Get All Access for $5/mo

Nominations Now Open For This Year's Sustainability Innovation Awards Happening On August 30, 2024 In Dubai The Sustainability Innovation Awards in the Middle East serve as powerful catalysts for recognizing and promoting innovative initiatives that contribute to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic development in the region.

You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media.

BNC Publishing

The Middle East faces both challenges and opportunities in its pursuit of sustainability. As major producers of oil and gas, GCC countries have historically relied on fossil fuels for economic growth, posing environmental concerns such as air pollution and carbon emissions. However, there's a growing recognition among GCC nations of the need to diversify their economies, and embrace sustainable development practices to ensure long-term prosperity and resilience.

The Sustainability Innovation Awards in the Middle East serve as powerful catalysts for recognizing and promoting innovative initiatives that contribute to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic development in the region. These awards showcase exemplary projects and practices that demonstrate a commitment to sustainability across various sectors, including energy, water management, construction, and community engagement. Organizations, businesses, and individuals are honored for their contributions towards building a more sustainable future for the Middle East.

Staged by BNC Publishing, the media house behind Entrepreneur Middle East, the Sustainability Innovation Awards will take place this year on August 30, 2024 at the Hilton Al Habtoor City in Dubai, and nominations are now being welcomed on the event's official website. Individuals and institutions wishing to be recognized for their efforts in the sustainability domain are invited to be part of this annual event that is now in its third edition, and supported by Gold Sponsors Hansgrohe and Numai Real Estate and Silver Sponsor AECOM.

To submit nominations or learn more about the Sustainability Innovation Awards 2024, please visit the official website by clicking here.

Related: The Recap: Sustainability Innovation Awards 2023

Leadership

The Formula For Success: The Portrait Of A (Truly) Great Founder In The MENAPT Region

While there is no single formula for founder greatness, certain patterns have emerged from Nuwa Capital's analysis of some of the most successful founders in the region.

Starting a Business

This Ex-CIA Officer's Near-Death Experience Inspired Her to Start a Business That's Earning Over 8 Figures a Year: 'I Have a Higher Risk Tolerance Than Most'

Emily Hikade, founder and CEO of luxury sleepwear and home company Petite Plume, had an unconventional path to entrepreneurship.

Side Hustle

When His Wife Got Pregnant, He Started a Crafty Side Hustle. 18 Months Later He Hit a Million In Sales: 'I Could Make One for Like $1.50... They Became a Really Hot Item'

A former art student with a "punk rock, do it yourself" ethos never imagined how big his creative little business would become.

Finance

Sustainable Finance: Here's How Startups Can Excel In The Emerging Green Economy Of The UAE And The GCC Region

We are witnessing a growing number of innovative startups in the sustainability ambit seeking funding to sustain their strategy and growth.

Growth Strategies

Breaking Patterns: The Problem With Unconscious Bias In The Middle East's Workplaces (And How To Manage It)

In the Middle East, unconscious assumptions and biases have developed through centuries-old traditions built principally on faith and laws, and their impact on society and family life.

Leadership

Architect Of Ambition: Muhammad BinGhatti, Chairman of Binghatti Holding

Muhammad BinGhatti, Chairman of Binghatti Holding, has reshaped the UAE's real estate landscape by merging architectural innovation with luxury, and has forged partnerships with iconic global brands like Bugatti and Mercedes-Benz while leading a portfolio valued at AED40 billion.