A responsible corporate citizen and an avid adherent to sustainability principles, Emirates Global Aluminium (“EGA”) – one of the world’s five largest primary aluminium producers and the UAE’s industrial flagship – has lent its support to the Dubai Carbon Centre of Excellence (“DCCE”) by becoming Gold Sponsor of the DCCE’s The State of Green Economy Report 2017. This is the third edition of the annual publication, which will present the discourse and findings of the third annual World Green Economy Summit (“WGES”) that took place in early-October 2016, while simultaneously showcasing the UAE’s green economic developments through replicable success stories, products, projects and progress against strategies.
EGA’s sponsorship of The State of Green Economy Report 2017 was acknowledged on 6 October 2016, during the WGES proceedings, by way of an award that was received by Abdulla Kalban (MD & CEO) and Khalid Buhumaid (Senior Vice President, Government Relations) on behalf of the business.
Commenting on EGA’s participation, Abdulla Kalban (MD & CEO of EGA) said, “As a leader in our sector and our nation, EGA’s renown for ongoing innovation, business excellence, knowledge, experience and technical expertise comes with the responsibility of serving as a role model for others – especially in terms of sustainable development. We operate with a deep commitment to sustainability principles, driven by a quest to produce ‘green’ metal by achieving zero harm to the environment and people, optimising our energy-consumption, contributing meaningfully to the communities where we operate, and more. As a proudly Emirati-owned business, it is our privilege to support the ambitions of our government and to promote the excellent work being done towards a green economy in the UAE.”
Indeed, the planned distribution of The State of Green Economy Report 2017 to international experts and leaders is a true value-add. “The report offers us a powerful platform for raising awareness of EGA’s sustainability efforts and our achievements among international audiences,” says Kalban. “EGA has been an active member of the DCCE since the latter’s inception. Our association with DCCE and the report will strengthen our established reputation and further boost the confidence of our customers and suppliers.”