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Arab co-operation in energy sector discussed

The discussion highlighted the strong ties between Kuwait and the Arab countries represented in OAPEC

United Arab Bank & Canon to deliver impactful carbon compensation for business printing in UAE

Collaboration introduces Canon's first climate project contribution program in the UAE

Sustainability Forum Middle East welcomes Boston Consulting Group as a Forum Partner for its third edition

The Forum, which is set to attract over 400 regional business leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment prepares to launch framework for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in the UAE

With the aim of advancing integrated waste management and boosting the circular economy

Saudi Arabia launches national sustainability committee

The Kingdom shares the environmental challenges witnessed in many other countries

Bloomberg Intelligence Report highlights MENA’s growing sustainable finance market

COP 28 accelerated sustainable finance issuances in MENA

Salik named Official Mobility Partner of the 2024 Future Sustainability Forum

Cementing Salik’s commitment in green mobility solutions

NBK Joins COP29 Discussions to Advance Sustainable Financing and Bridge the Climate Investment Gap

NBK's participation in this significant global event underscores its commitment to collaborative efforts aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate change

BankDhofar publishes inaugural sustainability report for 2023

Leading the way in ESG and corporate governance

COP29: Saudi Arabia signs major green energy pact with Central Asian nations

Saudi Arabia, a leader in Middle Eastern clean energy, aims to meet 50 percent of its power needs from renewable sources by 2030.

ESO and Bank Nizwa conclude Wa’ai competition for Oman’s youth to raise environmental awareness

Seeking to promote awareness and sustainable living practices by addressing challenges impacting the nation’s natural environment

The path to sustainable business through ESG compliance

Businesses in the UAE face rising pressures — and costs — to comply with ESG standards, leveraging lessons from global markets to drive both growth and environmental stewardship

QIB joins forces with DHL Express Qatar by signing up for the GoGreen Plus Program

This collaboration is part of QIB’s ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint

Landmark Retail signs ESG-linked facility with Emirates NBD

The agreement was signed in the presence of officials and representatives from both companies.

Emirates NBD adds impetus to SLL bond push: IFR

ENBD’s move which will include face-to-face presentations to potential buyers in London, as well as virtual meetings – comes with momentum rising around SLLBs

Record growth drives cost advantage of renewable power

81% of renewable additions in 2023 were cheaper than fossil fuel alternatives, offering countries a compelling business and investment case to triple renewables by 2030

Climate Risk and ESG Integration in Arab Banks

The Arab region is particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change.

IFC and Jordan Ahli Bank launch first locally issued sustainability bond in Jordan

IFC has subscribed to a landmark six-year sustainability bond issued by Jordan Ahli Bank, one of the country’s leading banks

Qatar’s non-hydrocarbon sector has strong potential to drive growth

This has a strong potential to drive growth in non-hydrocarbon sectors.

Masdar partners with Endesa in €1.7bln renewable energy transaction in Spain

The transaction would see Masdar become a partner for 2.5 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy assets in Spain, subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions

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