This contract type creates a sustainable impact which is what investors are after nowadays, said an executive director at Abu Dhabi’s Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an
sustainable investment
conscious investing
Measuring progress of conscious investing
What’s behind the growth in conscious investing – and how do we quantify its impact?
circular economy
The GCC’s role in climate change equation
The transition to sustainable energy has a cost attached for sure, it’s just whether that will be paid now or in decades to come, and what the final price will ultimately be
circular carbon economy
Saudi Arabia is putting its ‘money where our mouths are’ on climate funding – minister
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced two initiatives that will cost around $10.4bn over the next decade to fund the circular carbon economy and provide clean fuel to help feed 750 million people worldwide
ESG investing
Why ESG and Shariah-compliant investments will deliver above-average returns
SEDCO Capital recently launched an ESG-focused and Shariah-compliant fund in response to growing demand for ethical and sustainable investment products
carbon emissions
Why ESG investment is a priority for Saudi businesses
Given the country’s national objectives to create a greener future and promote sustainability across all sectors, ESG management provides an opportunity to ensure investment in Saudi Arabia supports and drives transformational plans
ESG investing
Etihad Airways raises $1.2bn in landmark sustainability loan
Sustainability-linked loan represents the largest sustainable financing in the Abu Dhabi-based carrier’s history
emerging technologies
How coronavirus changed the investment scene
As the pandemic altered the investment landscape and diversification has become a priority among investors, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and the increasing demand for technology are fuelling investments in the region
carbon emissions
Why we’re running out of time to stop the climate crisis
By investing in green technologies and developing new, forward-looking industries, the Gulf region can be a leader in addressing climate change
Green Economy
Key combination for corporates targeting successful sustainability breakthroughs
Through the convergence of technology, capital, and scale-up capabilities, industry incumbents can translate their sustainability visions to reality – ushering in a new chapter of green finance practicality
ESG investing
Environmentally conscious investors need to look at the company’s transition plan
A number of new metrics have emerged to measure transitional progress being made, including those by the Financial Stability Board’s Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures that were initially released in 2017 and are updated regularly
clean energy
A beginner’s guide to investing in renewables
Considering the nature of renewables is far from volatile, they make for smart investments, and benefits can be reaped for many years
ESG investing
Saudi’s PIF and London mayor pledge ESG finance action
The two nations are committed to sustainable partnership ahead of Cop26, experts said
business funding
HSBC pledges $5bn support to help UAE businesses expand globally
According to HSBC’s Navigator 2020 report, 81% of UAE companies intend to increase investment spending by the end of 2021
Emerging Markets
Building resilience: Sustainable financing in emerging markets
The next decade presents a ‘use it or lose it’ moment for emerging markets to reorient the financial sector towards building a more sustainable and resilient future
Eco-friendly
Greenwashing not an issue in Middle East ESG investment scene
Recent research from Quilter revealed investments not being what they claim to be was identified by 44 percent of investors as being their biggest worry when it came to ESG investing
Arabian Travel Market
Sustainable tourism: Is it ‘niche’ or the next big thing?
Coronavirus has created a ‘golden’ opportunity for green tourism in the region but investors, unlike Middle East policy makers, are not biting yet, panellists at Arabian Travel Market 2021 agree