Sustainability

Construction & Real Estate

Big 5 Construct Saudi spotlights pathway to sustainable future, long-term partnerships

Thu, 03 Sep 2026

Big 5 Construct Saudi concluded on Wednesday (September 2) at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center, wrapping up an energetic four days of high-level, strategic industry engagement focused on the future of construction and the evolving needs of the Kingdom’s built environment.

Construction & Real Estate Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Alba to play key role at debut 'Made in GCC 2026' expo in Bahrain

Sat, 26 Sep 2026

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world's largest aluminium smelter on one site, has signed up a supporting partner for the inaugural 'Made in GCC 2026 Forum to be held at Exhibition World Bahrain next month. Alba will be showcasing its products portfolio and approach to sustainability across the aluminium value chain.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Mubadala Energy reports 30.9pc reduction in scope 1, 2 emissions during 2025

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Mubadala Energy has reported significant ESG progress in its 2025 Sustainability Report, including a 30.9 per cent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Average emissions intensity fell 12.4 per cent, while flared gas intensity declined 33.9 per cent across operated assets.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Sustainability, supply pressures key focus for Paperworld Middle East

Mon, 31 Aug 2026

Sustainability, pressure on prices and supply, and a growing crossover between stationery, gifting, and lifestyle products are emerging as key factors shaping the international paper and stationery industry, according to exhibitors participating in Paperworld Middle East 2026.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Coral Beach Resort Sharjah becomes emirate’s first hotel to operate a biodigester

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has become the first hotel in the Emirate to operate a fully functional biodigester system, marking a new milestone in its sustainability efforts and responsible tourism initiatives.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

BRICS tourism ministers adopt Jaipur 2026 Declaration

Sat, 22 Aug 2026

The BRICS tourism ministers have adopted the Jaipur Declaration by consensus at the ministerial meeting held under India’s 2026 Chairmanship setting AI and Tourism, sustainability, tourism skilling and seamless travel as its top priorities.

Construction & Real Estate

Dubai Holding Community Management inks deal with Etihad Esco

Tue, 07 Jul 2026

Dubai Holding Community Management has announced that it has signed an agreement with Al Etihad Energy Services (Etihad Esco) to strengthen energy efficiency and strategic sustainability initiatives across communities that it is managing.

Construction & Real Estate

UAE developers shift focus to execution as construction output seen at $131bn

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

The UAE's construction sector is moving beyond rapid expansion, with developers increasingly focused on project execution, sustainability and regulatory compliance, as construction output is forecast to reach $130.8 billion within the next three years, according to a report.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

InterContinental Muscat receives Green Key Certification

Mon, 13 Jul 2026

InterContinental Muscat has received the Green Key Certification, reinforcing its commitment to responsible hospitality, environmental stewardship and modern luxury experiences in Oman.

Construction & Real Estate Health & Environment

Qatar opens first smart mosque with solar power, water recycling

Sun, 12 Jul 2026

Qatar has inaugurated its first smart mosque, featuring renewable energy and water-saving technologies, as it seeks to modernise mosque infrastructure and promote sustainability. The complex has been built on a 4,015-sq-m site using a contemporary architectural design.