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Aldar launches region’s first sustainability incentive programme for suppliers in line with national in-country value programme

Published on January 20, 2025

Aldar has launched a robust sustainability incentive programme supporting the objectives of the National In-Country Value (ICV) Programme, aimed at rewarding suppliers with green bonuses that include both financial and non-financial benefits. The programme evaluates contractors through a rating system based on various sustainability-related factors, such as sustainability data, recycling rates, renewable energy use, and […]

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MBG Developments partners with Schindler to equip PUKKA Project with cutting-edge elevators

Published on November 12, 2024

MBG Developments Continues to Collaborate with Leading Global Companies to Ensure Unmatched Comfort and Luxury for its Clients Cairo, MBG Developments announced its partnership with Schindler, a global leader in the manufacturing of elevators and escalators, to supply PUKKA project in the New Administrative Capital with state-of-the-art elevators. This collaboration includes overseeing the installation, operation, […]

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UAE businesses are failing to meet public expectations for ESG-behaviour, SEC Newgate’s annual Global ESG Monitor reveals

Published on October 17, 2024

UAE residents have very high expectations for businesses to act responsibly on Environmental, Social and Governance issues, a landmark survey has revealed. Of those asked, 90% of UAE participants have given an importance rating of 7 or more out of 10 for large businesses, and a similar rating (88%) for small to medium businesses. Globally, […]

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Mercedes-Benz Egypt collaborates with Shagrha for sustainable development initiative

Published on September 20, 2024

Mercedes-Benz Egypt is pleased to announce joining hands with Shagrha, an organization committed to sustainable development, marking a positive direction for the company’s environmental sustainability efforts in Egypt. This collaboration, which will be part of Shagrha’s ‘Fruitful Schools‘ and ‘Eat From Streets‘ campaigns will run until the end of 2025. kicking off the initiative, a […]

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PwC Middle East survey highlights gap between companies’ ESG initiatives and employee priorities

Published on August 9, 2024

The Middle East findings of PwC’s first global workforce ESG preferences study 2024 reveal a significant disconnect between companies’ focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives and the actual priorities of employees in the region. The study shows that while businesses are prioritising sustainability, employees are more focused on personal benefits, such as fair […]

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GMG contributes to UAE's Green Agenda-2030 by reducing over 2,000 tons of CO2 emissions

Published on July 29, 2024

GMG, a global well-being company retailing, distributing, and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands in sectors including sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties, and logistics, marked a significant milestone in its sustainability strategy with the launch of its first-ever Sustainability Report. The report reveals that the company achieved 89% green energy […]

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Agility reports improved sustainability performance

Published on July 8, 2024

Agility, a supply chain services, infrastructure and innovation company, has made significant progress in environmental and social responsibility around the world. Agility subsidiaries in Kuwait processed 7,500 metrics tonnes of medical waste and developed capacity to annually recycle 60,000 tonnes of scrap metal to the highest environmental standards (Metal and Recycling Company (MRC)). Aiming to […]

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Tabreed prevents 1.5mln tonnes of CO2 emissions in 2023

Published on June 6, 2024

Tabreed, the world’s leading district cooling company, today reported that its operations reduced overall energy consumption by 2.52 billion kWh – equivalent to powering more than 143,000 homes – which, in turn, prevented 1.5 million metric tonnes of CO2 emissions, which equates to removing 330,000 vehicles from the road. According to its fourth annual Environmental, […]

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DEWA and TÜV Rheinland Academy launch the sustainability manager professional certification programme

Published on May 23, 2024

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)’s Innovation Centre and TÜV Rheinland Academy launched the first cycle of the Sustainability Manager Professional Certification Programme. The programme aims to develop skills in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability management in various specialisations in natural sciences, business, or related areas. Participants can improve their sustainability performance and […]

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'Blue Residency' reinforces UAE's leading role in sustainability fields globally

Published on May 16, 2024

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, UAE Special Envoy for Climate Change and COP28 President, said that the UAE leadership is committed to upholding the legacy of sustainability established by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. “We highly value today's announcement of the pioneering initiative to launch […]

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