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A press event was held at The Barnyard restaurant in Dubai as part of the "EU Organic Food – Good Choice" informational and promotional campaign, co-funded by the European Union.

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank P.J.S.C. ('ADCB') has achieved an upgrade in its MSCI environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating to "AA" from "A", reflecting the Bank's progress in sustainable finance initiatives, ESG due diligence, industry leading data privacy management and security, as well as business ethics practices. The upgrade places ADCB in the MSCI 'industry leader' category for managing ESG risks and opportunities.

Shangri-La Dubai is spreading holiday cheer with its new, sustainably crafted advent calendar, designed to make the countdown to Christmas an enchanting experience. Perfect for gifting to loved ones or adding a touch of festive magic to your home, the Shangri-La advent calendar combines holiday joy with eco-conscious luxury.

The Royal Institution for Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has released its annual global sustainability report, which looks at the state of sustainability in the built environment across the world. The report included key insights into the Middle East and Africa, which indicated the rising importance of sustainable property in the region.

A team of researchers from Jilin University, NYU Abu Dhabi’s Smart Materials Lab, and the Center for Smart Engineering Materials, led by Professor of Chemistry Pance Naumov, has developed a new crystalline material that can harvest water from fog without any energy input.

A blockchain-powered sustainable marketplace concept developed by a team led by a student from American University of Sharjah (AUS) won first place at the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s (ICESCO) Youth Climate Leaders Camp - Arab Chapter held at Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park recently. Called Thimmar, this innovative platform connects consumers with farming communities and offers AI-optimized grocery subscriptions to cut food waste and connect. It will debut in the ICESCO Pavilion in COP29 in Azerbaijan this month. 

Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility (AFEM) yesterday launched the Polestar 4 SUV coupé at the SEE Institute, a hub for sustainability education and research in The Sustainable City, Dubai.

The workshop section at the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) has been abuzz with activity, captivating children day after day with engaging sessions that combine creativity, sustainability, and science. A standout among these was the “Illuminated Flower Garden” workshop, which invited children aged 10 and above to transform everyday waste materials into stunning works of art.

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) participated today in a series of discussions and events as part of the COP29 agenda, highlighting the UAE's proactive approach to integrating sustainability into its national agenda and its strategic partnerships to promote nature-based solutions for climate transition.

Eight sessions were held at the UAE Pavilion at COP29 on Thursday on ‘Climate Finance’ discussing how the global transition towards a net zero and climate-resilient future can be accelerated for all.