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Mobility in the Middle East – Net Zero Carbon Future
Investors, technology, and mobility experts gave a fascinating insight into the growing popularity of on-demand mobility and Mobility as a Service (MaaS) in the Middle East via the latest installment of Hypermotion Dubai’s webinar series. Edward Forrester, Future Lead & Deputy Cities Lead at Mott MacDonald was joined by Michael Granoff, Managing Director of Maniv […]
I Quit Plastic
The world consumes a million plastic bottles a minute, according to the Guardian. @I_QuitPastic is a digital movement powered by Sprudel to spread awareness about the hazards of plastic pollution on our planet and to eliminate single-use plastic. The digital movement aims to create a community by channelling people’s inner-changemaker to take #TheSprudelPledge to go […]
Sustainable Building Post COVID-19
By: Dr Samar Hamad Communities around the world are worried about the consequences of opening up their economies in the post COVID-19 era; how to control the spread of the disease and what precautionary measures need to be considered to ensure the health and wellness of community members. People are aware that the pandemic […]
Ocean Plastic Pollution: An Ongoing Crisis
By: Dr Samar Hamad The negative impact of plastic pollution on marine environment and wildlife is undeniable. Oceans around the world are filled with plastic debris and marine species are ingesting and getting entangled in plastic waste leading to their starvation and/or suffocation. According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), 8 million tonnes […]
Who has the Best CSR and Sustainability Initiatives?
In recent years, sustainability and CSR have become increasingly important in the Middle East. Customers now expect businesses to act in a way that protects the environment and serves the local community. We want to preserve the planet and create a better community for ourselves as well as for the future generations. That’s why it […]
Winners Announced: Gulf Sustainability & CSR Awards
On Wednesday, 21st October, Awards International hosted a wonderful 4th edition of the Gulf Sustainability and CSR Awards! At the event, the region’s top companies detailed their work to improve environmental and social responsibility in the Gulf – and we were delighted to hold the Awards Ceremony live in Dubai for the first time since […]
UAE’s Water Sustainably Efforts Receive a Major Boost from IMKAN
The UAE’s water sustainability efforts have received a major boost with the launch of a new pilot irrigation project designed to conserve the country’s most precious of resources. Initiated by Abu Dhabi-based placemaker IMKAN in partnership with SatSure – an innovative decision analytics company, and a part of the WEF Global Innovator Community – the […]
Building Energy Use Benchmarking: A Sustainable policy Solution
Sustainable building is key to improving building energy use patterns, cutting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and mitigating climate change. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) buildings account for approximately 20% of the global energy consumption and responsible for 11% of the total GHG emissions worldwide. These rates are significantly higher in economically developed […]
Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity Announces Winners of the $1 Million Global Maker Challenge
Winners and runners-up will be presented with monetary prizes and mentorship support worth up to US$1 million Top four social innovation start-ups announced as winners of the Global Maker Challenge The four most disruptive Solutions will receive support and mentorship from global organisations competing for the prestigious Global Prosperity Award Winners were announced at the […]
Tadweer Opens Expanded Used Tire Recycling Facility
Abu Dhabi Waste Management Center (Tadweer) announced the opening of its expanded used tire recycling facility in Abu Dhabi. Run in strategic partnership with the private sector, the facility aims to ensure the safe disposal of used tires to avoid public health and environmental risks. To ensure the facility’s success, Tadweer has contracted with Tarheel […]
