Sustainability news in the Middle East | Page 5

An overview of news, trends and research in Sustainability consulting in the Middle East:

Kearney partners with Model United Nations in the run-up to COP28 Model United Nations has signed a partner with strategy consultancy Kearney, as the two firms prepare for the ModelCOP28 – the student-run version of COP28 which will be held in Dubai next year.
07 October 2022
Net zero transformation is a new paradigm for corporates Net zero represents a new paradigm for corporates, bringing both threats and opportunities, write Hasan Shafi and Lucas Pedevilla from global management consultancy Arthur D. Little.
09 August 2022
Middle East must slash CO2 emissions by 42% to meet 2030 target If the Middle East wants to meet the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius by 2030, the region will need to reduce its emissions by 42%.
08 August 2022
Middle East's bold green hydrogen ambition needs 'quick action' When it comes to green hydrogen, the Middle East is in pole position to emerge as a dominant player on the global stage, according to the views of 400 energy leaders in the region.
01 August 2022
Saudi Arabia embracing a more sustainable industrial development The industrial sector is the backbone of robust nations and a key development focus for humanity.
20 July 2022
ESG in the financial services sector: ‘Don’t be late to the party’ Financial services institutions globally and in the Middle East are expected to step up their ESG game.
06 July 2022
Meet the six consultants speaking at the Arab Green Summit Tomorrow the 2022 edition of the Arab Green Summit kicks off, an event that brings together government entities, businesses and communities to discuss and discover the latest practices and creative s
20 June 2022
Majority of Middle East CEOs now rank sustainability a top priority The focus on sustainability in Middle East boardrooms has seen stellar growth over the past year, according to a study by the IBM Institute for Business Value.
15 June 2022
Bahraini leaders convene to discuss ESG in financial services Last week, over 80 senior leaders from across Bahrain’s financial services sector came together to attend a KPMG seminar dedicated to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) within the industry.
30 May 2022
Consumers are hybrid hunting bargains and more ESG minded The shopping behaviour of consumers in the Middle East is undergoing major change, with many of these changes likely to stick around for good, according to a new report by PwC.
17 May 2022
PwC and Strategy& report: ESG is on the rise in the Middle East ESG has spiralled to the top of the boardroom agenda in the Middle East.
25 April 2022
PwC campaign supports Dubai Can sustainability initiative Big Four firm PwC has launched a campaign in support of the Dubai Can program, an Emirate-wide initiative aimed at reducing the use of single-use plastic materials.
04 April 2022
How enterprise technology can accelerate net zero ambitions Although the benefits of digital technology on sustainability efforts are becoming clearer to some executives, many are still unaware of the specific ways in which enterprise technology can help a co
24 February 2022
Cement manufacturer Qassim hires consultancy for solar plans Saudi cement manufacturer Qassim Cement Company has hired consultants to help the board with preparations for a new solar plant at its site in the northcentral city of Buraydah.
09 February 2022
CEOs in Saudi Arabia integrating sustainability into their strategies Acknowledging the growing risks and opportunities that come with climate change, a growing number of CEOs in Saudi Arabia will this year integrate sustainability into their business strategies, accor
27 January 2022
Net zero future requires a rethink of energy supply chain strategy Hot on the heels of COP26, the race to achieve net zero is gathering momentum.
22 November 2021
Deloitte commits to Abu Dhabi’s sustainable finance declaration Deloitte has pledged its support to the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Declaration, upping its commitment to sustainable finance in the region.
13 September 2021
Ensuring the successful delivery of renewable energy projects With more and more renewable energy initiatives being launched in the Middle East, it is becoming increasingly important to ensure the successful implementation of such projects.
26 August 2021
ESG initiatives: A shot in the arm for the long-term values Abhishek Jajoo, the founder and chief executive officer of UAE-headquartered boutique consultancy AJMS Global, explains why the compliance function – as well as the boardroom – needs to take sustainab
13 August 2021
Schneider Electric expands sustainability consultancy portfolio Energy conglomerate Schneider Electric has expanded its suite of sustainability consulting services in the Middle East, as the firm ramps up to meet growing demand for energy transition expertise and
06 August 2021
Middle East's shift towards renewable energy sources The development of alternative energy sources is an integral element of the national strategies of Middle East countries.
28 July 2021
How a new way to think about ESG can create value for banks Governments around the world are rapidly evolving laws and regulations to stimulate the adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.
20 July 2021
Businesses are upping sustainability expectations of landlords A growing number of businesses in the Middle East are upping their sustainability expectations, according to Knight Frank analysis, sending a clear signal to their landlords – “Green your real estate
29 June 2021
Sustainable mobility a $400 billion opportunity for GCC Transitioning to sustainable mobility is a crucial link in the green agenda spreading through GCC economies – a move that could bring with it a $400 billion monetary benefit in the next two decades.
07 June 2021
Saudi Arabia's strategy for sustainability and energy diversification As part of its Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia is aiming to diversify its reliance on oil receipts – which currently account for over 80% of fiscal revenue and approximately 40% of gross domestic product.
04 May 2021
Knight Frank’s Andrew Love on real estate’s sustainability trend Andrew Love, a leader in the firm’s Middle East practice, reflects on one of the main real estate trends emerging in the region: sustainability.
03 May 2021
Female leaders in UAE eager to make a positive change Making the world a better place is top of the agenda for female business leaders in the UAE – more so than among their global counterparts.
08 March 2021
Lack of infrastructure a barrier to green living in the GCC High costs, poor infrastructure and lack of awareness are some of the key barriers to a sustainable lifestyle in GCC countries.
22 February 2021
Utilise data capabilities to meet Sustainable Development Goals Advanced data analysis is key to tracking progress on Sustainable Development Goals.
03 February 2021
Consultants to deliver transport plan for The Red Sea Project Global engineering consultancy Mott MacDonald is now part of The Red Sea Project – among the largest and most sustainable planned tourism developments in the world.
11 January 2021
Recycling plastics and metals a win for economy and environment A 30% increase in the recycling rate for metals and plastics across GCC could cut millions of tonnes in carbon emissions and substantially reduce environmental damage, on top of generating up to $6 billion.
05 November 2020
Sustainability consultancy EMG launches office in Saudi Arabia Netherlands-headquartered sustainability consultancy EMG Group has opened a new office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
04 September 2020

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