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Al Etihad
21-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
On Earth Day, UAE strengthens global leadership in environmental protection
21 Apr 2025 23:45 ABU DHABI (WAM)The UAE continues to cement its global leadership in environmental sustainability through a wide range of impactful initiatives, reflecting its long-standing commitment to protecting the environment and advancing sustainable solutions. As the world marks Earth Day on April 22, 2025 with renewed calls for climate action and environmental preservation, the UAE's policies and projects – from renewable energy and recycling to sustainable water desalination, afforestation, and clean transport – embody the essence of the day's message and pave the way toward a greener country's major renewable energy projects, particularly in solar energy, are at the forefront of global adoption of clean energy. Masdar, a key national player, has developed several landmark projects including Shams, the first concentrated solar power plant in the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, developed by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), is the world's largest single-site solar park implemented under the Independent Power Producer (IPP) model. DEWA reported that by the end of last year, 17.8 percent of its total installed capacity came from clean energy parallel, the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has achieved exceptional milestones over the past decade, reinforcing the UAE's leadership in the global clean energy transition and its goal of achieving climate neutrality by the area of recycling, the UAE has promoted waste reduction and diversion from landfills, including pioneering efforts in e-waste recycling. The UAE Circular Economy Policy 2021–2031 serves as a comprehensive framework to ensure sustainable resource management and effective utilisation of natural across the UAE play a vital role in mainstreaming circular economy practices through initiatives such as smart plastic bottle collection bins and designated recycling centres. Dubai Waste Management Centre supports the emirate's plan to reduce landfill waste and generate clean energy through waste-to-energy services company Bee'ah has also played a leading role in tackling key challenges such as diverting waste from landfills and supporting the circular economy, helping institutions achieve sustainability UAE has also become a model for financing environmental initiatives, ranking first in the region and second globally in terms of outstanding sustainability marine conservation, the UAE has launched ambitious initiatives such as Dubai Reef, the world's largest marine reef development sustainable transport, the UAE has made significant progress by expanding clean public transportation options and promoting electric vehicle adoption. In Dubai alone, public transport ridership reached 747 million in 2024, with Dubai Metro accounting for 37 percent of that Baghoum, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar City, said Earth Day reflects the UAE's commitment to environmental progress through innovation and highlighted that public-private partnerships demonstrate the UAE's dedication to tackling global environmental challenges, citing specialised growth clusters in Abu Dhabi, such as the Smart and Autonomous Vehicle Industry (SAVI) cluster and the AgriFood Growth and Water Abundance (AGWA) his part, Saif Humaid Al Falasi, CEO of ENOC Group, said, 'Inspired by the UAE's firm commitment to environmental sustainability and its bold goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050, we believe that energy conservation is essential to preserving our environment and ensuring a sustainable future.' He reaffirmed the group's dedication to raising awareness on energy preservation and contributing strategically to the UAE's vision of a low-carbon economy and a healthier planet for future generations.
Zawya
17-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dulsco Group celebrates Global Recycling Day with Wheels of Change for a second consecutive year
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: UAE-based Dulsco Group, a regional leader in people, environment, talent and recruitment solutions, today rolled out its Wheels of Change campaign for the second year to mark Global Recycling Day (Tuesday 18 March). Starting today at GEMS Cambridge International School, Dubai, the team will showcase Dulsco Group's continued support for UAE government sustainability directives – including the UAE Net Zero 2050 strategy and the UAE Circular Economy Policy – at seven stops throughout the coming week until 20 March. Visiting organisations and educational institutions, the interactive and fun recycling campaign will involve the Dulsco Recycling Bus – a familiar sight on UAE roads – collecting recyclable waste and raising awareness of the importance of proper waste management and waste segregation to preserve the planet for future generations. With educational games and guest appearances from Birdy; Dulsco's official mascot, the week promises to be a lot of fun for all. In 2024, Dulsco Group's Wheels of Change campaign collected over half a tonne (500 kg) of recyclable waste around Global Recycling Day and this year, they aim to surpass this achievement, further reducing waste sent to landfills and strengthening its commitment to sustainability. Wheels of Change Schedule: Monday, 17 March 9.30AM to 10.30AM GEMS Cambridge International School, Dubai Tuesday,18 March 9.30AM to 10.30AM Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel 12.00PM to 1.00PM ALEC & ALEMCO Wednesday, 19 March 12PM to 1.00PM Americana Foods Thursday, 20 March 9.00AM to 10.00AM A Educational Institution in Silicon Oasis 11.00AM to 12.00PM Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel 12.00PM to 1.00PM Avani+Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites About Dulsco Group Dulsco Group is a UAE-born integrated solutions provider with a portfolio of businesses comprising: Dulsco Environment, Dulsco People, Parisima and Advance Global Recruitment (AGR). Launched in 1935 as a workforce solutions provider, Dulsco has evolved to become a leader in People Solutions, Environmental Solutions, Talent Solutions, and Energy Recruitment Solutions servicing over 3,700 clients across a range of sectors.
Trade Arabia
05-02-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
A1RWATER, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr achieve water from Air milestone
A1RWATER, a global leader in atmospheric water generation (AWG), has reached a significant milestone in its partnership with Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, generating 704,846 litres of water from the air since 2023. Together, A1RWATER and Fairmont Bab Al Bahr have made significant strides in reducing plastic waste and lowering the hotel's carbon footprint, eliminating the production of 1,409,692 single-use plastic water bottles (500 ml) and mitigating 116.3 metric tonnes of carbon emissions; aligning with key governmental initiatives including the UAE Circular Economy Policy and UAE Net Zero 2050, said a statement. Leveraging A1RWATER's state-of-the-art technology, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has effectively harnessed the moisture in the air to prevent 8,456 kg of plastic waste from entering the hotel, and ultimately the world's landfills and oceans. These efforts are also contributing to a key global objective in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). A1RWATER's technology employs advanced HEPA filtration, UV, and carbon purification processes to ensure premium, mineralised drinking water without the waste associated with traditional groundwater extraction and reverse osmosis systems. Alex Guy, Founder & CEO of A1RWATER, commented: 'Our partnership with Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a powerful testament to what is possible when innovation meets sustainability. By generating clean water directly from the atmosphere, we are not only addressing critical water scarcity challenges in MENA but also championing a future free of single-use plastics and excess carbon. This collaboration reflects our unwavering commitment to advancing the UAE's leadership in sustainability, aligning with national initiatives like the UAE Net Zero 2050 strategy and global SDGs. At A1RWATER, we are proud to lead the charge in redefining how we source and consume water – because the time for transformative action is now.' The collaboration is also timely given regional challenges around water scarcity. According to the World Bank, the MENA region is projected to face severe water shortages, with water availability falling below the critical threshold of 500 cubic metres per person per year by 2030. With more water in the atmosphere than in rivers worldwide, A1RWATER's cutting-edge air-to-water technology offers a sustainable solution to this looming crisis while also aligning itself with the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036 to help ensure sustainable access to water during both normal and emergency conditions. Shamsudheen Thekkepattayil, Director of Environmental, Health & Safety at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi, added: 'Sustainability has been at the heart of our operations. Working with A1RWATER has allowed us to take bold steps in reducing our environmental footprint while ensuring our guests enjoy the highest quality drinking water. This partnership exemplifies responsible luxury hospitality and demonstrates our alignment with the UAE's vision for a greener, more sustainable future.' A1RWATER's contributions to the UAE extend beyond hospitality. To date, the company has generated over 3.6 million litres of water for schools, hotels, private companies, government offices, and Dubai Metro stations. These efforts have replaced more than 7.2 million single-use plastic bottles and mitigated 555 metric tonnes of CO2 emissions, underscoring the brand's commitment to environmental stewardship, the company said. – TradeArabia News Service
Zawya
05-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
A1RWATER and Fairmont Bab Al Bahr achieve key milestone
A1RWATER's on-site bottling facility at the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has generated 704,846 litres of water from the air and prevented more than 8.4 tonnes of plastic waste from entering the hotel since 2023 The partnership has also saved landfills and oceans from over 1.4 million single-use (500 ml) plastic bottles while mitigating 116.3 metric tonnes of carbon emissions to align with UAE Net Zero 2050 World Bank data forecasts the amount of water available per capital in MENA will fall below the absolute water scarcity threshold of 500 cubic meters per person by 2030 Dubai, UAE – A1RWATER, a global leader in atmospheric water generation (AWG), has reached a significant milestone in its partnership with Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, generating 704,846 litres of water from the air since 2023. Together, A1RWATER and Fairmont Bab Al Bahr have made significant strides in reducing plastic waste and lowering the hotel's carbon footprint, eliminating the production of 1,409,692 single-use plastic water bottles (500 ml) and mitigating 116.3 metric tonnes of carbon emissions; aligning with key governmental initiatives including the UAE Circular Economy Policy and UAE Net Zero 2050. Leveraging A1RWATER's state-of-the-art technology, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has effectively harnessed the moisture in the air to prevent 8,456 kilograms of plastic waste from entering the hotel, and ultimately the world's landfills and oceans. These efforts are also contributing to a key global objective in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). A1RWATER's technology employs advanced HEPA filtration, UV, and carbon purification processes to ensure premium, mineralised drinking water without the waste associated with traditional groundwater extraction and reverse osmosis systems. Alex Guy, Founder & CEO of A1RWATER, commented: 'Our partnership with Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a powerful testament to what is possible when innovation meets sustainability. By generating clean water directly from the atmosphere, we are not only addressing critical water scarcity challenges in MENA but also championing a future free of single-use plastics and excess carbon. This collaboration reflects our unwavering commitment to advancing the UAE's leadership in sustainability, aligning with national initiatives like the UAE Net Zero 2050 strategy and global SDGs. At A1RWATER, we are proud to lead the charge in redefining how we source and consume water – because the time for transformative action is now.' The collaboration is also timely given regional challenges around water scarcity. According to the World Bank, the MENA region is projected to face severe water shortages, with water availability falling below the critical threshold of 500 cubic meters per person per year by 2030 [1]. With more water in the atmosphere than in rivers worldwide, A1RWATER's cutting-edge air-to-water technology offers a sustainable solution to this looming crisis while also aligning itself with the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036 to help ensure sustainable access to water during both normal and emergency conditions. Shamsudheen Thekkepattayil, Director of Environmental, Health & Safety at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi added: 'Sustainability has been at the heart of our operations. Working with A1RWATER has allowed us to take bold steps in reducing our environmental footprint while ensuring our guests enjoy the highest quality drinking water. This partnership exemplifies responsible luxury hospitality and demonstrates our alignment with the UAE's vision for a greener, more sustainable future.' A1RWATER's contributions to the UAE extend beyond hospitality. To date, the company has generated over 3.6 million litres of water for schools, hotels, private companies, government offices, and Dubai Metro stations. These efforts have replaced more than 7.2 million single-use plastic bottles and mitigated 555 metric tonnes of CO2 emissions, underscoring the brand's commitment to environmental stewardship. -Ends- About A1RWATER: A1RWATER™, pronounced AIR-WATER, is a market leader in water innovation. Established in 2018, the homegrown brand specializes in creating pure water from air humidity at scale and offers atmospheric water generators, custom bottling facilities, and sustainable packaging solutions. Committed to reducing single-use plastics and supporting ESG goals, A1RWATER meets international water standards such as the World Health Organization and Dubai Municipality, ensuring safe, mineral-enriched drinking water for diverse needs. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, with offices in the US and the UK, A1RWATER is pioneering the future of water sustainability. For all media inquiries contact: Srishti Soni | Dushane Solomon | Alain Selfani Atteline E-mail: a1rwater@ [1]
Mid East Info
05-02-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
A1RWATER And Fairmont Bab Al Bahr Achieve Key Milestone; Generating +700,000 Liters of Clean Water from the Air for the UAE
* A1RWATER's on-site bottling facility at the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has generated 704,846 litres of water from the air and prevented more than 8.4 tonnes of plastic waste from entering the hotel since 2023 * The partnership has also saved landfills and oceans from over 1.4 million single-use (500 ml) plastic bottles while mitigating 116.3 metric tonnes of carbon emissions to align with UAE Net Zero 2050 * World Bank data forecasts the amount of water available per capital in MENA will fall below the absolute water scarcity threshold of 500 cubic meters per person by 2030 Dubai, UAE – 05 February 2025: A1RWATER, a global leader in atmospheric water generation (AWG), has reached a significant milestone in its partnership with Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, generating 704,846 litres of water from the air since 2023. Together, A1RWATER and Fairmont Bab Al Bahr have made significant strides in reducing plastic waste and lowering the hotel's carbon footprint, eliminating the production of 1,409,692 single-use plastic water bottles (500 ml) and mitigating 116.3 metric tonnes of carbon emissions; aligning with key governmental initiatives including the UAE Circular Economy Policy and UAE Net Zero 2050. Leveraging A1RWATER's state-of-the-art technology, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has effectively harnessed the moisture in the air to prevent 8,456 kilograms of plastic waste from entering the hotel, and ultimately the world's landfills and oceans. These efforts are also contributing to a key global objective in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). A1RWATER's technology employs advanced HEPA filtration, UV, and carbon purification processes to ensure premium, mineralised drinking water without the waste associated with traditional groundwater extraction and reverse osmosis systems. Alex Guy, Founder & CEO of A1RWATER, commented: 'Our partnership with Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a powerful testament to what is possible when innovation meets sustainability. By generating clean water directly from the atmosphere, we are not only addressing critical water scarcity challenges in MENA but also championing a future free of single-use plastics and excess carbon. This collaboration reflects our unwavering commitment to advancing the UAE's leadership in sustainability, aligning with national initiatives like the UAE Net Zero 2050 strategy and global SDGs. At A1RWATER, we are proud to lead the charge in redefining how we source and consume water – because the time for transformative action is now.' The collaboration is also timely given regional challenges around water scarcity. According to the World Bank, the MENA region is projected to face severe water shortages, with water availability falling below the critical threshold of 500 cubic meters per person per year by 20301. With more water in the atmosphere than in rivers worldwide, A1RWATER's cutting-edge air-to-water technology offers a sustainable solution to this looming crisis while also aligning itself with the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036 to help ensure sustainable access to water during both normal and emergency conditions. Shamsudheen Thekkepattayil, Director of Environmental, Health & Safety at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi added: 'Sustainability has been at the heart of our operations. Working with A1RWATER has allowed us to take bold steps in reducing our environmental footprint while ensuring our guests enjoy the highest quality drinking water. This partnership exemplifies responsible luxury hospitality and demonstrates our alignment with the UAE's vision for a greener, more sustainable future.' A1RWATER's contributions to the UAE extend beyond hospitality. To date, the company has generated over 3.6 million litres of water for schools, hotels, private companies, government offices, and Dubai Metro stations. These efforts have replaced more than 7.2 million single-use plastic bottles and mitigated 555 metric tonnes of CO2 emissions, underscoring the brand's commitment to environmental stewardship. -ENDS- About A1RWATER: A1RWATER™, pronounced AIR-WATER, is a market leader in water innovation. Established in 2018, the homegrown brand specializes in creating pure water from air humidity at scale and offers atmospheric water generators, custom bottling facilities, and sustainable packaging solutions. Committed to reducing single-use plastics and supporting ESG goals, A1RWATER meets international water standards such as the World Health Organization and Dubai Municipality, ensuring safe, mineral-enriched drinking water for diverse needs. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, with offices in the US and the UK, A1RWATER is pioneering the future of water sustainability. For all media inquiries contact: Srishti Soni | Dushane Solomon | Alain Selfani Atteline Phone: +971 50 647 3920 | +971 58 532 6136 | +971 52 300 2006 E-mail: a1rwater@
