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The Restoration of Nature Requires the Actions of Many

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As we are situated in one of the most arid regions in the world, people are usually surprised to learn that the UAE has mangroves, wadis, salt marshes and lagoons.

But if you had a bird’s eye view of Wadi Wurayah National Park, our protected wetland [...] 

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Minister of Climate Change witnesses 15 firms pledge to reduce food waste on World Food Day

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Fifteen private businesses, mostly from the hospitality sector in the UAE, signed a pledge today in the presence of Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al-Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, to cut down on food waste in the country on the occasion [...] 

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Standard Chartered leads first green loan in Middle East for DP World

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Standard Chartered Bank has lead the coordination of DP World Limited’s (“DP World” / “the Company”) repricing and extension of its USD2 billion Conventional and Murabaha revolving credit facilities by 2 years to July 2023.

This transaction [...] 

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Dilmah looks to expand footprint in GCC region

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With a vibrant pavilion at Gulfood, Dilmah, one of the world’s leading tea brands is looking to further expand operations in the Middle East region. Dilmah is planning to enhance its sales in the Middle East by end of 2018 through tie-ups with five-star [...] 

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Trina Solar Supplies Modules to Largest Solar Power Plant in Ukraine

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Trina Solar Limited recently announced that the company has delivered 123MW of PV modules to a PV power plant project developed by DTEK, the largest private energy company in Ukraine. Upon completion, the project will become the largest PV power facility [...] 

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Solar House Prototype by Baitykool competes for prestigious Solar Decathlon Middle East 2018 Award

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Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy along with the French Embassy in the United Arab Emirates are proudly supporting Baitykool, a solar house prototype project, in its bid to win the best [...] 

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Lockheed Martin Highlights Expanding Saudi footprint at AFED

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Global technology leader Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) will be showcasing its advanced portfolio of defense, energy and technology capabilities at The Armed Forces Exhibition for Diversity of Requirements & Capabilities (AFED), taking place in Riyadh [...] 

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Uber Jordan commits to 50% clean vehicles by the end of 2018

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Uber Jordan has announced its commitment to having 50% of vehicles on the Uber network be cleaner vehicles by the end of 2018. Today, nearly 30% of the trips that drivers deliver on Uber’s network in Amman, are provided in electric vehicles, including [...] 

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UAE presents sustainable development experience at IPU meetings

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The Federal National Council, FNC, Parliamentary Division showcased the UAE’s sustainable development experience during its participation in the “Permanent Sustainable Development, Funding and Commerce Committee,” as part of the meetings [...] 

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