DMCC has announced the launch of the DMCC Sustainability Hub, a new ecosystem aimed at pioneering (ESG) best practices among its member base of over 24,000 companies.
This new ecosystem, it shared, will aim to become a regional hub for knowledge and innovation in ESG.
In addition to providing a programme of meetings, networking and mentorship opportunities, the Sustainability Hub will also offer access to finance through ESG-focused venture capital companies and accelerator programmes.
A bespoke loyalty programme will enable members to swap points for a range of business services, it shared, as well as fast-tracked tier status within DMCC’s own loyalty programme.
The Sustainability Hub will be run in partnership with C3 (Companies Creating Change), a UAE-based social enterprise empowering impact-driven entrepreneurs across the globe.
C3 will provide a comprehensive training and events programme, as well as facilitate connections between Hub members and local and regional experts.
Hub members will also have access to The C3 Impact Hub, an open resource platform.
Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, DMCC, said: “The central aim of the Sustainability Hub is to maximise the positive impact of our over 24,000 members and in the process ensure that Dubai remains centre stage in the global conversation on sustainability. DMCC has long seen the value in ESG, having signed the UN Global Compact in 2017, and led global insights last year in areas such as the energy transition, the future of transport and clean mobility in the sidelines to COP28.”
Adding: Establishing the Sustainability Hub is the next logical step in this journey as we provide the world’s business community with a platform to showcase their ESG credentials, share knowledge and expertise, and ultimately drive positive and meaningful change.”
The Sustainability Hub is free for existing DMCC members subject to passing an evaluation procedure.