The supply chain solutions expert has brought the net CO2 emissions derived from its own operations to zero, a significant step towards its 2025 Sustainability Targets Sydney, Australia, 23 June 2021 – Brambles, the global supply chain solutions company operating in 60 countries through the CHEP brand, announced in September 2020 the successful completion of…
Nissan’s e-POWER: Enhancing your daily drive
DUBAI, UAE (20 June 2021) – Nissan’s e-POWER delivers powerful and smooth acceleration, a relaxing drive, and fuel efficiency without compromise. With an on-board engine running at an optimal RPM to charge the battery pack when needed, drivers can experience the feeling of excitement, quietness and smooth acceleration of an EV-like drive. Watch the video…
The “Royal Eagles” return. Fred Fugen of the Soul Flyers take on Lebanon’s Black Peak
Three of the world’s top wingsuit flyers jump from Lebanon’s highest peak and skim past the iconic Cedars Forrest and the UNESCO Heritage site of Wadi Qadisha. As anyone who’s ever visited Lebanon knows all too well, it’s a land of amazing contrasts and stunning landscapes. And, although a difficult challenge to pull off, perhaps…
Fuel Cell & Battery Electric Vehicles: The Inevitable Future of Clean Mobility
By Bang Sun Jeong, Vice President, Head of Middle East & Africa Operation With climate change continuing to be an important topic around the world, more questions are being asked of how automobile manufacturers can help reduce the emissions that are being produced by vehicles on a daily basis. According to statistics from the International…
“Protect Baby Turtles” Program With Emirates Marine Environmental Group and Pampers
• Pampers believes in protecting every baby, and the planet they grow up in • Program to protect Arabian Gulf critically endangered baby Hawksbill turtles Dubai, United Arab Emirates [06 June 2021]: Today, Pampers announced that it is investing in the conservation of a globally critically endangered species, baby Hawksbill turtles (hatchlings). Hawksbills are universally…
Mastercard Unveils New Carbon Calculator Tool for Banks in Middle East & Africa, with Insights Informing Consumer Spending Around Carbon Impact
• New Mastercard feature enables banks to equip people with carbon footprint data and insights about environmental impact • Recent research by Mastercard revealed 90% of adults in Middle East and Africa are willing to take personal action to combat environmental and sustainability issues JUNE 3, 2021 | Beirut, Lebanon – Amidst the growing trend…
Fasting, feasting and food waste in West Asia – UNEP ROWA
The UNEP Regional Office for West Asia launches a campaign to raise awareness to reduce food waste during Ramadan, foster behaviour change, and boost sustainable action. Research shows that significant food waste is generated during social and religious occasions globally, and West Asia is no exception. Ramadan began at sunset on 12th April – a…
P&G announces 2022 Sustainability Actions including the launch of 12 Pilot Programs over the Next 12 Months across Middle East, Asia Pacific & Africa to help improve local ecosystems
All P&G manufacturing plants in region have achieved Zero Manufacturing Waste to Landfill #ForestsForGood 12 pilot programs set to take place over the next 12 months leveraging blockchain to increase traceability First Program was the kick-off of the P&G Dubai Mangrove Forest in UAE Actions demonstrate commitment towards achieving P&G Ambition 2030 Goals Dubai, United…
ReWater MENA organizes workshop on the Safe Use of Wastewater in Lebanon
Beirut- ReWater MENA project “More and Safer Water Reuse in the Middle East and North Africa”, in cooperation with Arab Countries Water Utilities Association (ACWUA), organized the first virtual e-learning workshop in Lebanon on the Safe Use of Wastewater during the period April 19-29, 2021. The workshop aims to build and strengthen the capacities of…
Hyundai Motor partners with Healthy Seas to foster a sustainable future
In pursuit of the company’s goal to establish sustainable leadership, Hyundai Motor has announced a pan-European partnership with the marine conservation organisation Healthy Seas By partnering with Healthy Seas, Hyundai is furthering its commitment to “Progress for Humanity” with a particular focus on the seas and oceans Based in the Netherlands, Healthy Seas aims to…