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Saudi Readymix, Betolar to develop low-carbon concrete solutions

Published on November 12, 2024

Pioneering Finnish materials technology company Betolar has partnered with Saudi Readymix (SRMCC), a leading producer and supplier of ready-mixed concrete products in the kingdom, to achieve a significant milestone in sustainable concrete technology. The joint project, running from 2023 to 2024, has successfully developed breakthrough low-carbon concrete recipes, tailored to meet the growing demand for […]

Cemex signs agreement to operate the second Regenera facility in Egypt

Published on September 30, 2024

Mexico-based cement multinational Cemex announced on Thursday that it will operate its second facility in Egypt to produce sustainable substitutes for fossil fuels under its circularity business Regenera. Regenera promotes the use of non-recyclable waste and industrial by-products as sustainable substitutes for fossil fuels and natural raw materials. Under an agreement inked with Assiut governorate, […]

ALEC's 2023 ESG report showcases significant strides in sustainable operations and employee wellbeing

Published on September 9, 2024

In the latest edition of its annual Sustainability & Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) report, ALEC, part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), has detailed the clear and measured advancement it has made in the sustainability of its operations as well as in upskilling and enhancing wellbeing of its employees. Notable among the Group’s environmental […]

PR agencies: To B or not to B?

Published on July 29, 2024

Having recently secured B Corp certification for his PR agency CYLKA, committee member Saad Alrubaian reflects on the journey and provides insights to other agencies interested in gaining certification. Climate change is a pressing issue, and CYLKA, as a purpose-driven PR agency, wasn't content with just talking about it. We wanted to walk the talk. […]

Emirates Steel Arkan announces pilot project to reduce cement plant’s carbon footprint by 15%

Published on February 26, 2024

Abu Dhabi-listed steel and building materials manufacturer Emirates Steel Arkan (ESA) announced on Tuesday that it has signed an agreement with Finland’s MAGSORT to initiate an industrial pilot project targeting a CO2 footprint reduction up to 15 percent at Al Ain Cement plant. The project involves the deployment of proprietary MAGSORT solution to process steel […]

Ajman has over 8,300 green buildings

Published on February 13, 2024

The Municipality and Planning Department in Ajman announced that the total number of green buildings in the emirate has reached 8,335 buildings according to the green building standards for residential buildings. This comes in line with the state's directives and embodies the methodologies adopted in the Year of Sustainability, which continues its journey for the […]

Sharjah Sustainable City begins handover for villas in Phase 2

Published on January 19, 2024

Sharjah Sustainable City, the first sustainable master-planned community in the emirate of Sharjah developed in partnership with the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Diamond Developers, has commenced the handover process for homeowners who purchased villas in the second phase of the project. The announcement of the handover for the second phase comes after […]

ACCIONA uses new energy storage system to reduce emissions in one of its projects

Published on January 19, 2024

ACCIONA has used a new, much more efficient energy storage system in the construction of the Alentejo Hospital in the Évora region of Portugal. This Atlas Copco ZBP45-45 energy storage system - connected to a 100 kVA generator - has been installed to power a crane tower being used in the construction of the hospital. […]

‘Fighting climate change is our moral and business imperative’ – Gensler Co-Chair

Published on January 8, 2024

Guided by the profound belief that design has the power to shape a better world, Gensler, the world’s largest architectural firm, is leading the industry charge towards a sustainable and climate-resilient future. “We impact the lives of millions worldwide, influencing how people live, work, and play on a daily basis,” the company’s Co-Chair Andy Cohen […]

EU bank to help drive decarbonisation at Arabian Cement

Published on November 24, 2023

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has teamed up with A³&Co., a pioneering consulting firm, to lead a transformative sustainable initiative at Arabian Cement Company in Egypt. This collaboration is designed not only to reduce carbon emissions but also to cut costs through innovative, environmentally responsible approaches, supporting Arabian Cement Company in its […]

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