Ooredoo Group unveils smart waste management solutions
In its 2023 ESG report, Ooredoo Qatar introduced a Smart Waste Management system utilizing IoT technology to optimize waste collection and reduce waste generation. The initiative supports Ooredoo’s broader goal of integrating sustainable practices across operations, including the promotion of e-SIMs and reducing plastic use through the introduction of plastic-free recharge cards.
Center for Governance launches ESG training for board directors led by Sustainability Excellence CEO, Darin Rovere
The two-day program covered vital topics such as sustainability risk identification, legal compliance, and ESG reporting, empowering Boards and C-level executives to make strategic decisions that align with sustainable governance. Tailored specifically for Board Directors, C-level executives, and high-potential professionals, the training provided deep insights into overseeing sustainability challenges and integrating ESG into long-term corporate […]
AlSulaiman Group welcomes leading companies to Sustainability Champions Program, advancing Vision 2030 goals
Under the program, AlSulaiman Group, in partnership with Sustainability Excellence, is mentoring five companies, providing expertise and resources to help them integrate sustainability into their core operations. Mentee companies have formally signed a pledge to adopt sustainable business practices and contribute to Saudi Arabia’s net-zero emissions target by 2060.
Alinma bank strengthens ESG governance and launches sustainable finance framework
Alinma bank announced the establishment of a Governance and Sustainability Committee to oversee the implementation of the Bank’s ESG strategy, ensuring that sustainability goals are integrated at the highest levels of decision-making??. The bank further enhanced its ESG governance with the disclosure of an ESG Position Statement, outlining its commitment to integrating ESG factors into […]
Saudi National Bank drives Saudi Vision 2030 forward with pioneering sustainable finance initiatives?
Saudi National Bank announced the development of a new ESG strategy focusing on four key pillars—accelerating sustainable finance, advancing the net-zero transition, advocating financial empowerment, and promoting authentic leadership and transparency?? in its 2023 ESG report.? The bank also issued its Sustainable Finance Allocation and Impact Report (2023), driving its sustainable finance framework by showcasing […]
solutions by stc launches ambitious ‘GROW’ ESG strategy to drive green digital transformation?
In 2023, solutions by stc launched its GROW ESG Strategy, a three-year roadmap designed to foster digital transformation aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. GROW embeds sustainability into all products and services, ensuring that digital solutions contribute to environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and market competitiveness. The strategy leverages sustainable technologies to fuel the Kingdom’s digital transition, […]
The Arab Energy Fund allocates 80% of MENA’s first energy-focused green bond to renewable projects?
The Arab Energy Fund issued its 2023 Green Bond Report, detailing the allocation of 80% of the $610 million raised from its inaugural green bond, marking the first energy-focused green bond in the MENA region. These projects, including solar and wind farms in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, and Egypt, are projected to […]
Saudi Telecom Company (stc) Group named Middle East’s sustainability champion
stc Group, a leading digital enabler in the Middle East, was awarded the Sustainability Middle East Champion of the Year Award 2023 by SME Awards — Sustainability Middle East. The award recognises the company’s efforts in achieving net-zero/low-carbon emission and sustainable operations, adopting innovative sustainability strategies such as renewable energy sources, eco-friendly raw materials, and […]
Almarai releases sixth annual sustainability report
Almarai Company issued its sixth annual sustainability report. This comprehensive document encompasses the operations of Almarai Company, extending to its activities within the GCC region. The report delves into Almarai’s operations as Pure Breeds and their co-manufacturing endeavours. It also highlights the company’s commitment to the National Transformation Program (NTP) under Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 […]
National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) places ESG best practices at the core of its operations and strategy
The vision of the National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) is to be a market leader in sustainable operations, aligning their sustainability principles with their core values and aspirations. NBB’s ESG strategy is built on their long-term objective to have a significant impact on the industry locally and regionally. NBB’s three-year sustainability roadmap focuses on various […]