ESG & CSR
Sustainability Innovation Week launches with new water research center
Science Technology and Innovation Day saw delegates at COP16 in Riyadh seek to harness the restorative potential of innovation ... Read More
Following its successful launch in Ajman, the 23rd cycle of the “Clean UAE” campaign, organised by Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) under the patronage of the Ministry of Clima ... Read More
Under the esteemed patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, the 23rd edition of the Clean UAE Campaign kicked off in the Emirate of Ajman on Thursday, December 5. Organis ... Read More
Initiative launched during Agri-food System Day at COP16 in Riyadh
Saudi Arabia’s UNCCD COP16 Presidency has announced the launch of the Riyadh Action Agenda, a landmark initiative to mobiliz ... Read More
GMG launched its first Sustainability Report, showcasing significant progress in reducing environmental impact, with its logistics operations achieving 89% green energy usage.
GMG made substantia ... Read More
INJAZ UAE, a member of INJAZ Al-Arab and Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, the world’s largest non-profit business education organisation, hosted the 15th edition of its annual ‘Nat ... Read More
Small actions by individuals can result in a significant positive local and global environmental impact as they have the potential to inspire community-led eco-conscious efforts, say experts ... Read More
Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment led the UAE delegation at the Ocean Action: Immersed in Change, a hig ... Read More
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) held a knowledge exchange workshop at the Fund's headquarters in Abu Dhabi. This workshop, which focused o ... Read More
EarthSoul Festival, organized by Orbit Events, will feature a pivotal panel discussion titled 'Building Resilient Communities: Integrating Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability', on the ... Read More
Dhofar Global, a leading B2B supplier of essential products in the Middle East, and Palmade, a UAE-based company that offers locally manufactured biodegradable products, have announced a str ... Read More
Today, PepsiCo, SABIC, AstroLabs and partners announced details of the eight start-up companies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region that have been selected to participate in th ... Read More
Riyadh convened global leaders today at the World Economic Forum Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development to host candid dialogues and outline bold steps to tackle th ... Read More
The Giving Movement, a UAE-based eco-friendly clothing brand that is committed to inspiring a global movement of conscious consumerism through giving, has donated over AED 3 million to Dubai Cares sin ... Read More
EarthSoul Festival, in collaboration with The Storey Group, a sustainability-focused business consultancy firm, and Emirates Environmental Group (EEG), an environmental non-governmental orga ... Read More
In the framework of integrating the efforts of Dubai government teams and fostering community solidarity, Dubai Customs has taken immediate actions to provide assistance to families affected by the re ... Read More
During the 11th edition of the AVPN Global Conference, taking place for the first time in Abu Dhabi, UAE from April 23rd to 25th, a spotlight was shone on the UAE’s unique positioning to le ... Read More
On the auspicious occasion of World Earth Day 2024, Ariston Middle East proudly emphasises its pivotal role in bolstering the UAE’s sustainability endeavours through pioneering an ... Read More
Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has announced an overwhelming response to its pioneering food rescue progr ... Read More
As part of the activities of the 10th edition of the annual Flower Festival held annually to support local farmers and encourage sustainable farming, and in co-occurrence with the month dedi ... Read More
It’s a new dawn for 50 children around the globe! Their lives will shine brightly, thanks to the Golden Heart Initiative, a global philanthropic mission launched by Dr. Shamsheer Vayal ... Read More
Al Ansari Exchange, the largest remittance and foreign exchange company in the UAE and a subsidiary of Al Ansari Financial Services PJSC [DFM: ALANSARI], maintained its commitment for the 9t ... Read More
Carrefour, which Majid Al Futtaim owns the exclusive rights to operate in the UAE, has partnered with the Community Development Authority (CDA), on hosting a heartwarming orphans Iftar on Internationa ... Read More
Dubai Airports, operator of the world’s biggest airport for international travel, and Dubai Autism Centre (DAC) joined hands to mark World Autism Day with a special sunflower planting ceremony.
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Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has unveiled a humanitarian campaign ‘From City Centre to Gaza&rsquo ... Read More
Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder and Chairman of Burjeel Holdings, announced his contribution of AED 1 million to the Mothers’ Endowment campaign, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohamme ... Read More
The UAE Food Bank, an initiative under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives Foundation, in partnership with Taya Art Production, launched the ‘Cook of Thousand Meals’ init ... Read More
As part of its commitment to the community, Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, organised a Meer Ramadan (essential food items and commo ... Read More
The initiative aims to deliver food essentials and iftar meals during the Holy month of Ramadan
As part of its commitment to giving back to the society, ENOC, a leading integrated global energy pla ... Read More
Canon, a global leader in imaging solutions, has collaborated with the Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) to launch the ‘Women Who Empower’ campaign. The initiative aims to upli ... Read More
Al Jalila Foundation, which leads the giving mission of Dubai Health, the first integrated academic health system in Dubai, announced that Meem Foundation, a Dubai-based philanthropic organization, ha ... Read More
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) hosted three citizen science cleanups under the Sahim program , which saw over 100 young climate enthusiasts promote sustainable living practices across ... Read More
Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, welcomed Her Excellency Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and En ... Read More
The Pearl Initiative, a business-led non-profit organization focused on promoting corporate accountability in the Gulf region, hosted the Philanthropy Impact Forum on March 06, 2024, at the Ritz-Carlt ... Read More
Kuehne+Nagel in Muscat organised a beach cleaning initiative promoting awareness about the importance of maintaining clean and healthy marine ecosystem.
Kuehne+Nagel employees volunteered ... Read More
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) held a workshop in its headquarters under the theme, ‘Modelling the Spread of Animal and Common Diseases’, as part of its efforts to ... Read More
Hotpack Global, the UAE-based global leader in packaging products, has partnered with RECAPP, a digital recycling solution platform for households and companies, to roll out recycling bins a ... Read More
HE Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, chaired a meeting of the UAE Council for Environmental and Municipal Work, held in Al Ain. The meeting aimed t ... Read More
New year business trend predictions* reiterate a focus on sustainability, a value that Ariston has espoused for more than four decades and is now central to its business strategy. As the cou ... Read More
A team from the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has won a Research Prize of AED 25,000 in the University Innovation Program at COP28, organized by ExpoLive. The winning project ... Read More
The UAE Food Bank has signed a cooperation agreement with Majid Al Futtaim and Replate to enable all food enterprises at Majid Al Futtaim’s trading centers to donate surplus food suita ... Read More
Nakheel Community Management (NCM), Nakheel’s integrated, customer-centric community management arm, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Etisalat Services Holding, ... Read More
As autonomous and electric mobility gain momentum, the GCC is rising as a global contender, with the UAE and KSA making an impact on the arena of future of mobility and rolling out strategies to devel ... Read More
The Clean UAE Campaign organised by Emirates Environmental Group is a nationwide initiative aimed at fostering environmental responsibility and community engagement, continued its impactful ... Read More
UAE Team Emirates’ CEO and Team Principal, Mauro Gianetti, was invited to present at COP28 and used the platform to announce the team’s ambitious goal of reaching net-zero by 2030.
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His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, today awarded the winners of the Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering global award in sustainability ... Read More
Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development is taking part in the 28th edition of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28), set to be held in Dubai from November 30th to December 12th, 2023, a ... Read More
A range of initiatives supporting food and climate action were announced during the first thematic session of the World Climate Action Summit, featuring by Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy, Fia ... Read More
“The Declaration is our blueprint. Let’s follow the blueprint. Let’s take ideas to scale and let’s build the new climate economy together,” Dr. Al Jaber said.
The D ... Read More
UAE pledges USD$ 200 million to help climate resilience in vulnerable countries.
COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, said: “The UAE is delighted to announce our SDR commitment to the IMF ... Read More
Ducab to Champion Responsible Industry Practices for Accelerating Energy Transition at COP28 UAE
Ducab, one of the UAE’s largest end to end energy solution providers, has announced ... Read More
Thrift for Good, one of Dubai’s most-loved second-hand clothing stores with shops on Palm Jumeirah and in the Times Square Centre, today announced it will donate 100 per cent of the profits from ... Read More
In a majestic spectacle of unity, India International School, Sharjah, skillfully crafted its 7th Guinness World Records™ title on November 28, 2023, forming 'The Largest Human Image of The ... Read More
• New members Baker Hughes, Boeing, Carrier and United Airlines join the Corporate Coalition for Innovation & Technology toward Net Zero (CCITNZ) to help countries meet their decarbonization ... Read More
The Emirates Group has been recognised as one of the UAE’s top 50 most sustainable companies, taking home the highest accolade in sustainable business impact, the Platinum Impact Seal Award from ... Read More
Over 35 sessions, led by more than 200 speakers representing diverse sectors, to come together on December 8 for the 2nd edition of the RewirEd Summit that will take place within COP28’s Gree ... Read More
Designed to use 53% less energy than conventional buildings and produce all of its annual energy requirements on-site, the simple structure shows that almost any developer can achieve net-zero energy
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Today, global aviation IT company SITA announced its near-term and long-term emission reduction targets were validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The move is in line with efforts ... Read More
The Good Plastic Company, the largest producer in sustainable materials, is proud to announce the exclusive distribution of its revolutionary surface material, Polygood®, into the Middle East with ... Read More
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) won the second runner up at the Arabia Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Awards, in the category of Large Public Sector institutions, in recognition ... Read More
The UAE has announced it will participate in funding the Poverty Reduction and Growth Trust (PRGT), allocating US$200 million (AED735 million), within its efforts to expand concessional financing for ... Read More
With the financial support of the European Union (EU) and under the auspices of the Ministry of Social Affairs of Lebanon, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) celebrated with key sta ... Read More
Ecodrisil, a technology pioneer offering intelligent sustainability enablement solutions, is showcasing its AI-powered ESG Xpress Solution at the Future Sustainability Forum (October 4-5) an ... Read More
Recognizing sustainability as the defining challenge of our time, the upcoming UNCTAD World Investment Forum (WIF), to be held from 16 to 20 October 2023 in the UAE’s capital Abu Dhabi, will ser ... Read More
In a resounding commitment to combating climate change and safeguarding critical coastal ecosystems, the UAE has endorsed the Mangrove Breakthrough and announced a high-level Mangroves Minis ... Read More
65% of youth in GCC states, 58% in North Africa and 51% in Levant say they will support boycotting brands that damage the environment
71% of young Arabs say climate change is already im ... Read More
Today, the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), the United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Emp ... Read More
• 33 finalists selected from 5,213 submissions across 163 countries • Finalists are championing impactful climate action and supporting clean energy, water, food, and healthcare access
Th ... Read More
MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the region’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park and The Green Planet, Dubai’s only indoor tropical rainforest have earned the Certified Autism Center™ (CA ... Read More
The 22-hectare park at Masdar City is now certified ‘Exemplar’ for design under the Estidama Public Realm Rating System.
It is the second Masdar City park to receive this rating.
M ... Read More
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has inaugurated a newly constructed section in a school building in northern Lebanon, in an initiative funded by Germany through KfW Development B ... Read More
Al Masaood Group, one of Abu Dhabi’s leading business conglomerates, has rolled out a series of exclusive workshops focused on sustainability to celebrate Emirati Women’s Day. In ... Read More
Under the theme
“Decreasing Wildlife Population, Increasing Human Population: Balancing the Natural Biodiversity”
Emirates Environmental Group conducted its 3rd Panel Discu ... Read More
Mahzooz, the philanthropy-driven weekly draw with the most frequent and highest pay-outs in the UAE, teamed up once again with Al Jalila Foundation to make a significant impact in the life o ... Read More
To celebrate Emirati Women’s Day and in line with the UAE President’s vision for 2030 as the Year of Sustainability, Sunset Hospitality Group partners with UAE National Buthaina ... Read More
In its strategic blueprint, Dubai Customs has embraced the task of amplifying corporate social responsibility, aiming to cast a wider net of involvement. The objective is to partake in social, h ... Read More
During the G20 Health Ministers’ Meetings in India on August 19, Saudi Health Minister Fahad Aljalajel stressed the importance of leveraging the access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelera ... Read More
Ahead of World Humanitarian Day on 19th August, Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Frontline Heroes Office, reinforced the government’s commitment to ... Read More
EGA's Al Taweelah Alumina Refinery Certified by Aluminium Stewardship Initiative for ESG Performance
Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, today announced that its Al Taweelah alumina refinery has been certified for its environmenta ... Read More
The deployment of six solar-powered water pumps in the villages of Walessa, Holte, and Gato in the Dirashe District will significantly improve sustainable access to safe drinking water year-round
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In a move to strengthen the nation’s climate and environmental sustainability goals, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TREN ... Read More
Conares, the second largest private steel manufacturer in the UAE, has demonstrated its dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives by making significant progress. ... Read More
VFS Global the world’s largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions shared new milestones in its sustainability journey.
The new fi ... Read More
Dubai Cares’ Framework for Global Education Transformation, a catalyzing framework developed by the UAE-based global philanthropic organization to guide nations as they chart their w ... Read More
Dubai Municipality has allocated a fieldwork team consisting of 12 employees to supervise 72 cleaners who will work around the clock to maintain the cleanliness of public beaches in Dubai and enhance ... Read More
Mr. Waleed Shamlan Al-Bahar, Acting Director-General of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, led the Kuwait Fund’s delegation participating in the Second International Conference for t ... Read More
Unilever Sri Lanka, in its commitment to fostering economic growth and empowering young individuals, has joined hands with the National Youth Services Council to launch an island-wide career ... Read More
In an initiative launched in early June, Procter & Gamble (P&G), in partnership with a key retail partner launched the ‘The Tree of Hope’ campaign, aimed at encouraging shoppers to ... Read More
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment announced today the formation of a task force to bolster the ‘National Farm Sustainability Initiative’. This is part of the strategic efforts ... Read More
Minister also meets with former Global High Schools category winner and CEO of Mazi Mobility
Supported by the UAE’s pioneering award, the Zayed Sustainability Prize, M-KOPA is on track to ... Read More
Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, today launched its fifth annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) ... Read More
Mr. Waleed Shamlan Al-Bahar, Acting Director-General of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, announced on Tuesday that the total contributions of the Kuwait Fund in supporting regional and i ... Read More
Eng Naseibah Almarzooqi, Director of Studies, Research and Development Department at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, underlines UAE’s commitment to scaling up sustainabil ... Read More
In line with the Year of Sustainability that focuses on the sustainable enhancement of natural habitats and biodiversity and minimising the effects of climate change, the Environment Agency – Ab ... Read More
Under the patronage of his Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence.
Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra will hold a concert for UNICEF in support of chil ... Read More
Hosted ‘Youth in Manufacturing and Technology Forum’
Emirates Steel Arkan's Youth Council hosted its first Youth in Manufacturing and Technology Forum, showcasing the G ... Read More
Al Masaood Group, one of Abu Dhabi’s leading business conglomerates, inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), that not only sees the long-standing relation ... Read More
Today, PepsiCo announced the six companies that will be a part of the second cohort of its Greenhouse Accelerator Program: MENA Sustainability Edition, focused on sustainable agriculture. Following a ... Read More
Elec’Recyclage increases capacity and reduces carbon emissions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the European Union and Elec’Recyclage hav ... Read More
Wisewell, a leading water technology company in Dubai, is proud to announce a significant milestone in its journey towards environmental sustainability. Since the delivery of the first insta ... Read More
Dubai Municipality organized a series of initiatives and events on World Environment Day, which is observed on June 5 every year. Through these events, the Municipality aimed to highlight th ... Read More
Hotpack Global, the UAE-based global leader in sustainable packaging products, has announced the launch of post-consumer recycled (PCR) shopping bags for Spinneys, marking a significant milestone in t ... Read More
In celebration of World Environment Day, The Green Planet – Dubai’s only indoor tropical rainforest – is partnering with GEMS Legacy School to welcome a breathtaking 18-metre blue wh ... Read More
Emirates is unveiling a new closed loop recycling initiative this month, where millions of onboard items such as plastic trays, bowls, snack and casserole dishes, will now be recycled in a local facil ... Read More
As a part of the Visa Foundation Gives initiative, Visa employees will have access to Emirates Nature-WWF’s Leaders of Change volunteering opportunities that contribute towards national sustaina ... Read More
Bait Al-Batterjee is pleased to announce the launch of ‘Make-A-Wish’ for the first time in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Make-A-Wish ® is one of the most prominent e ... Read More
Dubai-based retailer ‘Union Coop’ signed a memorandum of understanding with ‘Emirates Nature-WWF' in cooperation with World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The signing comes as a part of th ... Read More
As a part of the company’s ‘Make a Difference’ sustainability strategy, led by the GMG CEO, 100+ employees planted UAE’s national trees at its solar-powered Trilogi M ... Read More
In line with Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi’s Go Green 2023 Initiative, which is aimed at raising awareness and cultivating initiatives that address climate change challenges with the goal of mov ... Read More
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” This is a question we ask our children when they are young, and typically receive an answer reflecting every child’s dream of a certain pro ... Read More
Nirvana Holding, the leading UAE travel and tourism management company, announced its participation in ATM – Arabian Travel Market 2023 which is scheduled to take place from May 1st to 4th at th ... Read More
Participation record of 93 teams comprising of over 530 students
(Dubai): Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) conducted the 23rd cycle of the Annual Inter-School Environmental Public Speaking Compe ... Read More
Betty Crocker, a brand synonymous with baking and cooking products and recipes in the UAE, has launched the “30 ways to share your love campaign”, this Ramadan. Capturing the spirit ... Read More
Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa (PMMAF) continues to ramp up its corporate sustainability efforts with the recent conduct of Mangrove Kayaking & Planting and Beach Clean-up in Al Zora ... Read More
QNET, the global, e-commerce based, direct selling leader, is marking the holy month of Ramadan by contributing AED 100,000 to the United Arab Emirates government initiative, '1 Billion Meals' ... Read More
As part of its commitment to encourage the spirit of giving within the community, ENOC Group participated in the ‘Ramadan Aman’ initiative in coordination with Al Ihsan Charity A ... Read More
As part of Volodymyr Zelenskyy's ‘Grain from Ukraine’ humanitarian programme, a ship carrying 30,000 tons of Ukrainian wheat has arrived at the port of Ras Saleef, Yemen, today. This s ... Read More
In their continuous mission to give back to the community and heal with compassion, the LAU Medical Center-Saint John’s Hospital has organized a crafts sales event for Al Younbou ... Read More
The UAE Food Bank, in cooperation with Dubai Municipality, organized a campaign to distribute 1,000 Harees meals to deserving workers in Al Quoz Park, as part of the “Your Harees On Us&rdq ... Read More
Attended by Sheikh Khalifa Bin Mohammed Bin Khalid Al Nahyan, Walk for Inclusion took place on Hudayriat Island during the weekend. Over a thousand residents, families, and friends of People of Determ ... Read More
Keeping with the spirit of Ramadan, RAK Hospital as part of their annual community initiative distributed over 1500 ready Iftar meals to the nation’s unsung heroes. The drive-away Iftar meal dis ... Read More
Friends Of Cancer Patients (FOCP), the UAE-based civil society, has continued its mission to strengthen the nation’s spirit of solidarity with cancer victims and their families by bringing toget ... Read More
Visa Eco Benefits is designed to help consumers understand the impact of their spending on the environment when using their debit or credit card
The solution gives financial institutions the tools ... Read More
The Arabia CSR Network, the Arab world’s leading corporate social responsibility and sustainability think tank, recently hosted a virtual workshop to equip organisations in the region with ... Read More
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The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), in partnership with ADNOC and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), has announced the UAE CLIMATE TECH.
The first-of-its-kind for ... Read More
50 children, staff and family-focused influencers, along with their children, were invited to a personalised tour at The Green Planet, followed by an iftar
The experience reflected Continental&rs ... Read More
Ministers and over 150 officials from 50 government and private entities in attendance
Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, President and CEO of the UAE Independent Cli ... Read More
In a move to encourage the spirit of giving throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan, volunteers from ENOC Group are distributing 10,000 iftar meals and over 5,500 boxes of grocery items provide ... Read More
ROME - Cindy H. McCain joins the United Nations World Food Programme as the new Executive Director today, warning that the world is facing an unparalleled food crisis that requires the Rome- ... Read More
New ‘Climate Action’ category will reward innovative solutions that promote climate adaptation, build resilience and deploy environmental solutions
Small and medium sized enterprises ... Read More
HE Almheiri participated in the interactive dialogue ‘Water for Climate, Resilience, and Environment: Source to Sea, Biodiversity, Climate, Resilience and DRR’ and side sessions ‘Fro ... Read More
Dubai Municipality organised an environmental event under the title ‘Be the change you want to see in the world’, to commemorate World Water Day at Al Mamzar Corniche beach. The event was ... Read More
CAIRO – As the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region celebrates the beginning of the Muslim Holy Month of Ramadan, it is experiencing a deepening food security crisis due to the combination ... Read More
In the world, around 300 million people are colourblind.
Most colourblind people find out about their condition at a much later stage in their lives, making simple everyday encounters for ... Read More
Day one of the inaugural Forecasting Healthy Futures Global Summit concluded in Abu Dhabi yesterday, bringing together world leaders in climate, health, and technology to catalyse ideas and solu ... Read More
Birth mothers can avail 20 weeks of paid maternity leave, including one month before the birth of a child
Paid family leave of 6 weeks for all new parents, regardless of gender; reduced ... Read More
To enhance and explore bilateral research opportunities, Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with eight major universities based in the UAE.
The ... Read More
The UAE’s business leaders have highlighted the achievements of women in the Arab world and their contribution to social, economic and cultural growth, underlining the value of #EmbraceEqu ... Read More
FAO-IFAD-WFP push to enhance rural women and girls’ digital capabilities and tackle the barriers they face to access technology to be equal contributors to our agrifood systems.
Inclus ... Read More
Anticipating COP28 and the key role of the UAE in the global efforts to address climate change, ne’ma, the National Food Loss and Waste initiative, has partnered with the organizers of Abu Dhabi ... Read More
In the wake of the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, Emirates is setting up an airbridge with the International Humanitarian City (IHC), to transport urgent relief supplies, medical items a ... Read More
His Excellency Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of Dubai Land Department said: “His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, declared 2023 the ... Read More
Held under the theme ‘Raising Ambition, Progressing Inclusivity’, the Forum highlighted the need for multi-stakeholder collaboration to deliver impactful solutions to developing countri ... Read More
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan presented awards to the 10 winners of the 2023 Zayed Sustainability Prize today.
The Prize’s Awards Ceremony coincided with ... Read More
The National Water and Energy Center at the United Arab Emirates University, in cooperation with the Fujairah Research Center and the Fujairah Environment Authority, conducted water resources- related ... Read More
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), has recently launched ‘Eltezam’ – a new digital system for environmental inspection and compliance evaluation which gives EAD’s ... Read More
The award recognises EHS’ outstanding efforts, pioneering events, and innovative initiatives.
The Communication and Marketing Department at Emirates Health Services (EHS) won the Interna ... Read More
Kerry and DaVinci Gourmet partnered with Evolvin’ Women to deliver an impactful CSR program training for 12 women to become baristas and mixologists of the future. Evolvin’ Women, a compan ... Read More
In line with its support to the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, Exalto Emirates showcased some of its most advanced and enviro-friendly marine products at the fourth edition of the Abu Dhabi International B ... Read More
The project aims to increase food security, sustainable livelihoods and protect the biodiversity of more than 5,000 indigenous people in Ucayali, Peru.
Beyond2020, the UAE-driven humanitarian ... Read More
The renowned provider of professional services, Deloitte, hosted over a 100 leaders of UAE based family enterprises at an event held in Abu Dhabi. The event titled “The thriving family enterpris ... Read More
Final day of The Hub Forum hears how embracing the metaverse drive engagement in UAE education sector
Second Day of Paperworld Middle East Witnesses Exhibitors’ Drive Towards
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Dubai Cares, a civil society organization formally associated with the United Nations Department of Global Communications, recently participated at the World Conference on Early Childhood Care and Edu ... Read More
Jens Otterstedt, General Manager of Al Masaood Bergum, highlighted the significance of innovative 3D volumetric modular building solutions, including usage of recyclable materials, to foster sustainab ... Read More
KPMG has released its bi-annual “Survey of Sustainability Reporting 2022,” examining sustainability reporting trends around the globe – including Saudi Arabia and the Middle East reg ... Read More
World Green Building Council and JLL share global best practices and learnings to inspire action toward decarbonization of the built environment
JLL, the leading professional services firm speciali ... Read More
Soudah Development (SD), a closed joint-stock real estate development company fully owned by the Public Investment Fund, today announced its participation at the 2nd Saudi Green Initiative Forum, runn ... Read More
Corporate Coalition for Innovation & Technology toward Net Zero (CCITNZ) to partner with governments, international organizations and others in industry to help countries meet decarbonization a ... Read More
The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) has launched the 21st annual Clean UAE campaign under the patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) with the presence of H.E Sultan Ab ... Read More
- Hosted by Dubai Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Network, knowledge sharing event highlighted various aspects of planning initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions within business operations ... Read More
7-15 November 2022
Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering global award that recognises and rewards small and medium-sized enterprises, nonprofit organisations, and high schools for ... Read More
After 10 successful years at Dubai’s historical Al Fahidi district, Mawaheb art studio and community cafe relocated to Goshi Warehouse village in Al Qouz
The inauguration was attended by over ... Read More
10 Winners to be announced at Awards Ceremony in January 2023 across the categories of Health, Food, Energy, Water and Global High Schools
4,538 submissions from 152 countries, marking ... Read More
His Excellency Ahmed Taleb al Shamsi: “The immense success of this conference is a token of the wise leader’s vision that aims at hosting renowned international conferences and events i ... Read More
In the Middle East climate change and energy transition imperatives are helping to accelerate the massive and fast transformation of the region. Governments must balance the potentially profound impac ... Read More
Circlemena.org is a website based on the collaboration between the Pearl Initiative and Philanthropy Age to support philanthropists and corporate donors in the Gulf region.
Global giving by indiv ... Read More
The project was successfully completed within the budgeted cost and schedule approved by OSE’s board • The expansion will raise the company's capacity by 50 per cent, to 12,000 me ... Read More
15 Saudi and regional entities participated in the auction, with Aramco, Olayan Financing Company and MA'ADEN purchasing the largest number of carbon credits
The auction offered high-qu ... Read More
The transformative power of cloud, artificial intelligence and digital twins will be in sharp focus at the leading global energy event in Abu Dhabi
AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, dr ... Read More
Emirates Foundation announces hosting the 26th World Volunteer Conference under the theme of “Volunteering for the Common Good: Making Life Better for People and Communities” in Abu D ... Read More
614 labels have been awarded to companies since the launch of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce CSR Label in 2010
Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce has presented 28 companies with the D ... Read More
Pioneering research shows that a new generation of Gulf philanthropists expect transparency, market-based practices and a strategic approach to giving.
In emerging markets, over USD 5 trillion of ... Read More
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC (ADCB) has received an upgrade to its environmental, social and governance (ESG) risk score by Sustainalytics, one of the world’s leading ESG rating agencies. ADCB ... Read More
On the occasion of the International Day of the Girl, Plan International launched a worldwide campaign “Equal Power Now”, standing with girls and calling on leaders and powerholders to uph ... Read More
The company continues to improve efficiencies and reduce environmental impacts through industry collaboration and an ambitious science-based decarbonisation roadmap
Brambles, the global ... Read More
Climate change mitigation took center stage on the second day of the Summit, which was brought to a close with a private-sector networking reception featuring top management of Ras Al Khaimah Governme ... Read More
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) hosted the Fifth National Dialogue for Climate Ambition (NDCA), dedicated to the insurance industry. Held under the theme ‘Building an eff ... Read More
Organized by Organon, the HERA Women’s Health Congress convened regional women’s health experts in Abu Dhabi from 23-24 September to explore how critical gaps in family planning services i ... Read More
Zayed Sustainability Prize helps 60,000 farmers and 1,200 rural women cut down food waste and increase income
As the world celebrates food preservation initiatives to mark the ... Read More
Diamond Developers, the leading sustainable development manager in the region, was named "Developer of the Year" title.
The Sustainable City (TSC) Dubai, the first fully-operational sus ... Read More
Smart Cities solutions provider Netix Global has announced a Sustainability Finance Model in partnership with one of the largest energy and automation funds from Europe, aimed at funding the Ai powere ... Read More
The Environment Development Forum 2022 – “The Road to Sharm El Sheikh Climate Change COP27” on its third day in Cairo, Egypt opened with a plenary session on innovation and private s ... Read More
The School aims to fundraise AED 170,000 to build a new school in Nepal to help increase access to quality primary education and improve adult literacy in the far western region of the country
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Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, recently presented a plaque to Al Nabooda Automobiles, the exclusive authorized distributor in Dubai and Northern Emirates for A ... Read More
ZOOM, UAE’s leading home-grown convenience store chain, today announced its partnership with Emirates Nature-WWF, the leading non-profit organization in the United Arab Emirates, to extend its s ... Read More
Policymakers and Executives from Major Fresh Food Suppliers to participate in World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Global conflict, supply chain disruptions, and the c ... Read More
The BMW Group continues to adhere to its ambitious sustainability targets and will reduce its CO2 emissions by 40 per cent per vehicle by 2030 across the entire value chain, compared to 2019 values.
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Inclusive education and support services empower parents to become effective advocates for children facing cognitive, behavioral, and sensory challenges
Second edition of the support se ... Read More
Aster DM Healthcare, one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in GCC and India has fulfilled the promise of providing 255 homes to the victims of Kerala Floods who lost everything to the dev ... Read More
Bank will join more than 50 global peers in the United for Wildlife Financial Taskforce
In line with its commitment to champion sustainable initiatives, Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the ... Read More
UN-Habitat, the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) and the Ministry of Social Affairs held a kick-off workshop on improving planning capacities for social and economic local development ... Read More
US$3 million Prize attracts 4,538 submissions from 152 countries
High number of entries in Food and Health categories reflect need for more resilient food and health systems in response to rising ... Read More
A GMG-branded water station will be installed in Al Qudra on the popular Dubai cycling route
GMG - a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading ... Read More
GMG unveils its ‘Make a Difference’ sustainability strategy framework
The strategy is aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals across GMG's key markets
GMG - a gl ... Read More
Number of participants in the Centre’s activities grew by 58% from 3,819 to 6,017 in the first half of 2022.
4,804 volunteers from more than 40 companies took part in the ‘Give and Ga ... Read More
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has kickstarted the Dynamics of Circularity Series, a periodic stakeholder assembly aimed at sharing knowledge, building capacities, and explori ... Read More