With the upcoming COP 28 set to be hosted in the United Arab Emirates, and as the region intensifies its focus on its net-zero targets, sustainability-focused construction technologies are poised to play a crucial role. According to the latest research by Strategy Middle East, part of the PwC network, and the planning, design, management and consultancy (Dar), sustainability-focused construction technologies could help the MENA region’s $2 trillion construction surge reduce lifecycle emissions by 50-60%.
Year: 2023
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dubai Airports’ 2023 forecast sees DXB soar beyond 2019 traffic to reach 86.8m
Dubai Airports is forecasting annual passenger traffic at Dubai International (DXB) to reach 86.8 million – surpassing 2019 traffic, propelled by strong growth throughout the first three quarters of the year and anticipation of an exceptional surge in guest numbers in the final quarter.
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On behalf of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Sheikha Alyazia bint Saif participates in the ‘United for Peace in Palestine’ meeting hosted by Türkiye
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UAE Space Agency launches National Space Academy to develop national cadres
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UAE’s Tabreed posts rise in third-quarter revenue on higher demand
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Emirates to build new US$ 950 million engineering facility
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Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government hosts 2nd Arab Climate Forum
Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government hosted the second edition of the Arab Climate Forum as a knowledge partner, which is launched by the Arab NGO Network for Development in partnership with the Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND).
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Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Abu Dhabi launches inaugural academic programme
The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Abu Dhabi (IIT-Delhi Abu Dhabi), the first international campus of the highly acclaimed IIT-Delhi, has launched a master's programme in Energy Transition and Sustainability (ETS) at Zayed University.
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Mohammed bin Rashid meets with global banking leaders participating in the 2023 International Monetary Conference
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today met with global banking leaders participating in the International Monetary Conference held this week in Dubai.
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Tristar Group launches second solar project in Dubai in partnership with TotalEnergies
Tristar Group has inaugurated a second solar power project in Dubai, with a capacity of 464 kilowatt peak (kWp), at its specialised warehouse facility inside Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA). This is the second project launched by the company since 2021, in partnership with TotalEnergies.