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TAG 91.1
29-04-2025
- General
- TAG 91.1
UAE Food Bank Ramadan meals initiative preserves 97,000 trees
The UAE Food Bank has announced that its Ramadan 2025 campaign, 'United in Giving', preserved the equivalent of 97,000 trees by diverting surplus food from landfills. By diverting more than 917 tonnes of surplus food, the campaign prevented over 2.3 million kilograms of carbon dioxide emissions, achieving a significant environmental benefit alongside its core humanitarian goal of delivering food to those in need. The emissions reduction is equivalent to preserving the carbon absorption capacity of 97,000 trees. Carried out under the directives of Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, Supreme Chairperson of the UAE Food Bank, the campaign distributed nearly eight million meals throughout the holy month — surpassing its original target of seven million. 'This year's results demonstrate that food relief and sustainability can go hand-in-hand,' said Manal Bin Yaroof, Head of the Executive Team at the UAE Food Bank. 'Every meal saved from waste is a step toward a cleaner environment and a more compassionate society.' The initiative supported over 700,000 families and 11,000 workers in the UAE and beyond, including the international distribution of 378,240 meals. Locally, it collaborated with the Ne'ma national initiative to deliver meals through community fridges and workplace campaigns, while also converting 335,000 kilograms of food waste into over 50,000 kilograms of organic fertiliser. The campaign's success was made possible by 200 public and private sector partners and more than 1,000 volunteers, reinforcing the UAE's commitment to community-driven sustainability. The Bank also signed 12 new agreements to expand future cooperation and held 48 awareness sessions on sustainable food practices.
Hi Dubai
27-03-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE Food Bank and ‘Ne'ma' Join Forces to Distribute One Million Meals During Ramadan
The UAE Food Bank has partnered with the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, Ne'ma, to enhance food sustainability and support underprivileged communities. The initiative, launched during the holy month of Ramadan, aims to provide one million meals from surplus food while promoting environmental responsibility. Now in its third consecutive year, this effort aligns with the UAE's broader commitment to social welfare and sustainability, particularly following the declaration of 2025 as the Year of the Community. The initiative involves collaboration with over 75 hotel establishments to safely collect and distribute untouched surplus food to eligible beneficiaries across the UAE. Implemented in Dubai, in coordination with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, the initiative ensures efficient food redistribution. The UAE Food Bank will manage consumable food surplus while converting inedible food into oil and agricultural compost through a partnership with the Reloop app by iCycle International Recycling. This approach not only minimizes waste but also supports the circular economy and environmental protection efforts. Khuloud Hassan Al Nowais, Chief Sustainability Officer at Emirates Foundation and Secretary General of the Ne'ma Committee, emphasized the initiative's impact: "Our collaboration is a crucial step in fostering resource sustainability and reducing food waste. By leveraging innovative, technology-driven solutions, we are ensuring safe and efficient food distribution while reinforcing the UAE's commitment to social responsibility and environmental preservation." Manal Bin Yaroof, Head of the Executive Team at the UAE Food Bank, highlighted the strategic vision behind the initiative: "This partnership strengthens our mission to combat food waste comprehensively. By collecting, preserving, and delivering surplus food with the highest standards, we uphold the values of generosity and sustainability that define the UAE Food Bank's core purpose." This initiative marks a significant milestone in the UAE's ongoing efforts to promote food security, sustainability, and community support during Ramadan and beyond. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Al Etihad
26-03-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE Food Bank, Ne'ma provide one million surplus food meals to eligible groups
26 Mar 2025 22:15 DUBAI (WAM) The UAE Food Bank has announced a strategic partnership with the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative 'Ne'ma,' aiming to enhance support for eligible groups and contribute to environmental will be done through a pioneering initiative that manages surplus food, reduces waste, and ensures its delivery to the largest possible number of target groups within the initiative is part of charitable and humanitarian efforts during the holy month of Ramadan this initiative aims to provide one million meals from surplus food to deserving segments of the community during the holy month, now in its third consecutive year. It aligns with the UAE's vision to promote social and environmental responsibility, especially following the declaration of 2025 as the "Year of the Community."The initiative involves collaboration with over 75 hotel establishments to collect and distribute untouched surplus food to eligible will be implemented in Dubai in cooperation with the Dubai Department of Economy and initiative focuses on the safe and efficient management of food surplus to minimise waste. The UAE Food Bank will collect consumable surplus food and redistribute it to beneficiaries across the inedible food will be converted into oil and agricultural compost in collaboration with the 'Reloop' app by iCycle International Recycling, contributing to environmental protection and supporting circular economy Sustainability Officer at Emirates Foundation and Secretary General of the 'Ne'ma' Committee, Khuloud Hassan Al Nowais, stated, "The cooperation between 'Ne'ma' and the UAE Food Bank is a key step towards unifying efforts to enhance resource sustainability and reduce food waste in society. Through this partnership, we are working together on developing innovative, technology-supported solutions for distributing food safely and efficiently, reflecting our deep commitment to social responsibility, environmental protection, and the UAE's goal to significantly reduce food waste." Head of the Executive Team at the UAE Food Bank, Manal Bin Yaroof, said, "This collaboration is part of a long-term strategic vision to address the issue of food waste in the UAE in a comprehensive and sustainable way. It supports the UAE Food Bank's goals and vision of achieving leadership and sustainability in surplus food management—collecting, preserving, and delivering it with the highest quality to those in need, anytime and anywhere. It reflects the values of generosity and giving that the Bank has embraced since its inception."
Zawya
26-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
UAE Food Bank partners with the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative 'Ne'ma'
An initiative to provide one million meals from untouched surplus food in coordination with more than 75 hotel establishments. Nema Community fridges in key Dubai locations offer accessible surplus meals to those in need. Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The UAE Food Bank has announced a strategic partnership with the National Initiative to Reduce Food Loss and Waste, "Ne'ma," aimed at enhancing support for those in need and contributing to environmental sustainability. This partnership will organize two pioneering initiatives focused on managing food surplus, reducing waste, and delivering food to the largest number of targeted beneficiaries across the country. The initiative aligns with charitable and humanitarian efforts during the holy month of Ramadan 2025. One Million Meals from Untouched Surplus Food This initiative aims to provide one million meals from surplus food to eligible groups in the community during the holy month of Ramadan, marking the third consecutive year of its implementation. The initiative aligns with the UAE's vision to enhance social and environmental responsibility, especially following the announcement of 2025 as the "Year of the Community." As part of the partnership between the UAE Food Bank and the National Initiative to Reduce Food Loss and Waste, "Ne'ma," coordination will take place with over 75 hotel establishments to collect and distribute untouched surplus food to those in need. The initiative will be implemented in Dubai in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. The initiative focuses on managing food surplus safely and efficiently to minimize waste. The UAE Food Bank will collect surplus food fit for consumption and redistribute it to beneficiaries across the country. Meanwhile, inedible food will be converted into oil and agricultural compost in collaboration with the "Reloop" application by iCycle International, contributing to environmental sustainability and supporting circular economy principles. The "One Million Meals from Surplus Food" initiative is among the most significant efforts to rescue food from being wasted and diverted from landfill during Ramadan. Since its launch in 2022, the initiative has seen a 75% increase in participating hotels between 2022 and 2024. Data indicates that food waste has been reduced and redirected by 47% in some of these hotels over the same period. These results highlight the effectiveness of Ne'ma's national strategy and the critical role of the UAE Food Bank in reducing food waste. The initiative has deployed hundreds of food waste collection and sorting bins at the source, trained more than 400 hotel chefs and hospitality staff in specialized food waste management techniques in 2024, and provided a record number of untouched surplus meals to beneficiaries. Additionally, during last Ramadan, the initiative achieved a high level of food waste separation, resulting in the production of over 46,000 kilograms of organic compost. Community Fridges in Dubai As part of efforts to enhance community collaboration, the UAE Food Bank is supporting Ne'ma's initiative to deploy "Ne'ma Community Fridges" in strategic locations across Dubai. These fridges will be easily accessible to individuals and target groups, containing untouched surplus food provided by hotels. The UAE Food Bank and Ne'ma will oversee the safe collection and distribution of food in these fridges, ensuring that meals reach those in need during Ramadan while maintaining proper food safety standards. Khuloud Hassan Al Nowais, Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer at the Emirates Foundation and Ne'ma Committee Secretary General, added: 'Our work with the UAE Food Bank is a vital step towards advancing our national objectives to reduce food waste. Through innovative and technology-driven systems, we are building a model of social responsibility that combines food security, environmental sustainability, and community impact. Following the success of last year's campaign, we look forward to expanding our reach and deepening our impact through this year's partnership.' Manal Bin Yaroof, Head of the Executive Team at the UAE Food Bank, said: 'We are pleased to collaborate once again with the Ne'ma initiative to continue our efforts to reduce food waste and support vulnerable communities during Ramadan. This partnership goes beyond seasonal giving – it reflects a long-term strategic vision for tackling food waste across the country. Through innovative solutions, expert collaboration, and a shared commitment to sustainability, we aim to deliver high-quality surplus food to those in need, wherever and whenever it is required. This aligns with our founding principles of generosity, dignity, and community resilience.' Yousuf Lootah, CEO of Corporate Strategy and Performance at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), and Chairperson of DET Environmental Sustainability and Social Responsibility Committee, said: 'Dubai's hospitality sector continues to demonstrate its leadership and commitment to environmental stewardship. Through our support of these surplus food initiatives and the deployment of 56 participating hotels, we are advancing the goals of Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and supporting the city's ambition to be the best place in the world to live, work, and visit. Initiatives such as this strengthen our progress towards Dubai's Sustainable Tourism Strategy and build a culture of responsible consumption and social action.' Hussain Moosa, Mall Director of Mall of the Emirates at Majid Al Futtaim Properties, commented: 'At Majid Al Futtaim, we are committed to empowering communities through innovative sustainability initiatives. By hosting three community fridges in key areas of the Mall of the Emirates, we have made it easier for workers and individuals to access nutritious meals while reducing unnecessary food waste. This partnership reflects our commitment to impactful collaboration and inclusive sustainability.' The collaboration between the UAE Food Bank and Ne'ma highlights the growing importance of coordinated national efforts to tackle food waste, support communities, and protect the environment. It reflects the UAE's leadership in championing charitable initiatives that create measurable impact, uphold social values, and advance sustainability objectives.
Zawya
19-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Foodics tackles food waste this Ramadan in collaboration with Ne'ma
Foodics, the leading Saudi-born food tech company in the MENA region is taking a stand against food waste this Ramadan by partnering with Ne'ma, the UAE's National Food Loss and Waste Initiative. Reflecting the UAE's commitment to achieving net zero by 2050, the Ne'ma initiative plays a key role in supporting this by working to reduce food loss and waste. Encouraging social responsibility, the initiative seeks to transform society and instill important values while promoting sustainable practices across the food supply chain. As part of the collaboration, Foodics is sponsoring a community fridge at Mall of the Emirates, ensuring surplus food from restaurants and hotels is redistributed to those in need. Through a structured process, participating chefs from hotels and restaurants are trained and onboarded by Ne'ma. They will receive specialized food packages which they can fill with prepared meals made in their kitchens that meet the strict food safety standards. These meals are then stored in thermal containers and transported via refrigerated vehicles to the fridge located in Mall of the Emirates, where they are accessible to workers and individuals in need. Restaurants and catering businesses looking to contribute and participate in the initiative can connect with Ne'ma organization directly to undergo the onboarding and training process. This initiative reinforces Foodics' commitment to sustainability and social impact while also reflecting the spirit of giving during the Holy month. About Foodics Founded in 2014, Foodics is the leading restaurant operations and payment tech company in the MENA region, powering the operations of more than 30,000 restaurants with an all-in-one software and hardware ecosystem to manage. The Saudi-born company offers cloud-based all-in-one Restaurant Management System (RMS), Point of Sale solution (POS) and payment systems that are developed in-house with hands-on industry intel and caters to F&B establishments. Foodics offers various tools and solutions including Foodics Online, Foodics Pay, Foodics Marketplace, and Foodics Accounting, equipping restaurateurs with innovative technology tools to establish resilience, foster customer connections and sustain growth.
