12/12/2023
UAE cabinet approves green fuel guideline for aviation
In 2023, the UAE cabinet issued more than 60 policies, initiatives, and decisions to promote the nation’s efforts to combat climate change and its impact
Planet SOS
12/11/2023
The Arab Energy Fund Launches "50+", Graduate Training Program for Fresh Graduates to Develop Talents in the MENA Energy Sector
The graduates will have regular check-ins with supervisors to understand their responsibilities and enhance their learning experience.
12/08/2023
COP28: UAE launches landmark Waste to Zero Initiative
Waste to Zero will promote solutions for global decarbonisation by attracting investments in infrastructure projects
12/06/2023
UAE National Banks’ pledge to mobilise over AED 1trln in sustainable finance, reaffirming UAE leadership’s goals: UBF
HE Abdulaziz Al-Ghurair announced the pledge at an event organised jointly by CBUAE with the COP28 Presidency
12/05/2023
Kuwait Fund partakes in COP28
Distinguished lectures, discussions by experts, specialists
12/04/2023
Wildfire-Resilient Landscapes Network launched in partnership with Circular
Bioeconomy Alliance and the Commonwealth Secretariat ahead of COP28 UAE
12/04/2023
DIFC launches Sustainable Finance Catalyst to scale sustainable finance from Dubai
DIFC’s Sustainable Finance Catalyst, which will be part of COP28’s legacy, aims to unlock opportunities and create an impact beyond the conference.
12/04/2023
QIB in partnership with Visa, ecolytiq introduces Carbon Emission Tracker
By fostering awareness and promoting sustainable consumption habits through integrated climate insights
12/04/2023
COP28: UAE signs deal with Bill Gates' nuclear company on advanced reactors
The memorandum of understanding comes amid a push by the UAE to expand its nuclear energy capacity
12/01/2023
Citi GPS report outlines how to mobilize climate and development finance during COP28
Second GPS Report Highlights Global Challenges from Food Security, Water Scarcity and Climate
11/30/2023
Determined to unite the world in tackling climate change: UAE President
President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan delivered message ahead of today’s opening of UN talks on climate change
11/30/2023
UK-based net zero asset manager HYCAP Group expands to UAE
The group also has plans for a UAE-based GCC Fund that will invest in companies serving the net zero energy transition and clean hydrogen supply chain
11/30/2023
Deloitte report: Improved financing could save $50trln as the world decarbonizes
Improved financing structures and implementation could help drive down the cost of the transition to net-zero in developing economies by nearly 40%
11/29/2023
COP 28: KPMG report reveals global challenges delaying the deployment of renewables
A KPMG survey found that only one-third of respondents have confidence that renewables will surpass fossil fuels as the primary fuel source by 2050
11/27/2023
Dubai Financial Market to launch pilot carbon credits programme at COP28
DFM will commence the pilot programme for institutional investors starting from December 4-8, with the offsetting period ending on January 10, 2024
11/24/2023
Middle East could play a key role in decarbonising global economy - Wood Mackenzie
COP28 could fast track decision-making and invite foreign investments needed to secure sustainable energy future
11/23/2023
Mashreq partners with Visa and ecolytiq
To unveil MENA-first personal banking platform offering carbon emissions insights
11/22/2023
3.5MW solar plant financed by Abu Dhabi Fund for Development inaugurated in Somalia
With a production capacity of 3.5 megawatts, the project aims to meet the electricity needs of Bosaso, the commercial capital of the state of Puntland
11/14/2023
Nearly 75% of MENA banks have ESG strategies in place: EY
Regional banks need to emphasize on sustainable retail bank products
11/13/2023
EY ESG MENA Bank Tracker: Nearly three-quarters of top MENA banks have introduced ESG strategies
Inaugural EY ESG MENA Bank Tracker shows nearly 75% of MENA banks analyzed have introduced ESG strategies into their operations