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Kuwait Times
17-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Zain showcases efforts in leveraging tech innovation to advance sustainability goals
Company sponsored Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week in collaboration with MEW KUWAIT: Zain announced its sponsorship and participation in the Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week (KSEW), held in collaboration with the Ministry of Electricity, Water & Renewable Energy, and the Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE). At the event, Zain showcased its efforts in leveraging technological innovation to support sustainability goals and reaffirmed its role as a strategic partner to the public sector in the transition toward a sustainable digital economy. Zain took part in the opening ceremony, attended by the event's patron, Dr Subeeh Al-Mukhaizeem, Minister of Electricity, Water & Renewable Energy, alongside Nawaf Al-Gharabally, CEO of Zain Kuwait, ministry officials, company executives, and a distinguished group of local and international experts in energy and sustainability. This participation came as part of Zain's ongoing strategy to strengthen its presence in national initiatives aimed at reinforcing the principles of sustainability and digital transformation. The company firmly believes in the importance of harnessing modern technologies to serve Kuwait's environmental and developmental objectives. Minister Al-Mukhaizeem explores Zain's sustainable solutions at the company's booth. Al-Gharabally with Zain's team at the company's booth in the exhibition. During the event, Zain hosted a dedicated booth at the accompanying exhibition, where it showcased a range of its latest ICT solutions that support sustainable goals. These included innovations in smart cities, smart meters, and other solutions that help reduce carbon footprint and enhance energy efficiency. The company's support to this national initiative reflects its continued role as a strategic government partner in the transition toward a sustainable digital economy. It also highlighted Zain Group's broader commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, in line with global and regional efforts to combat climate change. Zain also took the opportunity to highlight its Smart Meters Project, launched in collaboration with the Ministry of Electricity and Water back in 2017. The project marked a key milestone in upgrading Kuwait's energy infrastructure and paved the way for the adoption of further smart and sustainable solutions nationwide. The company reiterated its support for initiatives and projects that advance the future of clean energy and contribute to building a comprehensive national sustainability ecosystem. It emphasized that collaboration between the public and private sectors remains the optimal path to achieving the country's sustainable development goals. Zain has set strategic targets to reduce its carbon footprint and aims to reach carbon neutrality by 2050. To this end, the company continues to explore cutting-edge technologies such as 5.5G, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy, which can help minimize the environmental impact of the ICT sector. Reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and clean energy initiatives, Zain recently installed a solar panel setup at the outdoor car park in its headquarters. The initiative promotes the use of clean energy to contribute to powering the company's buildings and reducing its carbon emissions. Reaffirmed its role as a strategic partner to the public sector in the journey toward a sustainable digital economy
Zawya
13-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
NBK is the diamond sponsor for Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week conference
The Conference discussed policies that support renewable energy investments aimed at building a sustainable future for coming generations. NBK' sponsorship of this event reflects its commitment to boosting sustainable development in line with Kuwait Vision 2035. The bank is keen on supporting the country's strategic agenda for lowering carbon emissions and relying on renewable energy. NBK constantly works hand in hand with its strategic partners to leave a distinct mark in the support for sustainable practices and clean energy transformation. In continuation of its leading and responsible efforts in the field of sustainability, National Bank of Kuwait was the diamond sponsor for 'Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week' conference, which will be held from 11 to 13 May, in line with Kuwait spearheading the Board of Trustees of the Regional Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency. Through this sponsorship, NBK confirms its commitment to supporting initiatives of sustainability and efforts of clean energy transformation in Kuwait and the region. Several government institutions and leading private sector companies participated in this conference, further echoing the national cooperation towards achieving a more sustainable future. NBK's sustainability team participated in a discussion panel titled 'Acclereating Sustainability through Green Projects and Businesses' to highlight the bank's leadership in green projects and its continuous efforts to fully integrate sustainable practices within its operations and institutional culture, further contributing to achieving sustainable development as per international practices. The conference aimed to strengthen regional cooperation in essential fields such as research and development, advanced technologies in renewable energy sectors, energy efficiency, sustainable energy applications, in addition to the latest environmental technology tools. Moreover, it aimed to shed light on the most recent national innovations and initiatives in the fields of energy, water, and the environment, and enhance fruitful cooperation with international organizations, prestigious scientific research centers, and leading energy companies. The conference included in-depth workshops and discussions about the latest international developments in energy policies and the effective ways of contributing to developing strategies that further support clean energy transformation and sustainability goals in the region. It should be noted that this conference is a great platform for interactive exchange of ideas and innovative insights on clean energy transformation, which further enhances effective collaboration between the public and private sectors. As for the community, the conference raised awareness and encouraged innovation about using renewable and sustainable sources of energy and highlight its positive effect upon economic growth, such as attracting local and international renewable energy investments. Many topics were explored in the conference, the most significant of which were policies that support investments in sustainable energy projects, ways of building a sustainable future for coming generations, the exchange of knowledge among participants, the latest international trends in clean energy transformation, and awareness and innovation in this field. NBK's participation in this event reflects its commitment to boosting sustainable development and supporting a low-carbon economy in alignment with Kuwait Vision 2035 and international sustainable development goals, as it believes in the importance of the collaborative efforts of all sectors to achieve a safe and sustainable future for all. The bank has come a long way in our sustainability and clean-energy transformation efforts, as it made remarkable progress in the four pillars of the bank's environmental, social and institutional governance strategy which include Governance for Resilience, Responsible Banking, Capitalizing on Capabilities, and Investing in Communities. All these have contributed to enhancing NBK's leading role in building a better and more sustainable future. Moreover, NBK is keen on cooperating with strategic partners to constantly support sustainable practices and promote Kuwait's agenda for lowering carbon emissions and relying on renewable energy. NBK emphasizes its commitment to long-term sustainable practices and low operational effects by implementing low-carbon and energy efficiency initiatives, as this has helped the bank move in the right direction towards achieving low operational emissions and ultimately carbon neutrality by 2060. It is noteworthy that NBK received several prestigious classifications from international institutions, which highlights its commitment to sustainability and governance, confirms its progress in integrating ESG standards in its core strategy, and enhances its leading role in implementing the best international practices. On the sidelines of the conference, Dr. Sabeeh Al-Mukhaizeem, Minister of Electricity, Water, Renewable Energy honored NBK in appreciation of its sponsorship of the 'Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week' Conference, as well as its efforts in supporting sustainability initiatives, enhancing the future for upcoming generations, and effective contributions towards clean energy transformation locally and regionally.
Kuwait Times
12-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
NBK ‘the Diamond Sponsor' for Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week Conference
KUWAIT: In continuation of its leading and responsible efforts in the field of sustainability, National Bank of Kuwait was the diamond sponsor for 'Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week' conference, which will be held from 11 to 13 May, in line with Kuwait spearheading the Board of Trustees of the Regional Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency. Through this sponsorship, NBK confirms its commitment to supporting initiatives of sustainability and efforts of clean energy transformation in Kuwait and the region. Several government institutions and leading private sector companies participated in this conference, further echoing the national cooperation towards achieving a more sustainable future. NBK's sustainability team participated in a discussion panel titled 'Accelerating Sustainability through Green Projects and Businesses' to highlight the bank's leadership in green projects and its continuous efforts to fully integrate sustainable practices within its operations and institutional culture, further contributing to achieving sustainable development as per international practices. The conference aimed to strengthen regional cooperation in essential fields such as research and development, advanced technologies in renewable energy sectors, energy efficiency, sustainable energy applications, in addition to the latest environmental technology tools. Moreover, it aimed to shed light on the most recent national innovations and initiatives in the fields of energy, water, and the environment, and enhance fruitful cooperation with international organizations, prestigious scientific research centers, and leading energy companies. The conference included in-depth workshops and discussions about the latest international developments in energy policies and the effective ways of contributing to developing strategies that further support clean energy transformation and sustainability goals in the region. It should be noted that this conference is a great platform for interactive exchange of ideas and innovative insights on clean energy transformation, which further enhances effective collaboration between the public and private sectors. As for the community, the conference raised awareness and encouraged innovation about using renewable and sustainable sources of energy and highlight its positive effect upon economic growth, such as attracting local and international renewable energy investments. Many topics were explored in the conference, the most significant of which were policies that support investments in sustainable energy projects, ways of building a sustainable future for coming generations, the exchange of knowledge among participants, the latest international trends in clean energy transformation, and awareness and innovation in this field. NBK's participation in this event reflects its commitment to boosting sustainable development and supporting a low-carbon economy in alignment with Kuwait Vision 2035 and international sustainable development goals, as it believes in the importance of the collaborative efforts of all sectors to achieve a safe and sustainable future for all. The bank has come a long way in our sustainability and clean-energy transformation efforts, asit made remarkable progress in the four pillars of the bank's environmental, social and institutional governance strategy which include Governance for Resilience, Responsible Banking, Capitalizing on Capabilities, and Investing in Communities. All these have contributed to enhancing NBK's leading role in building a better and more sustainable future. Moreover, NBK is keen on cooperating with strategic partners to constantly support sustainable practices and promote Kuwait's agenda for lowering carbon emissions and relying on renewable energy. NBK emphasizes its commitment to long-term sustainable practices and low operational effects by implementing low-carbon and energy efficiency initiatives, as this has helped the bank move in the right direction towards achieving low operational emissions and ultimately carbon neutrality by 2060. It is noteworthy that NBK received several prestigious classifications from international institutions, which highlights its commitment to sustainability and governance, confirms its progress in integrating ESG standards in its core strategy, and enhances its leading role in implementing the best international practices. On the sidelines of the conference, Dr Sabeeh Al-Mukhaizeem, Minister of Electricity, Water, Renewable Energy honored NBK in appreciation of its sponsorship of the 'Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week' Conference, as well as its efforts in supporting sustainability initiatives, enhancing the future for upcoming generations, and effective contributions towards clean energy transformation locally and regionally.
Kuwait Times
11-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Forum focuses on energy, climate
KUWAIT: Kuwait is set to host the Fifth Business Forum of the Union for the Mediterranean (UFM) on Energy and Climate on Monday, as part of the 'Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week.' The high-level gathering will bring together representatives from over 13 Arab and European countries, reflecting growing momentum in regional cooperation on sustainable energy and climate action. Organized in collaboration with Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy and the Regional Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE), the forum aims to foster dialogue among stakeholders from the Arab Gulf and Mediterranean regions. Discussions will center on energy transition, climate resilience, and the promotion of sustainable investment and innovation. Speaking to KUNA ahead of the event, Hatem Aznak, Climate and Energy Projects Analyst at the UFM, described Kuwait's hosting of the forum as a significant milestone for the Union's outreach. 'This marks the first UFM initiative held outside the Euro-Mediterranean region, representing a step forward in broadening our engagement and supporting regional ambitions in sustainability,' he said. This year's edition will also feature a dedicated youth engagement event—an initiative designed to amplify the voices of young leaders in shaping energy and climate solutions. The Union emphasized its commitment to empowering youth and women across the region, recognizing their role as key drivers of change and innovation. The forum is expected to draw strong participation from the private sector, particularly firms with joint interests spanning Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Gulf. Organizers anticipate that the event will catalyze new avenues for regional cooperation and investment in clean energy, positioning the Mediterranean as a strategic hub for sustainable business and climate innovation. Highlighting Kuwait's strategic role in fostering regional dialogue, Aznak extended appreciation to the country's leadership and institutions for their support. 'Kuwait offers an ideal platform to build bridges between the Arab Gulf, the Mediterranean, and Europe in advancing shared climate and energy goals,' he noted. In addition to plenary sessions and expert panels, the forum will feature the Kuwait International Exhibition, alongside workshops focused on climate adaptation, green financing, and the development of sustainable energy markets. The program is designed to support knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, and the scaling of renewable energy technologies across borders. The previous edition of the forum was held in Cairo, Egypt, in October. The Union for the Mediterranean, an intergovernmental organization comprising European Union member states and 15 countries from the southern and eastern Mediterranean, aims to strengthen regional cooperation, inclusive development, and stability across the Euro-Mediterranean basin. - KUNA
Arab Times
27-04-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait to host Sustainable Energy Week from May 11-13
KUWAIT CITY, April 27: The Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy (MEWRE) has announced that it will host the Kuwait Sustainable Energy Week, along with its accompanying exhibition, from May 11 to 13. The event will coincide with Kuwait's chairmanship of the Board of Trustees of the Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE). Under the patronage of Dr. Subaih Al-Mukhaizeem, Minister of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy, the conference aims to raise public awareness about the importance of preserving natural resources. Eng. Ahmad Al-Dousari, Director of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Department at MEWRE, discussed this goal during a press conference on Sunday. Al-Dousari further explained that the conference's objective is to help facilitate the transition towards sustainable energy sources in alignment with Kuwait's Vision 2035, while also strengthening regional cooperation among Arab countries and the Mediterranean region in research, development, and renewable energy technology exchange. The conference will focus on fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors and showcase the latest innovations and national initiatives in energy, water, and environmental sustainability. Al-Dousari added that Kuwait's hosting of the event would reinforce its role as a regional and global leader in clean energy and sustainability. The first day of the conference will feature Arab Energy Efficiency Day, in cooperation with the League of Arab States, while the Union for the Mediterranean Business Forum will take place on the second day, adding an international dimension. The conference will also include discussion sessions and interactive workshops with local and international experts. Private companies involved in renewable and alternative energy will participate in the exhibition, presenting technologies designed to improve energy efficiency and reduce electricity waste. Dr. Fattouh Al-Raqem, head of the Energy and Renewable Energy Research Center at the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, emphasized that the conference will address key issues related to energy transition and sustainable development. He also noted that the event would highlight the role of women in the sustainable energy sector, providing a platform for dialogue and the sharing of ideas and recommendations. In addition, the conference will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the League of Arab States and observe Arab Energy Efficiency Day, which is celebrated annually on May 21.
