Ten climate tech start-ups have presented innovative circular economy solutions at the Launchpad’s showcase event, which was hosted in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Economy by the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA). This event marked the latest Circular Economy Cycle aimed at promoting sustainable practices. The UICCA Launchpad is designed to accelerate the...
The Government of Sharjah has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the Circularo Award for Digital Transformation. This recognition highlights Sharjah’s prominent role in innovation and its commitment to digital sustainability in the region. The award was presented to the Sharjah Digital Department, which has been pivotal in implementing advanced digital solutions that enhance public...
In the UAE, millions of date palms are trimmed each year, resulting in substantial amounts of agricultural waste, particularly palm fronds. Traditionally, these fronds were used in building methods, but today they are often discarded or burned. Desert Board, a startup based in the UAE, aims to change this narrative by transforming palm fronds into...
The Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the US-based EIG Management Company, LLC. This agreement aims to foster collaboration in investment and diversify funding sources for the development and operation of infrastructure projects linked to...
Dubai is set to host the 11th World Green Economy Summit on October 1-2, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This event is organized by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO). The summit will bring together global leaders, policymakers, and experts...
Emirates Airlines has officially joined the Aviation Circularity Consortium, a collaborative initiative aimed at promoting sustainable practices in the aviation sector. This partnership, which also includes SL Metals, focuses on enhancing the circular economy within the industry, emphasizing waste reduction and resource efficiency. The consortium’s goal is to establish a framework that encourages airlines and...
The UAE Circular Packaging Association (CPA) has elected a new board during its annual general assembly held at Dubai Chambers. This new leadership aims to enhance public-private collaboration and strengthen the association’s role in promoting circular packaging solutions, which are crucial for advancing the UAE’s circular economy agenda. As sustainability becomes a focal point of...
During the 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, the Minister of Economy and Chairman of the UAE Circular Economy Council, underscored the UAE’s strategic role in the circular economy. Participating in a session titled “Turning Plastic Waste into Raw Materials: Fueling the Circular Economy,” he highlighted...