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With a goal to fully decarbonize the last-mile industry, the startup aims to introduce 50,000 electric delivery vehicles in the UAE by 2025.

The new funds are expected to be allocated towards two main areas: its newly launched fintech vertical that targets restaurants, and its short-term goal to achieve a gross merchandise value of US$1 billion by 2024.

The Sustainability Innovation Awards aim to celebrate the groundbreaking achievements of companies who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to sustainability in a variety of industries.

Over 180 applications from across the MENA region were sent in for the 2023 edition of this program, of which six startups were selected to participate in it.

The Sustainability Hackathon by Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) presented more than 300 ideas to combat food waste in a sustainable fashion by 150 young participants.

Launched in 2020, Maeya's clothing line-up includes leggings, sport tanks, fitness shorts, t-shirts and loungewear designed for women, irrespective of their age or size.

The Radisson family of brands can be found around the world in more than 120 countries, with currently over 1,700 hotels in operation and under development.

The Future Pioneers Awards aim to showcase sustainability ideas that can have positive impacts on communities.

Here's how to create a sustainable future for your business.

The private sector is instrumental in tackling issues related to food insecurity and sustainable agriculture, but is there a way we can laser focus our efforts in one direction?

In the long run, Elkharashi hopes that her concept and final product can motivate residents to have designated bins to dispose of their daily share of egg crates.

PepsiCo's Greenhouse Accelerator Program: MENA Sustainability Edition will be accepting applications from startups with innovations capable of advancing sustainable practices in agriculture across the MENA region until April 10, 2023.

It's the talent of tomorrow who will lead. Two-thirds of the Gen Z population have already started or are planning to start their own business.

With over 80% of investors now prioritizing sustainability, significant progress being made in the development of energy-efficient buildings, sustainable urban planning, and renewable energy projects, investors can profit from these investments over the long term.

FortyGuard actually started out as a materials science company in 2020, before becoming a data company.

AirCarbon Exchange brings a traditional commodities-based architecture to the voluntary carbon market underpinned by a custom built and proprietary digital architecture.

As per PwC's State of Climate Tech 2022, over US$260 billion in VC money has been injected into climate tech companies since the start of 2018, and in 2022, more than a quarter of total global VC funding went towards climate technology.

Green Future Project provides a platform for individuals and businesses who want to gain access to effective climate solutions, and empower them to have an active role in reversing climate change.

Applications for the program began on February 1, 2023, and will remain open until March 1, 2023.

By supporting and investing in MSMEs, many of whom already prioritize advancing global frameworks like the SDGs, public and private sectors are investing in a more sustainable future for the world.

The vibrant local economic ecosystem across the region is bursting with ambition and energy in innovation and entrepreneurship across many different sectors, and this is leading to an upbeat outlook about the future from business leaders.