Agthia Group PJSC has announced its new solar energy initiative, which will involve the establishment of solar power plants at the production facilities of Al Ain Water and Al Foah, …
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Sustainable Square’s GCC ESG report reveals key trends in the region
With COP28 just around the corner, ESG is coming to the fore in the MENA, and businesses are beginning to understand the imperative of centring it at the heart of …
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IBM has announced its latest investments to advance environmental sustainability through its social impact programs. This new set of environmental initiatives, including a partnership with the University of Sharjah, are …
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EEG: 23rd Cycle of the Inter-College Environmental Public Speaking Competition concludes
Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) recently conducted the 23rd edition of the annual Inter-College Environmental Public Speaking Competition from November 20th to 23rd, 2023, located at Higher Colleges of Technology in …
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From the European Union’s Green Deal Industrial Plan and the United States’ Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to Japan’s Green Growth Strategy and the Korean New Deal, industrial policies aimed at accelerating the energy transition are proliferating in …
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Times Square Center is set to host a four-day, full mall takeover “Sustainafest” during COP28 with international broadcaster, retail and consumer expert, and founder of “Buy Smarter, Buy Greener” Kate …
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WaterWipes Survey indicates plastic-free preference among parents in the UAE and KSA
WaterWipes recently conducted a survey that revealed 93 per cent of those in the UAE and KSA are more likely to choose plastic-free baby wipes. This, the company said, indicates …
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Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has published a special COP28 edition of the “Future Opportunities Report: The Global 50.” The special edition identifies 12 opportunities that directly or indirectly relate to …
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Finland to host COP28 pavilion & calls for collaborative action to accelerate green transition
Finland, for the first time, has expanded its presence with its own pavilion at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28). There, it shared, it will be calling for …
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Today, Uber announced a pledge to make 25% of kilometres travelled on its platform in Dubai emission-free by 2026, aligning with its overall global vision to become a fully zero-emission …