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Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, has awarded a contract to commence excavation and foundation works for its new district cooling plant at Dubai Science Park. This forms part of the company’s expansion plans to meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly district cooling services in key locations across Dubai. Upon completion, the new plant will have a total cooling capacity of approximately 47,000 refrigeration tons (RT), serving nearly 80 mixed-use buildings in the area.

Latakia is set for a new generation of coastal living and hospitality with Eco Life, a project developed by Eagle Hills, led by Emirati businessman Mohamed Alabbar, founder of Emaar Properties and one of the region's leading developers of destinations and integrated communities. The project follows a framework agreement signed yesterday between Eagle Hills and the Syrian Ministry of Tourism, in the presence of President Ahmad Al-Sharaa, at the People's Palace in Damascus.

The United Arab Emirates continued to build momentum towards the 2026 United Nations Water Conference through a series of high-level engagements during the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly and New York Climate Week, bringing together governments, businesses, investors, innovators, humanitarian organizations, researchers, students, and civil society.

EMSTEEL Group (ADX: EMSTEEL) (“the Group”), one of the region’s largest publicly listed steel and building materials manufacturers, has won five awards at the Gulf Sustainability Awards 2026, including four Gold Awards and one Bronze Award. 

Marking 45 years of leadership of His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Ruler of Ajman and Member of the UAE Supreme Council , 26 students from North Gate British School, in collaboration with the Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media, planted 45 mangrove saplings at Al Zorah Beach on Wednesday morning. The programme was held in celebration of World Tourism Day, observed on September 27, highlighting the importance of sustainable tourism and environmental conservation.

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) concluded its participation in the Ru’ya Careers UAE 2026 by honouring the winning teams of the Green Innovation Challenge. Organised by the Ministry, the three-day event aimed to empower high school students to design innovative, AI-enabled solutions to tackle pressing environmental and societal challenges.

The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has recognised 35 companies through its Sustainability Label programme, acknowledging their commitment to responsible business practices and stronger institutional performance. The recognition took place as part of the Chamber’s participation in the Liveability and Investment Exhibition (LIVEX 2026).

Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, and Gulftainer, a leading global integrated trade infrastructure solutions provider, have signed a strategic agreement to expand aluminium exports from the UAE's East Coast.

The Dubai International Electric Vehicle Exhibition and Conference (EV World 2026), taking place from 10th to 12th November, will highlight growth and investment opportunities in electric vehicles and sustainable mobility across the region.

The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) marked a defining milestone in its journey as it celebrated its 35th Anniversary, bringing together government representatives, Ambassadors, Consul Generals, business leaders, sustainability professionals, Corporate and academic members, media houses, partners and long-standing supporters at the Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park.