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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent regulator of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) today hosted the second edition of the DFSA–HKMA Joint Climate Finance Conference.  The hybrid conference, which took place in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, brought together nearly 250 participants from financial institutions, industry associations, and international organisations across both regions.

Ecolab, a global sustainability leader offering water solutions and services, today announced key findings from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of its third annual Ecolab Watermark Study™, which examines global public attitudes toward water, climate and responsible resource management.

Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, led the UAE delegation to the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, where she underscored the nation's commitment to accelerating global climate action, mobilizing innovative financing mechanisms, and forging inclusive international partnerships.

Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, led the UAE delegation to the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, where she underscored the nation’s commitment to accelerating global climate action, mobilizing innovative financing mechanisms, and forging inclusive international partnerships.

New data from YouGov's Next-Gen Automakers UAE 2025 report shows that the UAE stands out globally for its exceptionally high purchase intent. 63% of residents expect to buy a car within the next three years, including three in ten (29%) who plan to do so within the next 12 months. Petrol remains the most likely option (54%), though interest in hybrid and electric vehicles is considerable, at 19% and 14% respectively.

Drydocks World has begun construction of its new head office complex in Dubai, marking a major step in the company’s continued transformation as a global leader in marine and offshore [...] 

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has awarded its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Label to 56 companies in recognition of their commitment to responsible business practices and advancing corporate sustainability.

Hotpack, the UAE-based global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has been awarded the Dubai Chamber of Commerce ESG Label in the Advanced category, achieving an outstanding overall score of 87 per cent in the Chamber’s comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) assessment, which evaluates companies on sustainability performance, ethical governance, and social responsibility. This score is considered to be among the best performances.

Ecolab, a global sustainability leader offering water solutions and services, today announced key findings from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of its third annual Ecolab Watermark Study™, which examines global public attitudes toward water, climate and responsible resource management.

Reloved, the UAE-born eco-tech platform making it effortless to buy and sell pre-loved items, celebrates its first birthday this November, marking a milestone in reshaping how the region shops sustainably. In just one year, Reloved users have helped avoid an estimated 1.5 tonnes of CO₂ emissions, the equivalent of driving a petrol car 7,510 km, taking six short-haul flights, planting 72 mature trees, or powering the average household for 1.8 years. Through conscious buying and selling, Reloved's community has proven that small actions can create a meaningful and measurable climate impact. Through conscious buying and selling, Reloved's community has proven that small actions can add up to meaningful climate impact.