Barakah Nuclear Plant Refinancing Gets ESG Loan Deal of the Year
The refinancing was transformed into a green loan, marking it as the first in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and Asia to gain independent recognition as a green loan facility.
Middle East Doubles Renewable Energy Capacity: Iran and UAE Lead
The region’s capacity has increased from just under 16 gigawatts in 2014 to over 35 gigawatts by 2023, with Iran and the UAE taking prominent roles in this green energy expansion.
DEWA Reduces Emission By 19%, Leads Dubai’s Sustainable Drive
DEWA supports Dubai’s economic and social fabric and sets a benchmark for global sustainability aspirants. Their comprehensive approach is a role model for global cities in shaping a sustainable and resilient future.
Masdar, EGA form Alliance for Low-Carbon Aluminium
Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s Flagship Clean Energy Company, and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the Largest ‘Premium Aluminium’ Producer in the World Forms Aluminium Decarbonization Alliance.
Abu Dhabi’s Landmark Sustainability Project: The Net-Zero Energy Mosque
Pioneering Sustainable Mosques Around the Globe: Embracing Net-Zero and Super Low Energy Standards
UAE Spearheads Global Sustainability Efforts with Innovative Strategies
UAE is focusing on securing investments in low-carbon technologies through innovative platforms like the Climate Finance Centre in Abu Dhabi, which is set to propel financial solutions for sustainable projects.
Ericsson Sets Ambitious Climate Targets with SBTi Approval
The company has pledged to cut emissions by 90% across its value chain from 2020 levels by the end of 2040, with plans to neutralize the remaining 10% through approved carbon removal methods.
DFSA Launches ESG Fee Waiver, Emirates NBD the First Beneficiary
This is the first such fee waiver as announced by DFSA during COP28, aiming to bolster sustainable capital markets within the Dubai International Financial Centre.
Carbon Offsetting Service by Mashreq and Fils to Transform UAE Sustainability Practices
This collaboration seamlessly integrates carbon offsetting into the daily cash management activities of corporations, allowing them to manage their carbon footprint through their Mashreq corporate accounts directly.
UAE Extends Year of Sustainability to 2024: Building on COP28 Momentum
The announcement came on the occasion of the National Environment Day