#Sustainability

Insights: Closing the talent gap in Saudi Arabia’s water sector 

Insights: Closing the talent gap in Saudi Arabia’s water sector 

True resilience comes when Saudi engineers are fully empowered and equipped — not just to participate in the workforce, but to lead it, says Al Harbi

Eng. Hamzeh Awwad, CEO of AJi Group

AJi Group’s Hamzeh Awwad on its regional growth and the future of smart cities

Engineer Hamzeh Awwad, CEO of AJi Group, shares how the firm is reshaping the Gulf’s infrastructure landscape through innovation, sustainability, and smart design

FAB issues second $20m blue bond, follows successful debut in Aug

FAB issues second $20m blue bond, follows successful debut in Aug

FAB said its latest Blue Bond reflects growing collaboration between the public and private sectors to drive climate-resilient infrastructure and sustainable economic growth in the UAE and beyond

Dubai Taxi Company partners with EVS to maintain electric fleet

EVS, the UAE’s first specialised EV maintenance centre, services brands including Tesla, Lucid, Polestar, Rivian and BYD

From waste oil to renewable biodiesel: Details on Dubai Municipality, BiOD's new deal

From waste oil to renewable biodiesel: Details on Dubai Municipality, BiOD’s new MoU

Under the agreement, BiOD Technology will collect used cooking oils and fats, oils, and grease from across Dubai and process them into B100 biodiesel

Emirates launches second upcycled luggage line with materials from retrofitted aircraft

Emirates launches second upcycled luggage line with materials from retrofitted aircraft

The 167 limited edition handmade items are expected to sell out within days, with proceeds from the sales benefitting children via the Emirates Foundation

du gets new certiication for sustainable procurement - first telco in the UAE to do so_Getty Images

du now first UAE telco to be ISO 20400 certified for sustainable procurement

The achievement was made possible through partnerships with sustainability-focused organisations, including CRIF AG, Dubatt, and Aramex

Khaled Al Huraimel_BEEAH Group CEO and Vice Chairman on its first major real estate project

BEEAH’s Khaled Al Huraimel on its first major real estate project, Khalid Bin Sultan City

The group CEO and vice chairman of BEEAH discusses the company’s move into real estate, the foundational values behind the project, and how it aligns with national and regional urban transformation agendas

Maxim Kaplevich , Sparklo founder and CEO

How Sparklo is enabling recycling in the UAE and beyond

Over the next five to 10 years, Sparklo aims to collect more than 50 per cent of all plastic bottles consumed in at least five of its operating countries

Forging a greener future: EMSTEEL's group CEO on rethinking steel, sustainability, and innovation

EMSTEEL’s group CEO on rethinking steel, building materials, sustainability and innovation

Engineer Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi discusses how EMSTEEL is leveraging AI, green hydrogen, carbon capture, and smart manufacturing to decarbonise operations, improve efficiencies, and expand its global footprint

An interview with HP President of Southern Europe, the Middle East and Africa Helena Herrero

Empowering innovation and inclusion: An interview with HP’s Helena Herrero

The president of HP for Southern Europe, the Middle East and Africa shares her insights on technology, digital transformation, empowering women and sustainability

Emirates Group co-locates to world's largest solar-powered data centre

Emirates Group to co-locate to world’s largest solar-powered data centre

Starting in mid-2026, the Emirates Group will begin relocating its data centre operations to Moro Hub, which will provide comprehensive services

Samer Kamal is the MD, Tactical Connections and Christophe Guibeleguiet is the head of the Climate & Sustainability Practice at APCO share insights on the opportunities that food waste holds

Food waste: Is it a ‘wasted’ opportunity?  

As businesses and investors align with these goals, the recovery of commercial food waste can become a cornerstone of the region’s transition to a green economy

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World Water Day: Preserving resources for a sustainable future

By working together with governments, utilities, and industries, we can ensure that urban water systems are prepared for future challenges while preserving our most precious resource

George Tataru s a lead solutions consultant, Treasury & Capital Markets at Finastra on Insights: Banking on sustainability, mitigating risks

Insights: Banking on sustainability, mitigating risks

To effectively manage and mitigate risks arising from climate and other factors, it is crucial for banks to modernise their systems, for now and the future

Aldar Investment raises $500m through an oversubscribed green sukuk

Aldar Investment raises $500m through an oversubscribed green sukuk

The proceeds will be used in line with Aldar’s Green Finance Framework to refinance sustainability-accredited real estate within AIP’s portfolio

Green taxis: 'Hala EV' sees with 4 models enter fleet

Green taxis: ‘Hala EV’ sees 4 new models enter fleet

Hala customers can opt for an EV taxi via the Careem app at no additional cost

Vismay Sharma L'Oreal SAPMENA President talks about the company's focus on beauty tech,sustainability and innovation

L’Oréal’s Vismay Sharma on beauty tech, sustainability and innovation

L’Oréal SAPMENA’s president shares how the company is setting new industry benchmarks in the Middle East and beyond

HPE Aruba Networking: Secure sustainable AI-driven connectivity at the fore

HPE Aruba Networking: Secure sustainable AI-driven connectivity at the fore

This year at LEAP in Saudi Arabia, HPE Aruba Networking will be taking centre stage with a unique approach to its solutions and offerings

Etihad Rail debuts carbon emission avoidance, reduction certificates

Etihad Rail debuts carbon emission avoidance, reduction certificates

The company’s operations are projected to reduce CO2 emissions from the UAE’s road transport sector by 21 per cent annually by 2050

The executive director of Sustainable Development at Masdar City gives us insights into its groundbreaking green building certifications, such as LEED Platinum, its recent white paper and focus on decarbonisation

Masdar City’s Mohamed Al Breiki on its net-zero journey

The executive director of Sustainable Development at Masdar City gives us insights into its groundbreaking green building certifications, such as LEED Platinum, its recent white paper and focus on decarbonisation

Masdar City officially launched testing of cutting-edge autonomous vehicles as part of its ambitious vision to redefine sustainable urban transportation

Abu Dhabi: Masdar City begins testing autonomous vehicles

The autonomous vehicle tests at Masdar City mark an important step toward reshaping how cities approach sustainable transportation

Aldar Properties raises Dhs9bn sustainability-linked loan

Abu Dhabi’s Aldar Properties raises Dhs9bn sustainability-linked loan

The facility is six times larger than any other single-bank financing the company has done in its recent history

Cities reimagined: A blueprint for humanity's future

Cities reimagined: A blueprint for humanity’s future

As cities around the world face increasing pressures from rapid urbanisation, climate change, and social inequalities, the concept of “future cities” is emerging as a powerful solution

Landmark Group Unveils Region’s First Textile Recycling Facility in Ceremony Inaugurated by UAE Minister of Economy_2

Landmark Group unveils textile recycling facility in Dubai

The new recycling facility is just the beginning of a larger movement towards sustainability in the region’s fashion and retail industries

UNCCD COP16: Global Drought Resilience Partnership launches, $12bn pledged in support

At the UNCCD COP16 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia launched the Riyadh Global Drought Resilience Partnership. With over $12bn pledged, the initiative seeks to combat the growing threat of droughts worldwide

Leading with passion: The CEO’s journey and strategic goals for Emirates Park Zoo

Leading with passion: The CEO’s journey and strategic goals for Emirates Park Zoo

Dr Walid Shaaban, Group CEO of Emirates Park Zoo, seeks to leave a legacy of sustainable growth, innovation, and meaningful conservation

ADIPEC 2024: ADNOC, Masdar, Microsoft to drive AI, low-carbon initiatives

ADIPEC 2024: ADNOC, Masdar, Microsoft to drive AI, low-carbon initiatives

The collaboration will support environmental and economic goals through AI-driven initiatives in renewable energy, carbon capture and efficiency improvements

The UAE's path to sustainable business through ESG compliance

The path to sustainable business through ESG compliance

Businesses in the UAE face rising pressures — and costs — to comply with ESG standards, leveraging lessons from global markets to drive both growth and environmental stewardship

Mohammed Amin, SVP CEEMETA, at Dell Technologies on achieving sustainability in the age of AI

Insights: Achieving sustainability goals in the era of AI

Adopting energy-efficient infrastructure is a powerful way to advance sustainability and is already bringing about a radical shift in how businesses approach innovation and growth