The UAE and sovereign wealth funds for green tech 2025 – get the report

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The UAE is positioning itself as the Middle East’s green finance hub — mobilizing billions in sustainable bonds, ESG funds, and innovation capital to support its Net Zero 2050 vision. Green Prophet’s UAE Green Finance 2025 Report explores how banks, investors, and policymakers are shaping the next cleantech frontier, from Masdar City to Abu Dhabi’s sovereign initiatives.

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Why New York Climate Week Isn’t Boring — and 5 Fun Things You Can Do to Make It Yours

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Climate Week isn’t just for CEOs and policymakers. It’s a chance for anyone to plug in, whether you’re attending an official showcase or just biking to work with a few friends. Fun and climate action aren’t opposites — they feed each other. And when you connect with community, food, music, or nature, you realize: this is what the future can look like.

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Emirates Turns Retired Aircraft into Luxury Bags

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Emirates, the UAE airline, is giving aviation waste a second life—and a stylish one at that. Following the rapid sellout of its 2023 launch, the Dubai-based airline has unveiled a second limited-edition collection of handmade bags crafted from retired aircraft interiors. The Aircrafted by Emirates 2025 Collection includes 167 collector pieces now available for purchase […]

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5 Brilliant eco-architect alternatives to Foster + Partners

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In the world of architecture and design, there’s a growing movement towards exploring new, uncharted territories. While renowned firms like Foster + Partners and Zaha Hadid have undeniably shaped the skyline of modern architecture, there’s a wealth of untapped potential in emerging voices that can offer bold, innovative, and sustainable alternatives. These next five studios are pushing the boundaries of creativity, blending technology with art, and designing spaces that respond to the future needs of communities and the planet. Let’s take a closer look at these pioneers who are crafting tomorrow’s architectural landscape today.

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Steven Bethell Joins Board of SMART at Historic Conference in Dubai, highlighting the importance of textile reuse and responsible recycling

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SMART is a leading trade association representing the interests of the for-profit used clothing, wiping materials, and fiber recycling industries. The organization works to promote the environmental, economic, and social benefits of textile reuse and recycling while setting high industry standards.

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City garden project pays you to compost and earn coupons for food

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Tel Chubez is an urban agricultural farm located in the Shapira operating on principles of a circular economy. This vacant city land was transformed three years ago into a farm, providing residents with a green, productive space within the City, increasing wellness and access to fresh and healthy food while strengthening community resilience and increasing biodiversity.

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