UAE's Top 10 Sustainability Leaders Shaping the Middle East's Future
Pranav Jyoti lMiddle East, Japan,India,SEA Bridge ESGIRoyal Venture Capital l Market Growth l Impact
MEA Royal Venture Capital | ESG Climate & Business Consultant |Japan UAE Board Advisor |Royal Capital Investments | Strategic Growth Investments in UAE at The Private Office of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al-Qassimi .
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is propelling the Middle East towards a more sustainable future, thanks to the visionary leadership of its sustainability champions. With an estimated $25 billion in renewable energy investments, a 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050, and a commitment to a circular economy, the UAE stands as a beacon of sustainable progress in the region. In this article, we spotlight 10 UAE sustainability leaders who are leveraging their expertise, resources, and innovation to drive impactful change and shape a greener future for the Middle East.
is the SVP, Sustainability and Climate at ADNOC Group. He is a leading expert on climate change and sustainability, and has played a key role in ADNOC's transformation into a more sustainable company. Ibrahim Al Zu'bi has helped ADNOC to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 20%, and has also helped the company to invest in renewable energy projects.
is the Partner and Global Director of Strategy and Advisory at AESG. She is a sustainability expert with over 20 years of experience, and is working with governments and businesses across the Middle East to accelerate their sustainability journeys. She ?has worked with governments and businesses across the Middle East to help them to develop and implement sustainability strategies.
is the CEO of ADNOC and the President Designate of COP28. He is a strong advocate for climate action, and is working to make the UAE a leader in the clean energy transition. Sultan is a member of the UAE's delegation to the UN Climate Change Conferences (COPs), and has played a key role in shaping the UAE's climate change policy. He is also the President of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), a global organization that promotes the development and deployment of renewable energy.
is the Director General of the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi. She is a leading voice on environmental issues in the UAE, and is working to protect the country's natural resources. Razan is a member of the UAE's Supreme Council for Environment and Water, and is the Chair of the UAE's National Committee for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
is the CEO of Masdar. He is a pioneer in the development of renewable energy, and is working to make Masdar a global leader in clean energy. Masdar is a UAE-based company that develops and invests in renewable energy projects around the world. Ahmed is a strong advocate for renewable energy, and is committed to making Masdar a leading player in the global clean energy market.
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is the CEO of Etihad Energy Services. He is an expert in energy efficiency, and is working to help businesses in the UAE reduce their energy consumption. Etihad Energy Services is a UAE-based company that provides energy efficiency solutions to businesses and organizations. Samer is a strong advocate for energy efficiency, and is committed to helping the UAE become more energy efficient.
is currently working with ENOC as Chief Sustainability & Climate Change Officer managing the key corporate functions of Energy Transition & Decarbonization, Sustainability & Climate Change and CSR. Alia has a wide range of professional interests where she conducts Energy and Resource Management Audits, Environmental Impact Assessment Studies, Environmental Baseline and Waste Audits, Environmental Management Systems Compliance Reviews, Environmental and Resource Conservation Trainings for the ENOC Group of companies.
is the CEO of Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC). He is a leading expert in nuclear energy, and is working to make ENEC a global leader in clean energy. ENEC is a UAE-based company that is developing four nuclear power plants in the UAE. Mohamed is a strong advocate for nuclear energy, and is committed to making ENEC a leading player in the global clean energy market.
Sultan Ahmed Al Suwaidi
is the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure. He is a strong advocate for renewable energy, and is working to make the UAE a leader in the clean energy transition. Sultan is a member of the UAE's Cabinet, and is responsible for the country's energy and infrastructure sectors. He is a strong supporter of renewable energy, and is committed to making the UAE a more sustainable country.
Mariam Al Muhairi
is the Director of the Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC). She is a leading expert on green building, and is working to make the UAE a global leader in sustainable construction. EmiratesGBC is a non-profit organization that promotes sustainable construction in the UAE. Mariam is a strong advocate for green building, and is committed to making the UAE a more sustainable country.