construction time by more than half, is more flexible and requires less manpower since it takes only three workers to build one house