Environment

In an effort to promote solidarity and progression in global climate discussions, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber formally handed over the UAE’s COP presidency to Azerbaijan on the first day of …

The COP29 climate summit is set to be a pivotal moment in global climate action. While world leaders gather to negotiate critical climate policies, a dedicated space will be reserved …

Roughly 40% of the world’s population inhabit coastal areas. In addition to being home to 12 of the world’s 15 largest cities, these regions serve as an essential lifeline for countless small …

A report by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has revealed that greenhouse gas levels soared to a new high in 2023, with carbon dioxide accumulating in the atmosphere faster than …

UAE-based digital bank Al Maryah Community Bank (Mbank) has signed a commitment letter with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), it announced this week. The SBTi—a collaboration between the CDP, …

Biodiversity intactness in protected areas is declining faster than in non-protected areas, according to new analysis from the Natural History Museum (NHM).   The findings, published last week, underline the …

Sada Impact, a consultancy specialising in social impact and sustainability, has announced its launch in Saudi Arabia. According to the company’s announcement this week, it will support organisations of all …

Leading Hospitality Services (LHS) has become a corporate member of the Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC). Established in 2006, the EmiratesGBC is an independent, non-profit organisation focused on advancing green …

Innovo has become a member of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), it was announced this week.   The UNGC, which launched in 2000, is the world’s largest corporate sustainability …