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Al Etihad
6 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
Tadweer Group joins United Nations Global Compact
7 July 2025 15:37 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Tadweer Group, the sole authority for waste management in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company (ADQ), today announced that it has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC).The milestone reinforces Tadweer Group's commitment to unlocking the value of waste through innovative circular economy solutions, while aligning with the UAE's Net-Zero 2050 Strategic Initiative and the national Green Agenda in 2000, the UN Global Compact is the world's largest voluntary corporate sustainability initiative, uniting more than 20,000 companies across over 160 countries and supported by 60 local joining, Tadweer Group has committed to implementing the UNGC's Ten Principles - particularly those focused on environmental stewardship - and to reporting annually on its progress, thuspromoting transparency and Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and CEO, Tadweer Group, commented, 'Joining the UN Global Compact is a natural extension of our mission to lead sustainable waste transformation at scale. We see waste not as an endpoint, but as a beginning, a resource with untapped potential to drive clean energy, support green industry, and create shared value. Our participation affirms that Tadweer Group's growth will always be aligned with the highest global standards of environmental and social responsibility.' Tadweer Group's UNGC membership aligns with its ongoing international engagement as the organisation expands its role in unlocking the value of waste. Its major projects include one of the region's most advanced Waste-to-Energy (WTE) facilities, expected to generate power for over 250,000 homes annually, and Abu Dhabi's largest Material Recovery Facility (MRF), which supports increased recycling and landfill Group is also advancing waste-to-resource innovation, through initiatives such as methane-to-graphene conversion and the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), contributing to broader decarbonisation and clean energy move comes as the UAE increases its global climate engagement, with COP30 offering critical platforms for dialogue and action. As a UNGC participant, Tadweer Group is now better positioned to represent the UAE's circular economy model on the world stage, and to forge strategic partnerships that scale impact across this step, Tadweer Group deepens its contribution to the national sustainability agenda, while embracing its role in shaping the next era of climate-forward, resource-efficient growth. Tadweer Group is contributing to the development of a waste management model informed by defined values, measurable action, and international collaboration, designed to support both local priorities and broader global sustainability efforts. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
The Wire
04-07-2025
- Business
- The Wire
Yingfa Ruineng Joins UN Global Compact, Aiming to Lead Photovoltaic Sector Through Sustainability
YIBIN, China, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sichuan Yingfa Ruineng Technology Co., Ltd. ("Yingfa Ruineng") has recently announced its formal accession to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). This move underscores Yingfa Ruineng's firm commitment to sustainability, integrating it into the company's business strategy and driving innovation to accelerate the photovoltaic industry toward greater efficiency and lower carbon emissions. Fulfilling a Global Commitment and Advancing Sustainable Goals Established in 2000 by former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, the UN Global Compact is the world's most influential platform for corporate sustainability. It calls on businesses to align operations with ten principles covering human rights, labor standards, environmental protection, and anti-corruption, while supporting the broader UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set for 2030. Today, the initiative includes tens of thousands of companies and organizations across more than 160 countries. By joining the UNGC and pledging support for its principles, Yingfa Ruineng has demonstrated its strong commitment to making Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values a core strategic priority. Looking ahead, the company plans to deepen its ESG efforts across all operational areas and contribute to the transition toward a more efficient and low-carbon PV supply chain. Driving Clean Energy Adoption Through Technology As a key player in China's photovoltaic industry chain, Yingfa Ruineng focuses on the R&D and mass production of high-efficiency solar cells. These solutions serve a broad range of applications, including utility-scale solar farms, and commercial, industrial and residential distributed PV systems. Drawing on leading-edge technologies such as PERC, TOPCon, and back-contact (BC) cell technology, alongside Czochralski monocrystalline silicon ingot technology, the company continues to improve conversion efficiency and lower the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE). In response to global efforts around carbon neutrality, and in alignment with China's "dual carbon" targets, Yingfa Ruineng is continuously advancing technological innovation and smart manufacturing to reduce energy consumption and emissions throughout its production process. Through its partnership with the UNGC, the company will further accelerate the optimization of its sustainable supply chain management practices and deepen its exploration of renewable energy applications. Executive Perspective: Sustainability Sets the Course Forward "Joining the UNGC marks an important milestone in Yingfa Ruineng's path toward globalization," said Yingfa Ruineng President Zhang Min. "We recognize that long-term success lies not only in outstanding business performance, but also in the positive impact a company makes on the environment and society. Moving forward, we will continue to raise our internal standards and integrate sustainability into every facet of our operations." Outlook: Powering a Net-Zero Energy Future As the global energy landscape undergoes rapid transformation, Yingfa Ruineng sees its participation in the UNGC as a new starting point. The company will further enhance its technological capabilities and ESG performance while collaborating with international partners to help accelerate the shift toward a greener, low-carbon, and sustainable energy future—one that aims to share the benefits of clean energy development with all. Photo - Logo - (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PRNewswire and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.).
Malaysian Reserve
04-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Yingfa Ruineng Joins UN Global Compact, Aiming to Lead Photovoltaic Sector Through Sustainability
YIBIN, China, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sichuan Yingfa Ruineng Technology Co., Ltd. ('Yingfa Ruineng') has recently announced its formal accession to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). This move underscores Yingfa Ruineng's firm commitment to sustainability, integrating it into the company's business strategy and driving innovation to accelerate the photovoltaic industry toward greater efficiency and lower carbon emissions. Fulfilling a Global Commitment and Advancing Sustainable Goals Established in 2000 by former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, the UN Global Compact is the world's most influential platform for corporate sustainability. It calls on businesses to align operations with ten principles covering human rights, labor standards, environmental protection, and anti-corruption, while supporting the broader UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set for 2030. Today, the initiative includes tens of thousands of companies and organizations across more than 160 countries. By joining the UNGC and pledging support for its principles, Yingfa Ruineng has demonstrated its strong commitment to making Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values a core strategic priority. Looking ahead, the company plans to deepen its ESG efforts across all operational areas and contribute to the transition toward a more efficient and low-carbon PV supply chain. Driving Clean Energy Adoption Through Technology As a key player in China's photovoltaic industry chain, Yingfa Ruineng focuses on the R&D and mass production of high-efficiency solar cells. These solutions serve a broad range of applications, including utility-scale solar farms, and commercial, industrial and residential distributed PV systems. Drawing on leading-edge technologies such as PERC, TOPCon, and back-contact (BC) cell technology, alongside Czochralski monocrystalline silicon ingot technology, the company continues to improve conversion efficiency and lower the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE). In response to global efforts around carbon neutrality, and in alignment with China's 'dual carbon' targets, Yingfa Ruineng is continuously advancing technological innovation and smart manufacturing to reduce energy consumption and emissions throughout its production process. Through its partnership with the UNGC, the company will further accelerate the optimization of its sustainable supply chain management practices and deepen its exploration of renewable energy applications. Executive Perspective: Sustainability Sets the Course Forward 'Joining the UNGC marks an important milestone in Yingfa Ruineng's path toward globalization,' said Yingfa Ruineng President Zhang Min. 'We recognize that long-term success lies not only in outstanding business performance, but also in the positive impact a company makes on the environment and society. Moving forward, we will continue to raise our internal standards and integrate sustainability into every facet of our operations.' Outlook: Powering a Net-Zero Energy Future As the global energy landscape undergoes rapid transformation, Yingfa Ruineng sees its participation in the UNGC as a new starting point. The company will further enhance its technological capabilities and ESG performance while collaborating with international partners to help accelerate the shift toward a greener, low-carbon, and sustainable energy future—one that aims to share the benefits of clean energy development with all.
Al Bawaba
04-07-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Fine Hygienic Holding Honored as Founding Member of The UN Global Compact Network Jordan, Reaffirming Sustainability Commitment
Fine Hygienic Holding (FHH), one of the world's leading wellness groups and hygienic paper manufacturers, was recently honored by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Network Jordan at its inaugural annual breakfast and general assembly meeting. This distinguished recognition celebrates FHH's significant role as a founding member of the network and its ongoing contributions to corporate in 2007, the UNGC Network Jordan was founded by a select group of pioneering companies, with Fine Hygienic Holding among them. Since its inception, FHH has played a pivotal role, serving on the network board and actively contributing to its growth, which now brings together over 60 Abu Ragheb, Jordan Supply Chain Director at Fine Hygienic Holding, expressed deep gratitude for the acknowledgment, stating, 'We are honored by this recognition. At Fine Hygienic Holding, we firmly believe in the critical role sustainability plays in shaping a responsible future, and we are committed to advancing it at the grassroots level. We are here to lead by example, helping companies across Jordan bring sustainability to the heart of their operations.'The UN Global Compact Country Networks, such as the UNGC Network Jordan, support local businesses in implementing the Ten Principles of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption, while advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Leveraging regional expertise, they guide companies in adopting responsible practices tailored to local contexts. Fine Hygienic Holding continues to align its operations with the UN SDGs. Earlier this year, the group received EcoVadis Commitment Badge, a 'B' Score from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and CHEP's Excellence in Sustainability Certificate. These recognitions, along with FHH's foundational support and ongoing active participation, underscore its commitment to fostering a sustainable business environment in Jordan and the region.
Zawya
02-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Fine Hygienic Holding honored as Founding Member of The UN Global Compact Network Jordan
Amman, Jordan – Fine Hygienic Holding (FHH), one of the world's leading wellness groups and hygienic paper manufacturers, was recently honored by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Network Jordan at its inaugural annual breakfast and general assembly meeting. This distinguished recognition celebrates FHH's significant role as a founding member of the network and its ongoing contributions to corporate sustainability. Established in 2007, the UNGC Network Jordan was founded by a select group of pioneering companies, with Fine Hygienic Holding among them. Since its inception, FHH has played a pivotal role, serving on the network board and actively contributing to its growth, which now brings together over 60 members. Osama Abu Ragheb, Jordan Supply Chain Director at Fine Hygienic Holding, expressed deep gratitude for the acknowledgment, stating, 'We are honored by this recognition. At Fine Hygienic Holding, we firmly believe in the critical role sustainability plays in shaping a responsible future, and we are committed to advancing it at the grassroots level. We are here to lead by example, helping companies across Jordan bring sustainability to the heart of their operations.' The UN Global Compact Country Networks, such as the UNGC Network Jordan, support local businesses in implementing the Ten Principles of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption, while advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Leveraging regional expertise, they guide companies in adopting responsible practices tailored to local contexts. Fine Hygienic Holding continues to align its operations with the UN SDGs. Earlier this year, the group received EcoVadis Commitment Badge, a 'B' Score from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and CHEP's Excellence in Sustainability Certificate. These recognitions, along with FHH's foundational support and ongoing active participation, underscore its commitment to fostering a sustainable business environment in Jordan and the region.
