Gulf Bank has announced the launch of the “A Step Towards Change” sustainability initiative, aimed at shifting societal habits by promoting reusable bag adoption in partnership with Mishref cooperative society. …
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Canon Europe becomes affiliate member of the Global Ecolabelling Network
by salehCanon Europe has been accepted as an affiliate member of the Global Ecolabelling Network, it has shared. The organisation is a non-profit association of third-party, environmental performance recognition, certification and …
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UAE Council for Environmental and Municipal Work meets to discuss latest environmental projects
by salehHE Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, recently chaired a meeting of the UAE Council for Environmental and Municipal Work, held in Al Ain. …
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KPMG Lower Gulf and the World Governments Summit (WGS): Unlocking Diversification in The GCC States Report
by salehKPMG Lower Gulf and the World Governments Summit (WGS) released a report this week that examines how GCC countries can benefit from economic diversification and centralised Project Management Offices (PMOs). …
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For its report, ‘Four Steps to Lead in Sustainability,’ Bain & Company surveyed 100 organisational leaders across 11 countries and eight industries to learn how the MENA region can advance …
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As the United Nations enters the final stretch of negotiations for a new treaty to end plastic pollution, governments must work to ensure that the agreement not only reduces plastic …
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Fashion companies failing to account for water-related risks
by salehA new report from Planet Tracker has found that when it comes to disclosing water-related risks, fashion is falling behind. The think-tank looked into how 29 major apparel brands perceive water-related risks …
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Tadweer Group hosts community engagement events to promote recycling
by salehTadweer Group has shared that it is hosting “Sustainable Weekends by Tadweer”, which is a series of community events, workshops and activities across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain aimed at …
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The Desert Vipers partners with Hertz UAE on carbon footprint reduction
by salehThe Desert Vipers, the cricket team that plays in the UAE Twenty20 league, the DP World ILT20, has announced its partnership with Hertz UAE, part of the Al-Futtaim Automotive Group, …
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Decoding safety: Demystifying the UAE and KSA building codes for developers and architects
by salehWith the infrastructure of the UAE and Saudi Arabia growing at a rapid rate, so is the need for the construction industry to focus on safe, secure, and sustainable practices. …