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Accelerating green startups

By Third party content on February 2, 2023
The ClimAccelerator programme intended to promote environmentally friendly startups will be held for the first time in Egypt to help develop green entrepreneurial business models in a shorter period, it was announced this week. The three-month programme is organised by EIT Climate-KIC, a European knowledge and innovation community cofounded by the European Union, in collaboration […]
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Dubai Desert Classic launches 'Sustainability Sunday' to showcase tournament's green initiatives

By Third party content on January 29, 2023
Organisers of the Dubai Desert Classic launched a 'Sustainability Sunday' to highlight the tournament's commitment to environmental responsibility. 'Sustainability Sunday will spotlight all sustainable developments at this year's tournament that fall under four themes: waste, transport, energy, and legacy. It marks an important new addition to the agenda for the 33rd edition of the DP […]
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UK substantially underestimates its methane emissions from oil and gas production – and many other countries probably do too

By Third party content on January 28, 2023
A newer, more accurate method for calculating methane emissions from offshore oil and gas production suggests that the United Kingdom severely underestimates its greenhouse gas emissions. Researchers conclude that as much as five times more methane is being leaked from oil and gas production than reported. Methane is the second most important greenhouse gas after […]
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Green banking: Qatar eyes $75bn investment in sustainable finance in 2023

By Third party content on January 25, 2023
Qatar has kickstarted a proactive drive to strengthen the domestic debt market in light of the “encouraging” potential for local bonds and Sukuks, announcing $75 billion in investments in sustainable finance this year. “There is an active drive in Qatar to strengthen the domestic debt capital market to diversify sources of funding and expand sustainable finance solutions,” […]
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RAK government is global first to achieve ISO 50001 energy management certification across all entities

By Third party content on January 24, 2023
Nineteen entities of the Government of Ras Al Khaimah have achieved the ISO 50001 energy management certification, making Ras Al Khaimah Government the first in the world to achieve this certification for all its entities. The accomplishment was announced at the World Future Energy Summit 2023, held as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW). […]
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First Abu Dhabi Bank values $7bln financing for sustainable projects in 2022

By Third party content on January 24, 2023
Shargiil Bashir, Chief Sustainability Officer at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), said that the bank facilitated over AED25.7 billion (US$ 7 billion) for sustainable projects in 2022, noting that the bank has made significant progress by financing many projects across the energy supply, buildings, transportation, waste, water, and food sectors. In statements to the Emirates […]
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Aldar launches Sustainable City – Yas Island

By Third party content on January 24, 2023
The new eco-friendly community will feature organic farming, bio-domes and a focus on integrated ‘green’ living. Abu Dhabi-based developer Aldar Properties is set to develop a fully sustainable community in Abu Dhabi – the move is said to reflect the growing demand for eco-friendly living options. The development will feature hundreds of condominiums and townhouses […]
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Abu Dhabi reveals healthcare sustainability goals

By Third party content on January 24, 2023
In conjunction with Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2023, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, revealed Abu Dhabi’s healthcare sustainability goals. The goals aim to reduce carbon emissions by 20 percent in 2030 and Net Zero by 2050. Through these goals, DoH seeks to set […]
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Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi recognises influential Green Business Network members

By Third party content on January 18, 2023
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) recognised 24 active Green Business Network members at a recent ceremony held in Abu Dhabi. At the same event, EAD awarded the Green Industries Label to Corodex Industries and Bristol Fire Engineering Industries, enabling them to use it to market their products. The gesture reflects the important role […]
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Masdar in deal with four Dutch firms to explore exporting green hydrogen

By Third party content on January 17, 2023
Masdar, one of the world’s leading clean energy companies, Port of Amsterdam, SkyNRG, Evos Amsterdam and Zenith Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the development of a green hydrogen supply chain between Abu Dhabi and Amsterdam to support Dutch and European markets. The MoU was signed by Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, […]
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