The Rise of Sustainable Design in times of COVID ’19

By Najia Qazi, Founder and Creative Professional at Sustainable Narrative   Sustainable movement is on the rise in MENA, with growing awareness and the advancement of sustainable practices in the region. Initiatives and road maps have been introduced and continue to be supported in order to understand the current dynamics of sustainability. The “new normal” […]


Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy to support ADSW

Masdar, host of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), today announced that Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy (DoE) will support the global platform for accelerating sustainable development as ADSW’s Principal Partner. The partnership with the DoE will support ADSW’s initiatives and events, which are bringing global leaders together virtually from 18 – 21 January 2021, to […]


L’Oréal for the Future

A year ago, you launched your transformational programme, L’Oréal for the Future, and highlighted key targets as well as achievements. Where are you now with this programme, and how much have you achieved since? Since the launch of L’Oréal for the Future in June 2020, we have been working with teams worldwide, with our subsidiaries […]


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My Energy, My Responsibility

“The clear and supportive leadership vision of His Highness Sheikh Zayed Al Nahyan, paved the way to develop a long-term strategy and deliver a phased roadmap towards sustainability and environmental quality in the UAE.” The efforts of the UAE and Dubai to spearhead clean energy development in the region contribute greatly beyond the borders of […]


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Oasis Water now available in Tetra Pak packaging

A game changing, GCC first initiative is unveiled at Gulfood 2020: Oasis Water now available in Tetra Pak packaging   Oasis, a leading water brand of National Food Products Company (NFPC) became the first GCC water brand to provide water in sustainable Tetra Pak packages to consumer market The water, available in Tetra Prisma® Aseptic […]


Procter & Gamble Announces the Continuation of the Forests for Good Initiative

Procter & Gamble (P&G), home of leading brands such as Pampers®, Tide®, Ariel® and Herbal Essences®, held a panel session that added to the sustainability conversation, yesterday 28th September, at The Farm, Al Barari Dubai, announcing the continuation of the Forests for Good initiative, to accelerate their commitment to sustainability by planting 26 forestation programs […]


Dubai Carbon The Sustainabilist April Tourism Baharash Bagherian

UAE-based architecture firm Baharash Architecture focuses only on sustainable architecture, designing eco resorts and developments for major clients in the region, including the under-construction world’s biggest eco-resort, Oasis Eco Resort. Founder and director Baharash Bagherian spoke to The Sustainabilist about his work, his passion for sustainability, the challenges he faces and his vision for the […]


Veolia Middle East shares its top tips on how to support World Environment Day and World Oceans Day

The first week of June brings the opportunity for people around the world to reflect on the importance of preserving the environment and oceans. With World Environment Day taking place on 5th June and World Oceans Day taking place on 8th June, there is no better time to show support for the beauty of the […]


Water Efficiency: Saving Water, Energy, and Money

By: Samar Hamad   The global water demand (for agricultural, industrial, and municipal/domestic uses) is continuously increasing due to the rapid population growth, the change in their socio-economic characteristics, and water consumption patterns. According to the UN World Water Development Report 2019, the global water consumption has been annually increasing by approximately 1% since the […]


A Message from Tristar Group CEO, Mr. Eugene Mayne on Earth Day

Dear All, Trust you are in good health and keeping safe. Wishing you a Happy Earth Day! Earth Day is a movement that brings together individuals from all walks of life together with a similar goal to demand for more environmental protection action. The UN also chose Earth Day for the signing of the historic […]