Sustainability

UAE to host major global events in September: All you need to know

The DIFC will host the inaugural Dubai AI & Web3 Festival on September 11-12 at Madinat Jumeirah

Kuwait Warba Bank’s $500 million sukuk issuance on London Stock Exchange draws $1.8 billion in 3.5x demand

These five-year sukuk support projects advancing ESG goals aligned with sustainability objectives

Abu Dhabi’s Tabreed achieves carbon verification, reducing emissions by 19,320 tons annually

This follows Tabreed's 2023 initiatives, including the first geothermal-powered district cooling plant with ADNOC

UAE’s MoEI partners with RAK Petroleum Authority to drive sustainable energy transition

The agreement emphasizes data exchange, natural hydrogen research, and carbon capture

$15 million solar power plant to be established in Abu Dhabi’s KEZAD facility

This 27,000 square metre project is part of KEZAD's ongoing efforts to develop innovative clean energy environments

UAE’s DP World sets ambitious emission cuts goals, commits to net-zero by 2050 with SBTi approval

The global logistics company seeks to reduce its scope 1 GHG emissions by 42 percent by 2030

Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches ESG Label to promote sustainable business practices

The label helps organizations assess their ESG preparedness and maturity, earn recognition, and drive business growth

QatarEnergy, KPC ink 15-year deal to supply up to 3 MTPA of LNG to Kuwait

The contracted LNG volumes will be delivered ex-ship to Kuwait's Al-Zour LNG Terminal using QatarEnergy's LNG vessels starting in January 2025.

Dubai’s WGES 2024 to explore eight themes to advance green economy, boost climate efforts

Summit to address the gap in funding capabilities and responsibilities of developed versus developing countries

Egypt outlines strategy to restore, increase oil and gas output to pre-pandemic levels by 2025 with foreign partners

The country is reviving ambitions to become regional LNG hub after clearing petroleum sector arrears

UAE’s Masdar to launch 4GW solar energy station in Egypt

Masdar's investments in Egypt's renewable energy sector fall in line with the country's National Strategy for Climate Change 2050

Qatar’s economy to double by 2031 fueled by LNG boom, diversification: Report

Qatar's gas production will stay steady for 140 years before a major boom

UAE’s ADQ, ne’ma join forces to combat food waste from farm to table

ne'ma aims to reduce food loss and waste by 50 percent by 2030, in line with U.N. Sustainable Development Goal 12.3

Abu Dhabi’s EAD launches region’s largest AI-based research program to monitor natural terrestrial habitats

AI adoption significantly reduces research costs and time, saving up to 90 percent compared to traditional methods

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar, Infinity Power to build 200-megawatt wind farm in Egypt

The MoU secures a long-term supply of renewable energy from a large onshore wind project in Ras Ghareb, Egypt

How the evolution of digital banking in the UAE is driving the sustainability agenda 

Country aims to mobilize over AED 1 trillion in sustainable financing by 2030 

What does Egypt’s new carbon market mean for the future of climate finance?

The move is a step towards a mandatory market, requiring carbon reduction projects and emissions calculations

Why battery energy storage systems are the future of the UAE’s electric grid

While China is a leader in this field, the UAE is well-positioned to join the ranks within the next five to 10 years

Sustainability and the future of commercial real estate in Dubai

The real estate sector has a major role to play in helping improve sustainability and combating climate change

SIF 2024 in September to highlight youth and women’s participation in the smart economy

The event seeks to leverage AI to enhance public services, health, and education

Etihad Rail launches sustainable finance framework for green investments in transportation, infrastructure

Framework developed in collaboration with industry experts, First Abu Dhabi Bank and Standard Chartered Bank, who served as co-ESG advisors

Kuwait Warba Bank’s $500 million sukuk listing on Nasdaq Dubai attracts $1.8 billion in orders

This is the fourth listing under their $2 billion trust certificate program