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Egypt’s $570m SAF bet aims to cut 400,000 tons of emissions annually

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”A $570 million sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project in Alexandria is moving into an advanced development phase, positioning Egypt within the global effort to decarbonize aviation. Led by the Egyptian Petrochemicals Holding Company (ECHEM), the project is being developed through the Egyptian Sustainable Aviation Fuel Company (ESAF) and is designed to produce 120,000 tonnes of
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$5.2m GEF project pushes Nairobi toward low-carbon urban future

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”A $5.2 million initiative funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) has been launched to support low-carbon, climate-resilient and nature-positive urban development in Nairobi, Kenya. The project aims to demonstrate how rapidly growing cities can reduce emissions, restore ecosystems, and improve quality of life through integrated urban planning and investment. It is backed by up
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Nestlé, NTU Singapore launch research partnership on healthy longevity, women’s health

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Nestlé and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have launched a multi-year research partnership to advance the scientific understanding of how nutrition supports healthy longevity and women’s health, two of Nestlé’s key strategic growth priorities. The collaboration comes amid accelerating demographic shifts and rising demand for solutions that support healthier aging. Aging populations reshaping health
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Tax breaks, reskilling programs, public-private partnerships: how governments driving green transition

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The transition to a low-carbon, nature-positive economy is often framed around technology and emissions targets. But in practice, governments are shaping the shift through a mix of fiscal incentives, workforce policies, and cross-sector partnerships designed to put people at the center of change, according to the World Bank. As economies decarbonize and invest in adaptation,
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Tetra Pak: Dairy upgrades can cut emissions up to 49%

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Modernising existing dairy processing equipment can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40–49%, without requiring full system overhauls, according to a new study by Tetra Pak. Efficiency gains without full replacement: A new Dairy Processing Impact Assessment, independently reviewed by Carbon Trust, finds that dairy producers can achieve significant emissions reductions using solutions already available on
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Amazon’s $25bn Mississippi expansion anchored in carbon-free energy, water efficiency

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Amazon’s growing $25 billion footprint in Mississippi is being driven by sustainability efforts, including five renewable energy projects generating 616 megawatts of carbon-free power and a plan to run its Canton facility entirely on recycled wastewater for cooling by 2027. Building sustainable data center hub: Amazon’s expansion across Mississippi is positioning the state as a
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PepsiCo taps advanced recycling to turn hard-to-recycle plastics into new bottles

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”PepsiCo is advancing its packaging circularity efforts through a multi-year agreement with Eastman to source materials produced using advanced recycling technology. The partnership focuses on repurposing discarded, hard-to-recycle polyester plastic waste — including materials such as old clothing, carpet fibers, and certain plastic bottles and films — into high-quality, food-grade packaging, reducing reliance on virgin
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ICAO tightens CO2 aircraft emissions standard by 10%, sets 2031 and 2035 compliance deadlines

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council has made its CO2 emissions standard 10% more stringent, with the updated requirement applicable to new aircraft type designs from 2031. In addition, ICAO adopted a second, more stringent CO2 emissions standard that will apply to new deliveries of in-production aircraft types from 2035. Broader environmental updates for
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EBRD provides $20m loan to Futurefert expansion in Egypt, set to create 300 direct jobs

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is strengthening Egypt’s industrial sector by lending $20 million (€17.5 million) to Futurefert to support its capital expenditure program. The project is expected to create approximately 300 direct job opportunities, contributing to local employment and industrial development. Three interconnected plants planned for export markets: The EBRD financing
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Foodics bets on Egypt’s youth as next wave of tech-driven business growth

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Foodics, a leading provider of restaurant management and financial technology solutions in the MENA region, participated in the 9th edition of Egypt Career Summit 2026, one of the country’s most prominent platforms for youth career development. As part of its participation, the company hosted a specialized workshop that focused on real-world business practices and skills
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LEGO Foundation commits $4.9m to UNICEF-led RITEC initiative shaping child-safe gaming

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The LEGO Foundation is committing $4.9 million to support a new three-year phase of the Responsible Innovation in Technology for Children (RITEC) initiative, led by UNICEF and focused on embedding children’s well-being into digital game development. Driving child-centered design across the gaming industry: The LEGO Group has welcomed the launch of the initiative’s next phase,
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Vodafone turns 1 million old phones into £1 million for wildlife conservation

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Vodafone and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) have reached their target of collecting one million unused phones, marking a major milestone in their joint push to accelerate the circular economy and reduce electronic waste. The “One Million Phones for the Planet” campaign has generated £1 million in funding for WWF conservation initiatives, with Vodafone donating £1
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Radisson targets 100 net zero hotels as 20% of guests book for sustainability

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Radisson Hotel Group is making significant strides in its Verified Net Zero Hotels (VNZ) initiative, with over 70% guest awareness of sustainability practices. Transitioning from a successful pilot phase to a comprehensive global rollout, the group aims to establish 100 verified net zero properties by 2030. This bold expansion was announced at the International Hospitality
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Nestlé, UNU launch global Food Academy to train next-gen talent in sustainable food systems

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Nestlé and United Nations University have partnered to launch the World Food Academy for Sustainable Food Systems, targeting university students and early-career professionals in food and nutrition, with a focus on the Global South. The initiative is designed as a multi-partner platform to strengthen education, career development, and knowledge exchange across food systems research and
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Three European institutions bringing modern sanitation to 80% of rural Fayoum

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”A major infrastructure push is underway in Fayoum. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, backed by the European Union and the European Investment Bank, is expanding water and sanitation networks across rural communities, with a target to connect more than 80% of the region to modern wastewater systems. By 2026, an additional 44 villages
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PepsiCo hits 100% water replenishment, restores 725m liters in Egypt

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”PepsiCo has reached 100% water replenishment across all high water-risk operations globally, with more than 725 million liters restored in Egypt through projects in the Nile River watershed — a milestone the company is marking ahead of World Water Day. The achievement closes out two of PepsiCo’s 2025 pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) goals: replenishing all water
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Majid Al Futtaim’s Ramadan push: 1,600 boxes, 750 meals, 200 kits

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Majid Al Futtaim rolled out three initiatives across its malls in Egypt this Ramadan — delivering 1,600 Ramadan boxes, 750 hot meals, and more than 200 Eid clothing kits to staff and vulnerable families. Three initiatives, one coordinated effort: The first initiative, “We’ve Got Your Back,” focused on internal support, distributing 1,600 Ramadan boxes to
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With 50 wells and a 50-year vision, ABC and Al Orman are bringing water resilience to Egypt’s desert communities

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Most companies talk water sustainability. ABC is building it — well by well. In partnership with Al Orman Association, the company is bringing 50 rainwater harvesting wells to Marsa Matrouh, delivering clean water infrastructure designed to last 50 years in communities that have long lacked a reliable source. The project, announced on World Water Day,
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Africa’s first Climate-Health Desk connects climate data to health response

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The African Center of Meteorological Applications for Development (ACMAD), in partnership with the World Health Organization–World Meteorological Organization Climate and Health Joint Program, has established Africa’s first Climate-Health Desk to help countries transform climate and weather data into actionable health protection. The desk, based in Niamey, Niger, is the first regional unit of its kind
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FedEx debuts reusable boxes to advance circular logistics

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”FedEx has introduced a reusable packaging system for business-to-business (B2B) shippers, developed in collaboration with Returnity, a reusable packaging provider specializing in circular logistics. The new solution features a FedEx-specific reusable box design that enables B2B customers to transition from traditional corrugated packaging to reusable containers within their supply chains without incurring the handling fees
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Egypt’s Mashat named among Top 30 Global Women driving economic, climate impact

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Egypt’s former minister of planning, economic development and international cooperation Rania Mashat has been named among the Top 30 Global Women featured in the Fall 2025 edition of the Rising Women series. Dr. Mashat brings over two decades of expertise in central banking, international cooperation, sustainable development, and climate finance. A strong advocate of partnerships
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H&M Group, EY push new financing framework to speed fashion decarbonisation

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”H&M Group and Ernst & Young have released a new industry white paper calling for scaled financing frameworks to accelerate decarbonisation across fashion supply chains, arguing that climate investment is essential to safeguarding long-term corporate value and strengthening industry resilience. Developed with insights from HSBC and the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii), the paper highlights the
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LEGO ups sustainability investment 20% as recycled, renewable materials hit 52%

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The LEGO Group increased sustainability investments by 20% in 2025 as the share of renewable and recycled materials used in LEGO bricks rose to 52%, up from 33% in 2024. Overall sustainability spending in 2025 was more than three times the level recorded in 2022, supporting the company’s efforts to move toward producing LEGO bricks
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Talabat Egypt, Sonaa El Khair serve 500 daily through Ramadan iftar Initiative

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Talabat Egypt has partnered with Sonaa El Khair Foundation for Development to launch a Ramadan Ma’edat Rahman in Gharbeya Governorate, providing daily Iftar meals to families in need as part of efforts to support vulnerable communities during the holy month. The initiative provides meals to around 500 individuals per day throughout Ramadan, contributing to enhanced
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€2.4M EU catalyst unlocks EGP 360m for local development across 4 Egyptian governorates

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”A €2.4 million catalytic contribution from the European Union has helped unlock more than EGP 360 million (approximately $7.3 million) in public investments supporting integrated local development across Fayoum, Beni Suef, Luxor, and Aswan. The announcement came during the launch of the Integrated Local Development Strategies 2030 and Development Vision 2040, presented with support from
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Fawry, Erada Finance launch digital SME financing to boost financial inclusion

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Fawry announced the activation of its official partnership with Erada Finance in a strategic move aimed at redefining the financing experience in Egypt and expanding financial inclusion. The initiative enables beneficiaries to receive their financing through Fawry’s nationwide branch network, aligning with the government’s direction and Egypt Vision 2030 to accelerate digital transformation and achieve
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Companies pledge $50 million through 2030 to tackle superpollutants

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Leading global companies are committing $50 million through 2030 to fund projects aimed at eliminating superpollutants—high-impact greenhouse gases like methane, fluorinated gases, and other non-CO2 emissions—that have been responsible for nearly half of planetary warming. The pledge, coordinated through the newly formed Superpollutant Action Initiative, signals a major corporate push to tackle near-term climate risks.
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$10,000 up for grabs: Mastercard Small Business Fund targets Canadian women entrepreneurs

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Mastercard has officially opened applications for the 2026 Mastercard Small Business Fund, giving women small business owners in Canada the chance to win one of ten $10,000 CAD grants. Along with funding, recipients will gain tailored mentorship, digital growth resources, and a Priceless Experience in Toronto. Women entrepreneurs drive innovation but face funding hurdles: Statistics
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Tetra Pak’s recycling drive in Egypt wins Athar Award

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Tetra Pak Egypt has received the Athar Award for Circular Economy & Recycling, one of Egypt’s prominent recognitions for sustainability and social impact. Organized by CSR Egypt and now in its second edition, the Athar Awards recognize organizations and partnerships that create a tangible impact on society and the environment in support of Egypt Vision
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Athar Award 2026 crowns Egypt’s top civil work, launches data observatory

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The Athar Award 2026 has firmly established itself as Egypt’s benchmark for civil development impact, celebrating organizations that are turning programs into measurable change on the ground. The event also unveiled the Civil Work Data Observatory, a cutting-edge platform designed to provide policymakers, private sector leaders, and civil society organizations with real-time, data-driven insights to
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Egypt’s $1 bn World Bank housing program backs 693,000 families, fuels 4 million jobs, delivers 40,000 green homes

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”A $1 billion program launched by the World Bank in Egypt has enabled more than 693,000 low-income households to access formal, affordable housing, supported an estimated 4 million jobs in construction, and delivered over 40,000 green-certified homes toward a 55,000-unit sustainability target. What began as a response to a deepening housing shortage has evolved into
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Schneider Electric surpasses climate target, enables 862 MtCO₂ in customer emissions savings

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Schneider Electric enabled customers to save and avoid 862 million tons of CO₂ emissions by the end of 2025, outperforming its original 800 MtCO₂ ambition and reinforcing sustainability as a core growth and performance driver. The milestone headlines the company’s 2025 extra-financial results, marking the conclusion of its Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program. Over
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CASIO Music drives social impact in Egypt with strategic keyboard donations

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”CASIO Music Middle East & Africa (CMEA) has launched a targeted corporate social responsibility initiative in Egypt, donating CT-S200 digital keyboards to Ahl Masr Foundation and Misr Al-Kheir Foundation as part of its broader strategy to advance community development through music. The move reinforces the company’s regional commitment to positioning music not only as an
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