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How one Qatari construction giant is building a more sustainable future

By Written by May Rostom on January 9, 2023
With the Middle East at the forefront of innovation in the buildings and construction industry, companies around the region are using various tools to optimise waste, carbon emissions and the use of resources across project lifecycles. Among them is HBK Contracting. The Qatari construction firm and the contractor behind the first fully demountable football stadium […]
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How the UAE's SMEs are driving environmental change

By Written by May Rostom on November 22, 2022
The role of SMEs in economic development is well recognised, but their role in improving environmental sustainability has received less attention. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are a cornerstone of Middle Eastern economies, accounting for over 90 per cent of all businesses and serving as a major source of new job creation, according to a […]
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The law firm that’s advocating for the environment

By Written by May Rostom on August 30, 2022
UAE-based law firm Al Tamimi & Company has become one of the region’s first to successfully obtain the ISO 14001 certification after implementing an effective environmental management system. The firm, which has 17 offices in 10 countries, joined the Living Business programme to improve its sustainability profile. The programme offers corporate entities one-on-on strategic guidance […]
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The FMCG that's moving fast towards sustainability

By Written by May Rostom on July 25, 2022
According to a McKinsey report, 90% of companies’ impact on the environment comes from supply chains. It makes sense, therefore, that sustainability at giant fast-moving consumer goods companies now means more than just eco-friendly packaging and environmental consumer social responsibility projects. With a growing realisation of the effects of consumerism on the environment, both consumers […]
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Aluminium producer embeds sustainability from energy use to product line

By Written by May Rostom on March 29, 2022
Interest in topics such as conservation techniques, the impact of climate change, and sustainable, ​​environmentally friendly practices have reached record highs worldwide. That’s according to Google Trends data on the top searches for 2021. Even as consumers get behind the energy transition and prioritise sustainability, global industries are looking to optimise their operations accordingly. Initiatives […]
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