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Forbes Middle East has unveiled its second annual list of the region's top sustainability leaders, recognizing individuals whose initiatives and innovations hold the promise of a better future. The list includes 107 leaders from 12 corporate sectors and 105 companies, with the UAE dominating the rankings with 54 entries. Saudi Arabia follows with 20 entries, while Egypt, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman come next with 10, 8, 5, and 3 entries, respectively. The Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders 2024 list underscores the increasing financial commitment to sustainability initiatives in the region, highlighting a growing focus on environmentally responsible business practices. The UAE hosted the COP28 Summit last year at Expo City Dubai, drawing thousands of participants. The event achieved a major milestone on its first day, as countries agreed to operationalize the Loss and Damage Fund to address climate-related consequences. Emirates NBD has been a trailblazer in this space, facili...

  The Digital School, launched by UAE Prime Minister HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid in November 2020, has collected over 32,000 electronic devices to support underprivileged students’ digital education journey. The  initiative  targets less privileged societies, refugees, and displaced persons using modern educational materials and curricula. With over 160,000 beneficiaries and services in at least 13 countries, the Digital School has trained over 2,500 digital teachers and provides educational and training content in Arabic, English, French, and Spanish. The devices collected include 36% computers, tablets, smartphones, 30% other electronic devices, and 34% accessories. The devices are set to be refurbished or recycled in an  environmentally  safe manner. The campaign represents a significant partnership for education and sustainability, serving as a global model for effectively addressing pressing challenges in the field of digital education. The success of the...