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A new UAE-based platform designed to simplify one of the most complex decisions in today’s automotive market – buying an electric vehicle – has officially launched.

Dubai Municipality has launched a new initiative to install electric vehicle (EV) supercharging stations across 600 parking spaces in public parks, beaches, and recreational facilities, with a planned investment of AED 150 million. The project is being implemented in partnership with Emarat EV Charging Stations Company (UAEV).

Dulsco Group, a 91-year-old, Emirati-founded company has been awarded the Gold Medalby EcoVadis for its sustainability performance, marking a significant advancement from its previous Silver Medal.With an overall score of 79 out of 100, up from 70 in 2024, Dulsco Group now ranks in the 95th percentile, placing it among the top 5% of companiesassessed by EcoVadis in the 12 months prior to the medal issue date.

The UAE has never lacked for premium SUVs. A drive to any major district in Dubai presents immediate evidence: a rolling inventory of flagships, each vehicle representing the manufacturer’s best attempt at a high-performance luxury project. For decades, the purchase decision in this segment was heavily weighted toward brand cachet and feature density. The number of screens, quantity of leather, size of the rims, shape of the DRLs, and so on. But a meaningful evolution is underway, driven not purely by fashion but also economics and infrastructure. The question premium buyers are now asking is how practical it is to own a vehicle over the long term.

As fuel prices spike across the UAE, now is the best time to purchase a fuel-efficient vehicle. Offering approximately 50 per cent savings on fuel consumption compared to conventional petrol vehicles, OMODA & JAECOO’s Super Hybrid System delivers the perfect balance of performance, range, and long-term cost efficiency.

Join The Planet Foundation and Relik, the UAE-born physical authenticity infrastructure platform, today announced a landmark collaboration to launch an exclusive series of one-of-one collectible pieces personally worn and used by global football icon Lionel Messi. Messi has donated the items to support Join The Planet’s mission to protect and preserve the world’s oceans. The initiative merges cultural legacy with environmental impact, with the majority of proceeds dedicated to advancing ocean protection efforts.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has announced the launch of the second phase of its Solar Energy Self-Supply Policy, expanding its scope to include the residential sector for the first time in Abu Dhabi.

DAMAC Properties, the largest private real estate developer in the UAE and the Middle East, has urged more than 300,000 residents staying across its communities and team members to participate in ‘Earth Hour 2026’. The annual sustainability initiative is part of a global movement highlighting the urgent need for climate awareness and energy conservation.

Earth Hour represents an annual milestone reaffirming that sustainability in Abu Dhabi is not merely an environmental commitment, but an integrated ecosystem powered by technology and innovation,ensuring security of supply, service reliability, and long-term resilience.

As the UAE continues to advance its sustainability agenda under its Net Zero 2050 strategic vision and responsible tourism initiatives, hotels across the country are increasingly integrating environmental responsibility into everyday operations. In line with the global observance of Earth Hour on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM local time, Al Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection reinforces its year-round commitment to sustainable hospitality through internationally recognised certifications, resource-efficient operations, and meaningful guest engagement initiatives designed to reduce environmental impact while enhancing the overall guest experience.