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DHL Launches first-of-its-kind Mobile Innovation Center
In the presence of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Group, and Chairman of Dubai Airports, DHL, the leading international logistics service provider, has launched its Mobile Middle East and Africa (MEA) Innovation Center in Dubai. The first-of-its-kind 450-sq m […]
Dream Job? Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre is Accepting Applications for the UAE Astronaut Programme
Over 3,000 Emiratis have already applied to be the UAE’s next astronaut 33% of applicants are women Applications open until 31st March 2020 MBRSC announced that two Emirati astronauts will be selected from the second batch of applications Dubai, UAE – 3rd March 2020: The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced interim […]
Invesco’s Strategy Helps Manage Climate Risk
Awareness and importance of sustainability integration in investment processes are rising across investors globally Climate change is a growing concern, particularly among Middle East sovereign asset managers Invesco’s multi-factor strategy allows implementation of ESG considerations while preserving potential for outperformance DUBAI, UAE, 16 september 2020 – Sustainability and responsibility in investments have become a mainstream […]
Interview: Matthew Tribe, Executive Director at CallisonRTKL (CRTKL)
The Sustainabilist interviewed Matthew Tribe, Executive Director at CallisonRTKL (CRTKL), who brings local and global intelligence combined with cross-sector expertise, for further insights and commentary on remote working and sustainable communities. Mr. Tribe offered insights on the importance of citizen well-being during this period, as well as the role of sustainability and sustainable communities and […]
TRSDC Publishes Inaugural Sustainability Report
The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC), the developer behind the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism project, has unveiled its inaugural Sustainability Report detailing its pioneering approach to sustainable development and achievements to date, and commitment to transparency and accountability. The report, titled ‘Laying the Foundation for a Sustainable Destination’, contains a comprehensive overview of how […]
Expo 2020 Dubai unveils new round of social entrepreneurs helping communities around the world
An Australian organisation providing work opportunities for refugees, a dementia breakthrough from Malta and an environmentally-sustainable Indian packaging company are among 23 new social innovators helping to tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges as part of Expo 2020’s global innovation and partnership programme, Expo Live. The Expo Live Innovation Impact Grant Programme (IIGP) […]
The Future of Fashion is Sustainability
By Roberta Flanagan The world is currently having to take an enforced collective pause. However, this social slow-down has given us all a chance to acknowledge what is important, we’re getting back to basics, we’re taking a moment to examine the bigger picture. We know as consumers, the constant need for ‘more’ is having a […]
TRSDC Finalises Contract for 100% Renewable Utilities
The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC), the developer behind the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism project, has finalised its utilities deal with a consortium led by ACWA Power for The Red Sea Project (TRSP). This confirms the development as the largest tourism project in the world set to be powered solely by renewable energy. The […]
Coronavirus causing “devastating blow” for the hospitality sector
The spread of infectious diseases is invariably linked to travel. Today, tourism is a colossal global business that accounts for 10.4% of the global GDP and 10% of global employment. The pain will be felt in every industry as the supply chain of tourism involves everything, from agriculture and fishing to banking and insurance. The […]
Sustainability Reporting Increases in Top UAE Companies
Corporate sustainability reporting has increased from 44% in 2017 to 51% in 2020 among the top 100 UAE companies. The increase has been driven by a greater commitment to national initiatives and efforts to gain stakeholder confidence by proactively communicating ESG performance. This is one of the key findings of The time has come, the […]
