BGREEN UAE EXCLUSIVE 21 - Volume 2 by BGreen

A Supplement to Bgreen

2014 Edition

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For a more colourful world, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re taking steps to be a little greener

At Jotun we constantly innovate protection. As we take continuous steps to better protect your property, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also taking even greater steps to better protect our environment. We call it Jotun GreenSteps - steps that make a significant difference to the world we all share. Steps like waste and hazardous material reduction, product innovations that reduce energy usage, new processes that lower our carbon footprint and creating more products with lower volatile organic compound emissions. For more on Jotun GreenSteps, simply visit jotun.com, and learn about our journey towards a greener, more colourful world.

Foreword

The second volume of the BGreen UAE Exclusive 21 follows an exciting year in the UAE where sustainability became a foundation for operations at thousands more businesses. Recognition that sustainable business practice can also mean a more economically viable business has taken a few years. Leaders across the construction industry now accept that green building is the future. That is because buyers expect their new property – whether it’s a two-bedroom villa or a high-rise office

By Gary Wright Senior Editor, BGreen Magazine

block – to be built using sustainable products and equally, shareholders expect their companies to build with the full awareness of green construction methods. To paraphrase Ben Churchill the managing director of one of the UAE’s biggest facilities management companies: “It’s not about saving polar bears… it’s about saving money.” Fortunately, constructing and running new buildings in a sustainable way does reduce emissions and improve our environment. So, thank you for taking a look at the BGreen UAE Exclusive 21 book for 2014, which focuses on the leading sustainable companies operating in the country today. Each entrant has made a dramatic contribution to sustainability in the region and I hope you will enjoy finding out more about each company and additionally you may find some practices that you can adapt and adopt into your own business. Enjoy the book.

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Foreword

Contents

sponsor’s announcement

Emirates Steel

10-15

Jotun

16-25

Masdar

26-29

Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry

30-37

BASF

38-43

ALUMIL

44-49

DUBAi ALUMINIUM

50-55

Green Energy Solutions

56-59

Enviroserve

60-65

Landis+Gyr

66-71

Schneider ELECTRIC

72-77

ECo CLEAN

78-81

OKI

82-87

RW Armstrong

88-93

Belimo

94-99

Dolphin Energy

100-105

MiccGreen Tec

106-109

Siemens

110-115

Cemex

116-121

SAP

122-127

Bee’ah

128-133

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Jotun taking big steps towards sustainability The world today continues to call on all countries to create a unified effort in preserving the environment and all of its natural resources—a global move that not only reflects the priority that we have placed in achieving total sustainability but also shows our genuine concern for future generations. In line with this, Jotun Paints, one of the world’s leading producers and distributors of paints and powder coatings, has remained steadfast in its commitment to play its part in the campaign to save mother earth by developing and releasing products that are aimed at protecting the environment while also helping achieve total sustainable development. To help reinforce its stance, the company has introduced an initiative called ‘Jotun GreenSteps,’ which is a key component of its sustainability strategy to consolidate the company’s commitment in following the highest degree of ethical business practices to protect the environment. The programme covers five basic points; •

Drive in a reduction in energy consumption

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Drive in a reduction of carbon footprint

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Drive in a reduction of waste

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Drive in a reduction of solvent or Volatile Organic Compound (VOC)

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Drive in a reduction of hazardous materials

The initiative reflects Jotun’s call for a more structured approach in the reduction of waste, chemicals and other harmful elements that threaten the environment. Sustainability, as seen by Jotun, is a key responsibility not only for the company but also for its customers. ‘Jotun GreenSteps’ positions itself at the core of the company’s commitment towards the environment. The initiative serves as a strategic platform to consolidate the company’s environmental performance while at the same time, defines the essential framework needed to send out the message that Jotun is an environmentally responsible company. All in all, Jotun’s active role in the move to achieve total sustainability further strengthens its promise of protecting your property for a brighter, colourful world.

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Steel giant’s carbon capture scheme focuses world attention on UAE

he biggest steel company in the United Arab Emirates is at the centre of a revolutionary new scheme that will dramatically cut its carbon footprint and help reduce its gas emissions. In what is being seen as an example to the energy industry across the world, Emirates Steel plans to capture CO2 gas from the production process that is then piped to oil fields across Abu Dhabi to be used in oil recovery. Waste CO2 is used in place of hydrocarbon gases which have commonly been used until now to extract oil from established fields. The new carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS) scheme was revealed in November last year when Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Masdar set up a joint venture company to develop commercial-scale projects. Within two years it will build a $123

million CO2 compression facility and a 50km pipeline, to pump the gas from Emirates Steel’s production plant to ADNOC’s oilfields. Once it is operational in 2016, the CCUS scheme will use up to 800,000 tonnes of CO2 each year from Emirates Steel, which will no longer be emitted into the atmosphere. “By capturing and eventually storing our CO2 stream, Emirates Steel sets an example of supporting Abu Dhabi’s sustainability objectives through operating environmental friendly heavy industries within the emirate of Abu Dhabi,” said HE Saeed G Al Romaithi, CEO of Emirates Steel. “CCUS presents a viable technology for energyintensive industries to lower their carbon footprint,” he added. Environmentally aware The CCUS scheme is the latest

sustainable initiative by the steel giant where protection of the environment is a key priority. The Abu Dhabi-based steelmaker believes that sustained development is possible only by minimising negative impact on the environment. Emirates Steel has firm parameters around which it operates. Those parameters aim at conducting business in a socially and environmentally responsible manner, using best available techniques, preventing environmental pollution, having an environmentally-friendly approach at all times and reducing the generation and accumulation of waste products. Its comprehensive Environmental Monitoring Plan, which was introduced in June 2009, was designed to fulfil the requirements of Abu Dhabi’s Environmental

Agency. It monitors effluent, WTP sludge, stack emissions, ambient air quality, groundwater, ambient marine water, sediment, and noise emissions. An independent laboratory carries out measurements and monitoring. Emirates Steel conducts regular stack monitoring for SOx, NOx, CO and PM to meet the requirements as set out by the Environment Agency of Abu Dhabi. Meanwhile, the company has installed state of the art technologies such as low NOx burners and dry de-dusting units across its operations to minimise emissions. This has helped the company to achieve regulatory compliance consistently according to the monitored parameters. Green belt The process of non-contact cooling in the steel making process uses both seawater and fresh water and all water is monitored and treated before discharge. Emirates Steel also runs a Green Belt Project, a tree-planting programme around the perimeter of operations. In one area 150 palm trees have been planted together with more than 2,000 Conocarpus Erectus trees as well as grass and ground cover amounting to 15,000m2. All the planting is irrigated by the treated wastewater that previously would have been discharged back into the sea. It is also planting 3,500 trees around the boundary fence and stockyard, which as well as helping the environment, help reduce dust emissions. The long-term plans of Emirates Steel from an environmental perspective will see continued perusal of the work already done. It helps the company to rank among the best GCC companies in terms of environmental protection, which strengthens its competitive advantage and contributes to its own sustainable development. History Emirates Steel is the only integrated steel plant in the UAE, utilising the latest technology to produce high quality rebar, wire rod and heavy sections. Established in 1998, Emirates Steel has grown quickly from

re-rolling imported steel billets to a complex integrated manufacturing plant. In 2012, the company achieved a capacity of 3.5 million tonnes, following two expansions and an investment of $3 billion. One of the core objectives at the heart of Emirates Steel today is its desire to meet market demand by producing steel in a safe and sustainable way. A sustainable development priority is to provide the training and equipment to ensure employee safety and to promote environment and resource conservation.

“By capturing and storing our CO2 stream, Emirates Steel sets an example of supporting Abu Dhabi’s sustainability objectives through operating environmental friendly heavy industries within the emirate of Abu Dhabi,” HE Saeed G Al Romaithi CEO of Emirates Steel

For more information EMIRATES STEEL PO Box 9022, Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD) Musaffah, Abu Dhabi, UAE T +971 2 5511187 F +971 2 5072650 www.emiratessteel.com

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The company’s concept of loyalty involves the promotion of being trustworthy and reliable

otun was founded in 1926 by Odd Gleditsch, who had his humble beginnings as a paint distributor until shifting to manufacturing the paint himself. Successfully evolving over the years, Jotun was able to open its Libya production facility in 1962, which is the company’s first factory outside of Norway. A decade later, Jotun merged between the four largest coating producers in Norway. In 1975, the company set out to establish its presence in the Middle East region, via a manufacturing facility in Dubai, UAE. A year later, the company launched its first multicolour tinting machines. Jotun’s mission strongly focuses on growth and profitability by exceeding customer expectation. However, the company is now shifting towards innovation by creating organic growth in existing and new markets, high quality products and to

be among the three largest players in selected markets. Jotun has been well positioned as the top paint company in the Middle East and the ninth top paint company in the world. The company has maintained a 40 year presence across the Middle East region. Jotun’s strong leadership across the region is backed by strategic distributorship partnerships, a diverse portfolio of products to cater to demands from various industry verticals and a valuable workforce of over 2,200 employees spread across the region. Aside from its Dubai facility, which opened in 1975, the company has put up other manufacturing facilities in the Middle East like; • Saudi Arabia (Established 1984) • Oman (Established 1985) • Egypt (Established 1986) Jotun’s continued success is

guided by four core values that the company has imparted onto its employees and partners. These virtues include; Loyalty The company’s concept of loyalty involves the promotion of being trustworthy and reliable, which has become the very foundation on which Jotun has maintained its long term relationships with partners, customers and colleagues. Jotun remains steadfast in its commitment towards its own values, strategies, policies and decisions. Examples of the success of this value within the company are the presence of employees and customers who have remained with Jotun for a long time. Also, there are currently more than 2,000 shops in the Middle East that exclusively

carries only Jotun products— proving that ‘Jotun dealers stay, they never leave.’ Care and respect Jotun promotes the value of compassion, particularly in providing help and assistance to those who are in need. The company is enjoined to display trust, empathy and to appraise and judge individuals or situations fairly and with no prejudice. The move towards being compassionate for others also includes efforts to protect both internal and external environments. Meanwhile, respect is one value that further resonate Jotun’s strength as a highly reputable company. The practice of being honest and fair is combined with understanding and respecting individual differences— culture, beliefs, religion, etc. This value promotes the ideals of being model citizens of the world, where employees are urged to follow laws and regulations of the host country and to treat others the way they expect to be treated. An example of the practice of these core values can be seen in the company’s push towards Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives like tree planting, holding fun filled activities at schools for children with special needs and donating time and money to worthwhile initiatives and charities.

Boldness Lastly, Jotun observes the value of boldness; to initiate and nurture change by creatively coming up with initiatives, ideas and suggestions that can create the future for both Jotun and the community. This value asks Jotun employees to be proactive and communicate openly, with pure honesty and integrity. The company’s observance of boldness has led it to transform itself from a small company in Norway to what the company is today—the world’s leading manufacturer of paints, coatings and powder coatings. Products and services As earlier pointed out, Jotun is seen as an industry leader for the following solutions: Marine coating To date, over 15,000 vessels from around the world are protected by Jotun Marine Coating products. These coatings effectively prevent these ships, vessels and hulls from corrosion and fouling. Marine coating products are a result of painstaking efforts made by the company’s Research and Development Teams. Powder coating Jotun’s powder coatings range spans four industry segments; architectural, functional, industrial and colour and texture. These

powder coating products integrate Jotun’s commitment to provide the customer with world class durable products with the latest in coating technologies. Protective coating Jotun leads the market in the development and supply of high performance coatings, which offers key advantages and benefits like corrosion protection, passive fire protection of steel, concrete protection and decoration. Products under this range are used across various businesses like; • Energy • HPI (Hydrocarbon Processing Industry) • Infrastructure (Airports, Buildings, Bridges) • Offshore • Storage Tanks Decorative Jotun understands that successful and continuous innovation is the key to growth. For Jotun, innovation means new and improved products, solutions and concepts that provide exceptional value and inspiration for their customers. With the launch of Lady Design Jotun revolutionises the wall design paints segment with products and colour collections that empower customers to bring their own unique personality to life on their walls. The six Lady Design

Collections offer six distinctive worlds of style, colour, texture and inspiration, ensuring a look for every personality. The urban, art-inspired look of the Galleria Collection is authentic and dynamic. The rustic, nature-inspired look of the Natural Collection is as fresh as if the sun is shining inside the house. The rich, Arabic vintage inspired look of the Elegance Collection is sophisticated and brings a touch heritage at the same time. The calming, seaside-inspired look of the Oceanic Collection brings in serenity and tranquillity. The cutting-edge, bold textures and colours of the Modern Collection is a daring statement to flaunt a status quo; while the timeless, ancient stone-inspired look of the Historic Collection celebrates cultures and glory. Jotun offers a decorative range of products that are present in 35 countries across the globe. These world class fully efficient and highly durable paints have been used across world renowned facilities and structures like the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai International Airport, the Burj Al Arab and the Dubai Metro, to name a few. Sustainability strategy As part of its continuing commitment to play a significant role in the move to save the environment, Jotun

has launched an initiative called ‘Jotun GreenSteps,’ which is a key component of its sustainability strategy to consolidate the company’s commitment in following the highest degree of ethical business practices to protect the environment. ‘GreenSteps’ covers five focal goals that ultimately work towards making a significant difference to the world we all share. These goals are; • Reduction in energy consumption • Reduction of carbon footprint. • Reduction of waste • Reduction of solvent or VOCs • Reduction of hazardous materials Jotun’s greatest contribution to the environment and society is its premium coatings system’s feature of protecting property against decay and corrosion. The company has aided the campaign to save the environment for decades by offering high-quality products and solutions. Recognised as industry leaders in the region, Jotun has remained true to its commitment by enforcing manufacturing procedures that focus on solid waste and energy reduction, recycling and the implementation of the ISO 14001 and OHSAS certification in all of its factories globally. Lastly, Jotun’s global R&D team is constantly developing and innovating advanced coatings to help reduce harmful emissions.

Additional sustainability Jotun is recognised as one of the founding members of the Emirates Green Building Council, a group formed to help advance green building principles for protecting the environment and ensuring sustainability in the UAE. Over the last few years, the company has made significant strides in the move to comply with standards and regulation by reducing chemicals in paint such as Organic Pigment, Alkylphenol Ethoxylates (APEO) and Formaldehyde. Jotun’s global Research and Development (R&D) teams have always been on the move — working to develop solutions that can be highly beneficial and advantageous to the user and the environment. These efforts have resulted in the creation of highly eco-friendly products like the Jotashield range of paints, Fenomastic Stain Resistant and Fenomastic Hygiene. The Jotashield range of paints is now presented in a newly-designed can — offering end-users protection against harsh environment conditions in the region, concrete protection, longer lasting colours and reduced maintenance. Jotashield is certified by industry renowned third party certification authorities as an anticarbonation coating and has been widely used across key iconic structures within the Middle East and South East Asia. The range also

offers a solution towards reducing temperature and energy consumption with its innovative Jotashield Extreme. Meanwhile, Fenomastic Stain Resistant is a premium interior wall paint that is being positioned to be the best in its class. The new product allows users to remove difficult stains, which includes fingerprints and shoe marks, without affecting the paint and making it still look like new. Meanwhile, Fenomastic Hygiene is a superior quality paint that offers resistance against bacteria and fungi growing on highly humid and wet areas like kitchens, bathrooms, hospitals, etc. These products reflect the company’s belief that innovation is not only the core target of its business model but also the primary track that drives to meet the demands of Jotun customers.

For more information Jotun U.A.E. Ltd. (L.L.C.) P.O.Box 3671 Dubai Telephone: +971 4 339 5000 Fax: +971 4 338 0666 Email: csd@jotundxb.ae Website: www.jotun.com/me

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MASDAR A

Masdar offers a new future for business in the 21st century

bu Dhabi’s Masdar City offers companies many possibilities in what is designed to be one of the most sustainable cities in the world. Conveniently located within minutes of Abu Dhabi International Airport and 17 kilometres from downtown, Masdar City is a business cluster attractive to businesses, investors and entrepreneurs committed to advancing the new energy and clean technology industries. Employees of companies who base their Middle East operations here will find themselves in a pedestrian-friendly environment where buildings combine ancient Arabian architectural elements with modern design to provide an inspirational environment in which to work, live and play. Companies basing themselves in Masdar City will benefit from its status as an Economic Free Zone. The

recently opened “One Stop Shop” will help businesses with the steps necessary in establishing themselves in Masdar City including company registration, visa processing and office leasing. Additional benefits include 100 percent foreign ownership with no restrictions on capital flows, a strong intellectual property protection framework and zero taxes and tariffs. Masdar’s Free Zone status, together with its unique atmosphere as a hub of technology and innovation, has already attracted some of the world’s leading companies. Siemens will open its Middle East Headquarters in a new LEED Platinum building in January 2014. The recently opened Incubator Building, designed by leading global architects Foster + Partners, will soon be home to over 60 companies, including General Electric’s Ecomagination centre. Masdar Institute, where over 400 students from 42 countries conduct

For more information Masdar City P O Box 54115 Abu Dhabi, UAE Telephone: +971 2 653 3333 Email: joinus@masdarcity.ae Website: www.masdarcity.ae

research in advanced sciences and technologies, will double in size this year with the opening of new facilities and research centres. Together the Institute’s expansion and new businesses further enhance the City’s vitality and reputation as one of the most welcoming hubs for new and sustainable technologies in the Middle East. The commitment to new technologies is reflected in its buildings, designed to use 40 percent less water and energy than conventional buildings when measured against international standards. The result is not only a more sustainable and comfortable work environment, but a competitive place to conduct business at a cost on par with offices throughout the UAE. Visit Masdar City and see what the city of possibilities offers your company’s Middle East presence.

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Behind the scenes of one of the greenest buildings in the Arab world

Green team discovered how LEED is being upgraded in the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 18-storey glass facade building, the first and only LEED Existing Building in our region, constructed in 1995 on the beautiful waters of Dubai Creek. Sustainable sites As an advocate of green living, Dubai Chamber is making a significant effort to ensure its land use minimises any negative impacts on the environment, as much as humanly possible. To this effect, the Chamber has created special parking areas for bicycles and low fuel consuming vehicles. Most parking spaces are covered to reduce the heat island effect and the white tiles of the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highly reflective exterior also succeed in minimising this effect. Arid vegetation is preferred to minimise water consumption and drip irrigation is used across the site too.

Water efficiency From 1998 to 2012, Dubai Chamber has reduced its potable water use per building occupant by a staggering 94%, saving just over AED 3 million. Most of the savings were made by applying no or low cost changes, such as installing aerators on taps and bricks in toilet cisterns and utilising condensate water from the AC system. More recently, the Chamber started using recycled irrigation water for flushing toilets and upgraded them to low flush models. Energy and atmosphere During the same period, Dubai Chamber reduced its electricity use per building occupant by 57%, saving an impressive AED 15 million. It has an Energy Star rating of 91, meaning its head office is more energy efficient than 91% of equivalent buildings in the US. In the past few years the Chamber has replaced its chiller from the original

eight units (of which it had already permanently shut down five) to three and a half, meaning it can now run its building on only half a chiller, which has increased efficiency by a further 25%. Recent upgrades have also been made to lighting by replacing 200 watt bulbs with energy efficient LEDs that consume only 20 watts, leading to a 90% reduction in direct energy use. Also, most of the building now operates with light or motion sensors linked to the building management system, which has helped lessen power consumption considerably. Materials and resources Dubai Chamber has been working on reducing the environmental impact of materials used on site and the amount of waste produced. It has been conducting workshops on its sustainable procurement policy internally and included sustainability

criteria in its new purchasing software. During the renovation of its premises, the majority of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, as well as the roofing, cladding and doors were reused. New materials, such as furniture, carpets and paints, were selected based on their aesthetics, price and environmental impact. The wood used is Forest Stewardship Certified as is the office paper, which has seen consumption reduced by 50% with the introduction of new printers that automatically print double-sided black and white and require a log in to operate. Waste is monitored in quarterly audits and the centralised waste system per floor ensures that at least 80% of waste is recycled (up from 15% in the old system where staff had individual bins).

Indoor environmental quality Few offices internationally have taken the efforts Dubai Chamber has to ensure a healthy indoor environment for all building users. CO2 monitors, air filtering plants, green cleaning products, non-toxic paints and furniture, as well as a ban on tobacco and excellent maintenance ensure that there is plenty of oxygen and few toxic chemicals in the air, so staff can avoid the effects of Sick Building Syndrome. Innovation in operations Over the past 15 years, Dubai Chamber has led the way in numerous green building innovations from condensate capture (in 2004), to using recycled irrigation water to flush toilets (2009) and a heat-exchanger through its outdoor fountain to cool its server room

(2011). In 2012 it applied an ISO14001 and OHSAS18001 compliant health, safety and environmental management system to ensure it keeps maintaining and improving its building. Future plans Dubai Chamber has reapplied LEED for Existing Building since it recently completed its renovation of several floors. The results will be revealed soon in a special ceremony with a green building tour, which will be free for all green building specialists to participate in. It is also currently planning the construction of the new campus of its University of Dubai initiative, which will be LEED certified for new construction. About Dubai Chamber Founded in 1965, Dubai Chamber is a private non-profit organisation whose mission is to represent, support and protect the interests of the business community in Dubai. It does so by creating a favourable business environment; supporting the development of business; and by promoting Dubai as an international business hub. The Dubai Chamber provides a number of services for its 150,000+ members, including alternative dispute resolution (mediation and arbitration), issuing certificates of

origin and ATA Carnets, legal services, receiving foreign commercial delegations and sending delegations abroad. It also regularly organises and participates in trade fairs and economic forums, organises training programmes for entrepreneurs, provides credit rating and business matching services, as well as access to updated research andÂ numerous reports that help members to network and grow, thereby enhancing the investment environment in Dubai.

For more information Main Office Address Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry Baniyas Road, Deira P.O. Box 1457 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dubai, U.A.E. Toll Free: 800 CHAMBER (800 242 6237) International: +971 4 228 0000 Fax: +971 4 202 8888

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BASF B

For BASF, sustainable development is the combination of long-term economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility

ASF is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas. It combines economic success, social responsibility and environmental protection through science and innovation. BASFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s products and solutions help conserve resources and improve our quality of life. BASF has had a presence in the Middle East for more than three decades. In that time, it has won recognition from commercial enterprise and public entities for its expertise, advanced products, customer service philosophy and ability to address global challenges. BASF sells a range of products in the Middle East, with an emphasis on industrial chemicals, petrochemicals, gas purification,

oilfield chemicals, sea water desalination, engineering plastics, plastics additives, paints, coatings & inks and construction sector products. BASF has more than 750 employees in the region. Sustainable Development at BASF For BASF, sustainable development is the combination of longterm economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. As the world faces twin challenges of a growing population and shrinking resources, BASF sees three major areas in which innovation based on chemistry will play a vital role: resources, environment and climate; food and nutrition; quality of life. At BASF, sustainability management has three responsibilities: minimising risks, establishing strong relationships with stakeholders, and recognising

business opportunities. According to their experts, the main areas for sustainability management are product safety, climate and energy, water, human and labour rights, human capital development, biodiversity and renewable resources. BASFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sustainable construction ethos endorses building environments that balance economic viability with preserving resources and reducing environmental impacts. They create stronger structures by using the right products and techniques, such as Green Sense Concrete or resin-based repair product, which reduce the carbon footprint and water consumption during and after construction. Minimising risks BASF respects and internationally agreed

promotes standards

regarding compliance, environmental protection, health and safety. Adherence to these standards at BASF’s sites is regulated by systems and checked by internal and external audits. BASF expects its suppliers to uphold their sustainability standards. Under the construction portfolio, it also creates added value for its customers by enabling them to meet eco-efficiency standards for sustainable buildings. Relationships with stakeholders BASF supports systematic dialogue based on openness, respect and mutual trust with all their stakeholders. A reciprocal exchange helps the company identify relevant issues at an early stage, and derive risks and opportunities for the business. Therefore, external accountants audit BASF’s integrated corporate report, which combines financial as well as sustainability reporting.

Ambitious goals BASF established ambitious environmental, health and safety goals for itself in 2012.The company aims to increase its energy efficiency – defined as the amount of sales products in relation to the primary energy demand – worldwide by 35% by 2020, compared to the previous goal of 25%. Additionally, BASF looks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions per ton of sales product by 40%, originally set at 25%. Within the area of occupational health, BASF will measure its performance with a new, expanded indicator, the ‘Health Performance Index’. Safety will continue to remain top priority for BASF. Thanks to its concrete admixtures and fire protection mortars, the new Gotthard tunnel – the world’s longest railway tunnel beneath the Swiss Alps – will be safer with a longer life expectancy, when completed in 2017. In 2011, BASF increased the energy efficiency of its production processes by 26%, compared to 2002. The use of power plants with powerheat technologies helped the company improve its energy efficiency. In 2011, BASF reduced its greenhouse gas emissions per metric tonne of sales product by around 35% compared with 2002. The company thus achieved its previous goal, as was already the case in 2002. The new goal is to lower the emissions per tonne of sales product by 40% by 2020 compared to 2002. BASF also successfully reduced emissions to air and water compared to 2002. In 2011, around 61% less air pollutants were emitted (excluding the oil and gas production); emissions of organic substances to water decreased by approximately 74%. BASF also aims to use water responsibly. By 2020, the company plans to reduce by half the amount of drinking water it used for production in 2010. It also intends to establish sustainable water management systems at all production sites to manage water stress.

For more information BASF FZE Jebel Ali Free Zone PO Box 61309 Dubai, UAE T: +971 4 807 2106 F: +971 4 883 8675 www.basf.ae

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ALUMIL W Committed to high performing aluminium solutions

ith more than 30 years of experience within the aluminium industry, ALUMIL is one of the most advanced companies in the world in the design and production of aluminium extruded products. Its state-of-the-art production lines and expertise have brought revolutionary products to its key markets in the Middle East region since 2004, while its products are sold in over 45 countries worldwide. ALUMIL group has 27 subsidiaries in Europe, United States, the Middle East and North Africa, and employs more than 2,300 people. ALUMIL Middle East, the subsidiary of ALUMIL in the Middle East region, has established sales operations in the UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Iran, India and North Africa.

ALUMIL Group industrial facilities include: • 13 extrusion lines • 9 powder coating lines • 1 foundry for aluminium billet production • 2 anodising plants • 10 thermal break profile assembly lines • 1 production site for entrance and interior doors • 3 manufacturing plants for roll formed aluminium foam filled profiles • 1 production site for elevators • 4 manufacturing plants for system accessories • 1 manufacturing plant for aluminium composite panels • 1 manufacturing plant for polycarbonate sheets

ALUMIL production capacity is: • 106,000 tonnes of aluminium extrusions • 57,500 tonnes of powder coated profiles • 65,000 tonnes of aluminium billets • 10,000 tonnes of anodised profiles • 45,000 tonnes of thermal break profiles • 800,000m2 aluminium composite panels • 800,000m2 polycarbonate sheets • 10,000,000m2 of polyamide profiles Its production base spans over: • 630,000m2 of owned industrial real estate • 230,000m2 of manufacturing sites • 20 factories • 2,300 employees

Sustainable strategy At the heart of ALUMIL’s sustainability strategy lies its commitment to developing high performance architectural aluminium solutions. Better performance translates into improved energy efficiency, which minimises running costs and improves the building environment. Our sustainable strategy is directly related to the design of aluminium systems of highest thermal and insulation performance. However, the key to its success is the achievements in combining performance, functionality, durability and sustainability throughout the design, production and supply chain processes. ALUMIL’s success has been built up over the last 30 years through systematic investments in production facilities, a wide spread and expanding distribution network, a strong R&D division, and an impressive range of architectural aluminium systems. Our commitment in the development of sustainable solutions has evolved to include the solutions for generating renewable energy through solar applications. ALUMIL SOLAR, the dedicated division of ALUMIL for solar applications, has already installed photovoltaic applications with a capacity of over 600MWp. The product range of ALUMIL Solar includes free field, residential & industrial roofs, for on and off grid installations.

Product overview At the heart of ALUMIL’s products are ALUMIL SYSTEMS - over 60 different architectural aluminium systems for windows, doors, facades, solar protection, skylights, railings, office partitions, photovoltaic applications and folding doors. All ALUMIL products are designed and developed in the group’s dedicated R&D department before being tested and certified by internationally accredited certification institutes in Germany, the USA, Italy and the UAE.. Extensive product development has resulted in the achievement of highest performance levels according to European and American Standards. ALUMIL also produces complementary architectural products including aluminium composite panels, polycarbonate sheets, elevators, entrance & interior doors, photovoltaic mounting structures, EPDM gaskets, polyamides and various fenestration accessories. The diversity of ALUMIL’s production range and expertise provide us the flexibility to deliver high end solutions at the most competitive rates. Whether the application is high performance windows and doors for a villa project, or an advanced design facade for a tall tower, ALUMIL has the solutions within its range of products. The company welcomes increased regulations and specifications in the Middle Eastern region related

to fenestration products. Estidama guidelines have improved considerably the standards of aluminium products and ALUMIL has been very successful in placing its window and door products in thousands of villas throughout the southern Emirates. A clear regulatory framework is vital to practically encourage sustainability. Future plans ALUMIL Middle East has already achieved notable reference projects throughout the region. Among many running projects, it is currently finishing work on the second tallest tower in Jeddah,, and building strongly a successful track record on large scale villa projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Development plans include strengthening further its commercial activities in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, while maintaining its strong position in the UAE by investing further in technical support resources and logistics facilities. Furthermore, it will be involved in large scale solar investment projects in the region and

cross-sell further products within its portfolio (e.g. elevators and doors) across its customer base. The World EXPO 2020 award to Dubai has further raised the outlook for increased opportunities in the region. ALUMIL plans to capitalise on the opportunities by offering added value products and services. ALUMILâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production capacity, geographic coverage and expanding product range allows it to operate as a one-stop-shop for all architectural and industrial aluminium extrusion requirements to supply the Middle East construction industry.

For more information ALUMIL Middle East Office 2907, 29th floor Mazaya Business Avenue BB1 Jumeirah Lakes Towers Dubai United Arab Emirates Tel +971 4 4425930 fax +971 4 4416528 marketing.uae@alumil.com www.alumil.com

dubai aluminium

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EACH year, DUBAL produces more than one million tonnes of molten metal

ubai Aluminium (DUBAL) operates one of the world’s largest single-site primary aluminium smelters. Its Jebel Ali site comprises a 1.02 million tonnes per annum smelter, a 2,350 megawatt power station (at 30°C), a large carbon plant, 1.2 million tonnes per annum casting operations, a 30 million imperial gallon a day water desalination plant as well as laboratories, port and storage facilities. Every year, DUBAL produces over one million tonnes of molten metal, which is transformed into high quality, premium purity cast aluminium products : foundry alloy for automotive applications; extrusion billet for construction, industrial, transportation and automotive forging purposes; and high purity aluminium for the electronics and aerospace industries. Its entire annual production is manufactured to order for over 300 customers in at least 57 countries,

predominantly in the Far East, Europe, the MENA region, and the Americas. In 2013, its extrusion billets were declared suitable for sustainable building practices as defined by the US Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system and the Deutsche Geselllschaft Für Nachhaltiges Buaen (DGNB, the German Sustainable Building Council). Over the years, DUBAL has invested substantially in developing advanced reduction cell technologies that improve productivity while reducing its operations’ environmental impact through improved energy efficiency and minimised emission levels. UAE flagship innovations, its proprietary DUBAL DX and DX+ Technologies operate at high amperage and rank among the best reduction technologies available. DX Technology has been implemented in a 40-cell potline at

the Jebel Ali smelter complex and installed at industrial scale at Emirates Aluminium (EMAL) Phase I (756 cells). DX+ Technology, an enhanced version of DX Technology, has been successfully piloted at the Jebel Ali site and has been installed in EMAL Phase II (444 cells). Since DUBAL’s establishment by official decree in 1975, excellencebased, mutually successful partnerships with all stakeholders have been the cornerstone and foundation of its enduring success and sustainability. This is encapsulated in the corporate slogan “Together we shine.” It is also embodied in the high operating standards to which the company adheres: DUBAL holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO/TS 16949, ISO/IEC 20000, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 50001 and OSHAS 18001 certification; and has twice won the Dubai Quality Award in the Production and Manufacturing sector.

Sustainability strategy DUBAL’s core business is primary aluminium smelting, whereby an electrolytic process reduces ore directly to metal. The major impacts of its operations are thus environmental, specifically consumption of raw materials, combustion of fossil fuels and water, gaseous and particular emissions, effluent discharge and generation of waste (both hazardous and non-hazardous). To minimise these impacts, DUBAL strives to comply with regional and/or international standards – whichever is the more stringent. The safety and health of our employees and neighbours takes precedence in all decision-making. DUBAL’s sustainable development strategy comprises of two distinct dimensions:

Business: DUBAL’s main objectives are to deliver high quality valueadded products in a consistent and sustainable manner to our customers; and to generate acceptable returns to its shareholders. Without a profitable business model, it is unable to contribute to the broader goals of sustainability. Areas of focus include business excellence and reliability; customer focus; expansion and growth projects, as well as partnership ventures; and developing high quality, long-life assets. Evidencing its success in this area, DUBAL is consistently profitable and contributes substantially to the economy, Sustainability: DUBAL consciously strives to perform well in value-adding nonfinancial sustainability dimensions. It aspires towards zero harm to the people, to the

environment, and the local community. Its in-house developed technologies boast benchmark emission standards. DUBAL has effective processes in place to ensure a precautionary approach is taken to sustainability issues while achieving business outcomes. DUBAL acknowledges the need to be socially responsible and contribute to sustainable community development, including respecting the rights of all stakeholders, complying with international laws and responsible supply chain management and to ensure that the broader economic contributions of its operations are injected into the local economy. Its corporate social investment focuses on projects that support the social and economic goals of the Dubai government; and a wellestablished Emiratisation policy designed to attract and develop Emirati talent.

For more information DUBAL P O Box 3627, Dubai, UAE Telephone: +971 4 884 6666 Website: www.dubal.ae

green energy solutions

GREEN ENERGY SOLUTIONS

I wind powered and energy saving, inductex has been installed at industrial complexes aross the gulf

nductEx is the first wind induced roof ventilator developed to meet the rigorous requirements of the Arabian Gulf conditions. It was researched and developed in Australia by Green Technology Systems using the research facilities of the University of Adelaide. Green Energy Solutions has the exclusive right to manufacture Inductex in the Arabian Gulf region and have commenced marketing it to their regular customers that included Dubal, Ducab and Gulf Extrusion amongst many others. InductEx is a truly sustainable invention that uses the wind to induce and enhance natural ventilation flow. Natural ventilation is created by the difference in temperatures between the inside and outside of a building. Subsequently it is highly suitable for industrial applications particularly those requiring the removal of hot, dusty and corrosive air and vapours.

Natural ventilation is the most effective means of maintaining air quality to Occupational Health Standards as well as reducing the extreme temperatures experienced in this region. Along with decreasing air temperatures, natural ventilation will lessen the relative humidity in the building further promoting productivity efficiency. Maintenance free Manufactured from high quality Marine Grade Aluminium, InductEx has no moving parts yet. University Wind Tunnel tests have proven that its performance exceeds the traditional rotating types. Without bearings, InductEx is maintenance free and long lasting. As there is no need of any power, InductEx can be easily fitted to existing buildings and being light weight does not need any additional support steel work.

For more information Green Energy Solutions P O Box 62518, Dubai, UAE Telephone: +971 4 338 2455 www.greenenergysolutions.ae

Extensive testing of InductEx in the University of Adelaideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new high technology wind tunnel has conclusively proved that InductEx out performs all other types of wind induced ventilating systems. And Green Technology Systems continue to carry out this research to further improve its performance. Green Energy Solutions has been in the sustainable energy business for nearly 15 years, supplying natural lighting and natural ventilation to industrial buildings. Its products have been installed in many industrial complexes in the Gulf, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain. With InductEx it is Green Energy Solutions intention to expand its activities across the whole of the Arabian Gulf bringing a green solution to indoor air quality, promising improved ventilation and low maintenance.

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“Here to Enviroserve you”

n 2007, it pioneered e-waste and asset recovery management services in the Middle East. From those early days of collecting 150,000 mobile phones in three months, to today, where hundreds of thousands of kilograms of e-waste are saved from landfill, Enviroserve has consistently provided the necessary technology, resources and infrastructure to help the UAE and beyond, fulfill Corporate environmental responsibility charters. • In 2004, Enviroserve introduced to the UAE the environmental solution that reduces the use and venting of ozone-depleting refrigerant gases. UAE’s answer to the Montreal Protocol • In 2005, Enviroserve formed a Public Private Partnership with the Ministry of Environment and past legislation banning the venting of refrigerant gases • In 2006 Enviroserve introduced

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the ‘Tornex’ smoking-control product into the region In 2007 launched ‘EnviroFone’ – the UAE’s first answer to mobile phone recycling In 2008, had legislation passed on what later was developed into the “Green Dirham” In 2009, Enviroserve entered into the online trade of mobile phones In 2010 entered three Middle East countries In 2011 it was awarded “UAE eEWaste Handler of the Year Award” In 2012 Enviroserve was granted its own NOC from UAE Authorities for its e-waste activities. It achieved its first Global E-waste Contract -with Etihad Airways Enviroserve is the holder of various awards including The UAE Small Business of the Year Award, E-Waste Handler of the Year, SME Business of the Year and

has been commended by various UAE Authorities for its service development and offering Product overview Enviroserve has three core competencies of electronic scrap management, refrigerant gas recovery/reclaim and specialised waste services. The E-scrap division offers professional environment-friendly recycling and management of all e-scrap (from mobile phones and cameras through laptops, servers, peripherals to batteries, cartridges, etc). Enviroserve has captured a unique, vibrant process to dominate National Mobile Phone and E-Waste Recycling Programmes in several countries. The reach is global. The Refrigerant Gas division offers reclaim of R22, R134a and many other types of gases as well as tools and equipment to manage, measure and contain the gas.

Company description and history. Enviroserve has proved itself to be a true pioneer in the UAE. Since its launch in 2005, it has continually pushed the borders of actual, physical recycling services and developed UAE’s “first to market” position. Today, it retains its dominance as the only company offering the service of a dedicated recovery and reclaim of refrigerants, first to introduce a truck mounted shredder for multiple use and various developments in specialised waste services.

The Specialized Waste Division supports any unconventional product that clients require formal recycling services. From car engines, to fake products, Enviroserve has served the UAE Authorities, End users and manufacturers to ensure their product does not re-enter trade markets and can be recycled through local channels. Saving Money, Saving the Environment is its defined goal.

services to its customers and partners. It also ensures that best demonstrated environmental, commercial and quality control practices are in place. The company’s maxim sums up its approach: “To have been and always to be a catalyst for the reduction of product to landfill, wherever globally that may be; By serving as a Centre of Knowledge and Expertise, in the given field of recycling products”.

Sustainable strategy Enviroserve is a regional leader in the delivery of niche waste and environmental solutions. It serves each and every customer with an uncompromised on-time quality service offering. It continually develops and offers value added

Future plans Enviroserve will continue to strive in excellence and provide improved recycling services to the industry. Segregation processes, a refining plant and onwards within the entire region and for the region is in planning.

For more information ENVIROSERVE PO Box 102766 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Telephone: +971 4 885 2434 Fax: +971 4 885 2414 Email: info@enviroserve.ae Website: www.enviroserve.ae

landis+gyr

Photo ÂŠ Depaule-Asylum for SPLA Lyon Confluence: Lyon Confluence is one of the first smart community projects in Europe and is supported by the Toshiba Corporation and Landis+Gyr.

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Future ready energy management platform

or more than a century, Landis+Gyr has helped utilities benefit from technology and innovation to meet requirements, and ultimately to manage energy better. Landis+Gyr ranks as the world leader in electricity metering with a preeminent position in advanced or “smart metering systems” – an essential component in global efforts to upgrade energy distribution systems and enable more efficient and reliable distribution of power. With annualised sales of more than $1.5 billion, Landis+Gyr is a standalone growth platform of the Toshiba Corporation. The company has over 5,000 employees, 950 full-time professionals dedicated to R&D, and operations in 30 countries across five continents – reinforcing commitment to providing utilities with end-to-end, advanced metering solutions that

are empowering the next generation of smart grid – driving better environmental results for utilities, consumers and society. Building the smart grid of the future Utilities all over the world are adopting smart grid technology at a rapidly increasing pace. Smart grid networks enhance the efficiency and reliability of the electric grid by providing utilities with a dedicated data network that meets their strict requirements to deliver power from traditional, renewable and distributed generation energy sources. Landis+Gyr AG’s Gridstream provides the intelligence and connectivity to manage smart grid functions from the home to the grid to the utility office on a single secure network, providing utilities important monitoring and control points throughout their distribution networks. This future

ready, end-to-end smart grid solution combines metering, communications, network management, software, grid and consumer applications, and professional services in a single secure and integrated platform. Gridstream solutions can deliver vast amounts of data quickly and efficiently, allowing access to rich, granular data that can be used to better understand and manage distribution networks. This unlocks new levels of command and control and delivers greater value for both utilities and their customers. More importantly, Gridstream solutions can be built to address an immediate need (e.g., smart metering, load management, or consumer engagement), depending on a utility’s business case or market drivers, even as they keep the door open for tomorrow’s comprehensive smart grid functionality.

The Gridstream suite consists of products and services designed to help manage energy better across the entire value chain. It includes: Multi-energy meters that cover electricity, heat, gas and water within residential, commercial, industrial and grid metering Two-way communications over GPRS, Ethernet, PSTN and PLC or combination of these protocols Software applications that cover meter reading, controls, system operation and value-added Meter Data Management services, such as validation, tariff and profile calculations Integration of load management system and smart metering software to provide transparent energy consumption data and well-balanced loads within the entire network Advanced metering services tailored to meet the customers’ energy management and process improvement needs.

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Smart grids With the extension of smart metering to smart grids and smart homes, interoperability is fast becoming the crucial factor to secure investment. Landis+Gyr is proactively supporting international standardisation initiatives, thereby forming the basis for interoperable smart products. With the founding establishment of the Interoperable Device Interface Specification (IDIS) association, Landis+Gyr and other members commit themselves to the implementation of standards into interoperable metering solutions. Landis+Gyr has established the required basis to provide “testedinteroperability” as a key feature of the Landis+Gyr Gridstream solution portfolio. An example is the LINKY project in France where ERDF committed the deployment (first phase 300’000 nodes in 2010) of smart meters according to the existing IEC stan dards (i.e. IEC 62056 for the smart metering applications and the application layer and IEC 61334 for the PLC communication). For this purpose ERDF has issued the LINKY companion specifications describing

how these standards are used and which options are chosen. In addition, ERDF has also issued a specification for next generation PLC technology (G3), fitting into the existing standardisation framework and which may be considered for future upgrades, thereby ensuring backwards compatibility to the existing standards. With the introduction of IDIS interfaces, integration of third party components into Gridstream becomes a plug-andplay exercise. The projects where IDIS interoperable meters have been implemented, show that it is possible to achieve interoperability based on open standards provided that there is the necessary commitment from the utilities to investing in it. It must be noted that even though the companion specifications of the two projects differ, they are both based on the same standards. This makes it easier to attract a variety of manufacturers that can use

KEY ACCOUNTS IN THE GCC • Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, UAE) • Federal Electricity and Water Authority, UAE • Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority, UAE • Ministry of Electricity and Water, Kuwait • Electricity and Water Authority, Bahrain • Saudi Electricity Company, KSA • Kahramaa, Qatar • TRANSCO, UAE

For more information Landis+Gyr AG (MIDDLE EAST OFFICE) Rajiv Sawhney, Managing director Office 301, DIC – 12 Dubai, United Arab Emirates T. 971 4 452 66 26 / +971 4 447 20 52 Ext1 F. +971 4 452 62 87 E. rajiv.sawhney@landisgyr.com www.landisgyr.com

many of their equipment parts in both projects and therefore profit from economies of scale. Utilities in the Middle East, as in DEWA, FEWA and Kahramaa have followed adopting the IDIS meters that allow interoperability at the metering level. Multi-energy advanced metering Gridstream features multi-energy smart metering devices and software that enable near real time communication as well as advanced programming capabilities. Today, the data transfer uses GSM or GPRS technology, Ethernet, PSTN, low or medium voltage PLC communication – or any combination of these. The solutions are built on standardised communications protocols to ensure interoperability with third-party systems. Network management Gridstream raises awareness of network status to a new level by identifying at which metering points power outages and voltage changes are occurring. This information can be used to improve network reliability and decrease outage restoration times. Customised Gridstream solutions allow utilities to shape the load curve and reduce peaks and immediately respond to network congestion. By involving consumers in demand response programmes, they can optimise the network capacity and defer capital spend for electricity distribution. Personal energy management With Gridstream, consumers can finally manage their energy consumption at home, in real time. Information regarding electricity, gas, heat and water consumption as well as the current tariff rates is available via in-home displays. Increased awareness saves energy and money, for the benefit of consumer, utility and environment. Gridstream applications also allow utilities to ask consumers to reduce their consumption at critical times. This increased energy consciousness

among consumers helps them efficiently level peaks and optimise the network load. Summary of benefits Energy efficiency: Customers can be supplied with precise information that enables them to use energy in a manner that is more beneficial to the environment. Customers save energy by becoming more aware of their energy usage while utilities get to improve their network management. Demand response: Insight into consumer behaviour helps utilities forecast demand accurately and achieves better control of the network. Peaks can be leveledout and consistent supply can be attained. Operational efficiency: An end-to-end environment for managing infrastructure, IT and communication services and the user experience enhances efficiency. Integrated multi-energy: There are significant efficiency benefits by integrating processes used in operating, monitoring and managing multiple energy forms because there is only one system to use, train on and maintain. Revenue protection: Gridstream provides a wide range of advanced tools to reduce non-technical losses and identify theft. Utilities can remotely switch power supply on and off, improve debt collection processes and respond quickly to abnormalities which may threaten revenue. Landis+Gyr’s vision is to change the paradigm in the smart grid industry by evolving from a network of sensors to a network of intelligent devices that serve as the platform for an ecosystem of interoperable advanced applications. Similar to the smart phone world where there are options for hardware based on customer needs and a plethora of applications that operate across hardware platforms, utilities will be able to select components that meet their needs today, but that will also support the still emerging applications of the future.

schneider electric

schneider electric F The company set goals for itself, and each quarter measures results using the Planet & Society Barometer

rom steel in the 19th century, to electrical distribution and automation in the 20th and energy management in the 21st, Schneider Electric has always been driven by an international, innovative and responsible mindset to shape the transformation of the industry it was evolving in. At Schneider Electric, sustainable development is a mix of green business, responsible practices, innovative programmes alongside measured commitments. The initiatives behind its global efforts in sustainable development are to waste less energy and practise environmentally friendly production and consumption; and help the poorest nations access energy and assist their development. In order to position itself as a responsible company, Schneider Electric identified actions and main areas of progress, with regard to protecting the planet, to the way it makes profit, and to the company’s interactions with people. As an energy management specialist, Schneider Electric focuses on sustainable development as a major priority and a tremendous opportunity.

Sustainability strategy Schneider Electric measures its sustainability commitment with a unique tool: the Planet & Society Barometer. The company set accurate goals for itself, and each quarter measures results using the Planet & Society Barometer. Then it takes course-corrective actions where deemed necessary on an international scale, lead by global and local initiatives. The Planet and Society Barometer receives a grade out of 10 representing the status of Schneider Electric’s 13 sustainable development progress plans: • 30,000 tonnes annual reduction of its CO2 emissions • Two-thirds of its products’ revenues gained with Green Premium products • Two-thirds of its employees work in ISO 14001 certified sites • Seven points above the company’s annual growth gained by its Energy Efficiency business • 10 countries implement a recovery process for SF6 gas • 1,000,000 households from the Bop* have access to energy with SE solutions

*BipBop programme: an acronym for Business, Investment and People at the Bottom of the Pyramid.

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60% of its total purchases from suppliers who support Global Compact Four SRI indexes select Schneider Electric 10% annual decrease in the frequency rate of accidents More employees recommend the company as a great place to work 2,000 employees trained on energy management solutions 10,000 young people from the Bop* trained in electricity 500 new entrepreneurs from the Bop* start their own business in the electricity market

Supply-side management As a Global Compact signatory, Schneider Electric has been involved in an ambitious approach to include sustainable development challenges in the supplier selection and working processes. Since 2004, the Group has been supporting its suppliers so that they can publicly commit and directly adhere to the Global Compact.

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A key performance indicator was defined in the Planet & Society Barometer between 2009 and 2011: at the end of 2011, more than 50% of Schneider Electric purchases were from suppliers who had signed the 10 Principles of the Global Compact or the EICC. For the 2012-2014 period, Schneider Electric wants to go even further by motivating its suppliers to be in-line with the ISO 26000 standard. The action will be supported by placing the sustainable development dimension at the heart of the activity and on an external evaluation process for suppliers’ performance.

For more information Schneider Electric SA 35 rue Joseph Monier 92500 Rueil Malmaison France T: +33141297000 www.schneider-electric.com

eco clean

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It operates 18 overseas representative offices and participates in over 50 travel exhibitions

co Green Facility Management is a leading green FM company based in the UAE. “Eco Clean” provides eco-laundry and housekeeping services, green maid services and is also a manufacturer and supplier of green cleaning products called “Eco Green”, which are sold in supermarkets across the UAE. Eco Clean started as a humble maid service offering cleaning services using environmentally friendly products by trained housekeepers who are also certified in first aid. Since then, the company has launched Eco Green, its own line of cleaning and personal care products, as well as Eco Laundry, an energy efficient dry cleaning service. The use of recyclable detergent bottles and even down to the cardboard hangers used by the laundry service is testament to the efforts made to make this a uniquely green company. Eco Clean strives to provide innovative services that help the environment around us and make a difference to households and communities within the UAE. Eco Laundry has also installed eco laundry drop boxes across residential buildings in Dubai with more planned for 2013.

Sustainability strategy The Eco Green line follows a simple sustainability strategy that has been evolving as more and more options to further its green credentials have become available in both manufacturing processes and distribution. Throughout Eco Clean’s offices and staff accommodation, water flow reducing faucet adjusters have been installed to cut down on water consumption. Air-conditioning units are also regularly serviced and checked to reduce blocking and running efficiency. In 2013 Eco Clean aims to switch power supply for its accommodations to solar, to further reduce its sufficiency on the power grid and to reduce costs and consumption. Eco Clean has been working closely with vehicle suppliers in order to switch over and run its fleet entirely with bio-fuel to reduce emissions.. Eco Clean supports many charities and offers their customers the opportunity to do the same. The company donates AED 1 for every paid hour from its eco cleaning service to many humanitarian causes. Eco Clean believes that it is everyone’s responsibility to ensure we give people a helping hand to those in

For more information Eco Green Facility Management T: +971 4 342 4113 E: info@ecocleanuae.com www.ecocleanuae.com

their local community and to ensure that children today have education and basic necessities in order to see a brighter tomorrow. It is for this reason Eco Clean supports the Dubai-based Senses Residential Care Home For Children With Special Needs. It also supports the Plastic Not So Fantastic organisation in the UAE and Oman, which raises awareness on the necessity to eliminate plastic from consumer use within the region. Advocating sustainability The company’s sustainability engineer is Eco Clean CEO Tolga Soytekin, who takes an active role in ensuring energy and resource efficiency throughout the business. His in depth knowledge of the green sector ensures huge annual savings on energy and fuel consumption as well as for logistics for delivery supply side. It was a finalist for Green Business of The Year 2012 Awards by SME Advisor. It also ensures that that its entire packaging on all its products can be recycled and is fully biodegradable.

oki

PIONEERING LED TECHNOLOGY FOR OVER 20 YEARS

ENVIRONMENT LED technology is the future of energy efficiency and image clarity in many electrical products. OKI Printing Solutions has been using and continuously developing this technology for their printers, making them progressively smaller, more environmentally friendly and energy efficient. OKIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s digital LED technology, saving energy now, for the future.

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the next generation of printers is already led Oki Middle East, India & Africa. Tel: +971 4 2045810 E-mail: oki.me@okieurope.com, www.okime.ae

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How LED lighting is making printer technology, green

KI Electric Industry Co. Ltd. was established in 1881 by Kibataro Oki. As Japan’s first telecommunications manufacturer, OKI is a global business-to-business brand dedicated to providing top-quality products, technologies, and solutions to customers through its info-telecom systems and printer operations. OKI categorises its product ranges into five distinct segments: Serial Impact Dot Matrix (SIDM), Colour Non-Impact Printers (NIP), Mono NIP and Fax, and Multifunction Products (MFPs). The company’s focus in the field of business printed communications has a true understanding of corporate printing requirements, providing a range of products that respond to the needs of organisations regardless of size. LED revolution Bringing the concept of ‘green printing’ to the general public, OKI

has been a key contributor to the evolutionary development of LED (Light-Emitting Diode)-based printer solutions over the past 20 years. OKI Printing Solutions launched its first printers incorporating digital LED technology in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Since then, these solutions have undergone an essentially evolutionary development, with the result that the latest third-generation LED products now reaching the market exhibit substantial improvements across all aspects of performance, including energy and materials usage. Simply, print quality is fundamentally dependent on how accurately the toner or ink, is applied over the paper with the right concentration. With the electro-photographic method, typically adopted in today’s printer or multi-function (print/ scan/fax/copy) solutions, this is

determined by the level of electric charge on the exposing drum containing each colour toner. How this charge is adjusted therefore is the key issue in ensuring consistent, high-quality output. Historically, lasers have typically provided the light source for generating the electric charge required. However, it has been recognised for some time that the use of a single laser light source to scan each rotating drum via a polygonal-shaped rotating mirror and lens has inherent limitations in ensuring a consistent, even spread of ink across the whole page. The adoption of LED produces a very different result. By using multiple numbers of small digital LEDs distributed equally across an array, it is possible to print finely and correctly, even around the edges of the page. At the same time, LED technology

avoids the highly complex optical systems and moving parts of a laser-based solution, so ensuring a higher level of reliability and minimising the incidence of a malfunction – especially important in a home or small business environment where there is no back-up printer device and so maximum uptime is critical.

low-carbon society; prevention of pollution; resource circulation; biodiversity conservation.

Green benefits of LED Space utilisation By combining the benefits of high-quality output associated with tandem technology with the performance and size of a singledrum printer, LED solutions enable high quality printing within a much smaller chassis. This is especially valuable for small and medium businesses, where space is at a premium, and provides comparable benefits for those businesses in costly town or city centre locations where effective space utilisation has significant financial and environmental implications.

Prevention of pollution Commit to careful stewardship of environmental resources. The majority of OKI products are compliant with the EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Program. OKI printers are designed to cut energy consumption up to 50% when they are idle. OKI digital LED technology has been proven to make the working environment healthier by virtually eliminating ozone production.

Energy usage The development by OKI Printing Solutions of the proprietary ‘Green ASIC’ technology with its third-generation LED solution shows the central importance of improving energy performance. In Deep Sleep mode, this achieves an unrivalled consumption of less than 1.1 Watts – the equivalent of a small bulb – compared to the stand-by consumption of 5.0 Watts from a conventional printer. Sustainability strategy OKI Group achieves a better global environment for the next generation and inherits the environment. The company promotes environmental management and set targets for 2020 in four fields: realisation of a

Realisation of a low-carbon society Contribute to realising a low-carbon society by the maximisation of energy efficiency, through the provision of environmentally conscious products, services, and business activities.

Resource circulation Minimise new input resources through the expansion of recycling processes of used products and production wastes, and reduction of materials at the time of production. Biodiversity conservation Establish standards for biodiversity conservation and continue to promote OKI’s commitment to biodiversity conservation through existing environmental activities such as forest improvement programmes. Logistics OKI, as a shipper, has enhanced its efforts to reduce the environmental impact of physical distribution in partnership with OKI Proserve (OPS). As a pioneer in reducing CO2 emissions by adopting modal shift, OPS has accumulated a wide spectrum of transit

information and organised it into a database to fully meet the requirements of the Energy Saving Act. Energy saving The OKI Group has been committed to energy-saving activities because it believes the reduction of green house gases such as carbon dioxide emitted from its business activities is important for realising a low-carbon society. OKI has substantially exceeded a goal set in the Voluntary Action Plan on Measures to Fight Global Warming of the Japanese electric and electronics industry, “improving the basic unit for CO2 emissions with respect to real output in fiscal 2010 by 35% or more compared to that of fiscal 1990,” by making a 71.5% improvement. Accreditation In order to provide customers with environmentally conscious products, the OKI Group has operated the OKI Eco Product Certification Programme. The programme is intended to internally certify products that meet the OKI’s original environmental standards and offer customers product information related to environment conservation. Every product needs to meet two sets of

standards, the standards common to all products and those set for each product family, to be certified as an OKI Eco Product bearing the OKI Eco Product logo. In fiscal 2009, OKI added a new three-level standard of energy-saving effect to the standards common to all products in order to pursue as much energy-saving effect as possible at the time of development. Reaching goals In October 2009, OKI participated in a global carbon-offsetting initiative, the Carbon Zero Emissions Facilities, in order to keep its environmental impact to a minimum. The initiative is intended to achieve zero CO2 emissions at major OKI Data manufacturing facilities between October 2009 and March 2013. A year ahead of schedule, the division surpassed its goals.“We are delighted to have completed cancellation for a total of 5,477 tonnes of the emission credits under our Carbon Zero Emissions Facilities initiatives,” says Takao Hiramoto, President of OKI Data. “OKI Data printers manufactured at these facilities have the ‘Manufactured at a Carbon Zero Facility’ sticker on them as a way to help businesses better understand the sustainablility of OKI’s product.

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For more information Oki Middle East India & Africa Building No 4 E, A 810 P.O. Box 54604 Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA) Dubai, UAE T: + 971 4 204 5810 F: + 971 4 204 5811 www.okime.ae

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W Armstrong is a full-service global consulting firm that delivers innovative engineering, architecture, project management and construction management services to clients around the world. Founded in 1961 in Indianapolis, USA, RW Armstrong is widely recognised for exceptional performance and results as lead consultant for building design services covering master planning, architecture, interiors, sustainability, permitting and information communication technology (ICT) management. With a core foundation in aviation, infrastructure, water management and building engineering, the firm’s multidiscipline approach has helped transform inspiration to reality for countless clients. As one of the region’s few single-source licensed providers for design and engineering services, RW Armstrong delivers high-quality solutions to complex design and construction challenges. This was recognised when RW Armstrong received the Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award as the only international firm and the only architectural engineering firm in that year’s programme. RW Armstrong merged with CHA, a highly diversified, fullservice engineering and construction management firm that delivers a wide range of planning and design services to public and private sector clients.

With 1,250 skilled professionals in 45 offices around the world, and MENA offices located in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Cairo, Tripoli and Baku, the combined firms deliver unparalleled depth and breadth of expertise in market sectors from residential to commercial developments, government, oil and gas, hospitality, education, sports, retail, aviation, transportation, and infrastructure. RW Armstrong has established a world-class portfolio of high-profile projects including: • Project manager for Presidential Palace, UAE (under construction) • Lead design and sustainability consultant for Yas Island Emirati housing community, UAE (under construction) • Lead consultant for Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority headquarters, UAE (under construction, 2 Pearls Estidama design rating) • Lead consultant for Sun & Sky Towers, UAE (completed) • Construction supervision for Al Bateen Airport, UAE (completed) • Lead consultant and construction supervision for Masdar Institute of Science and Technology (completed). This project won 2012 “Green Building Project of the Year” award.

Areas of expertise Designing energy efficient buildings will have positive longterm operation cost implications. RW Armstrong helps clients with implementing a sustainability strategy and reap the benefits of greening their buildings and operations by reducing waste, water and energy consumption, use of local materials and use of recycled materials in construction. The firm provides sustainability, environmental and permitting services as part of its in-house design services and as a standalone service for clients. RW Armstrongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approach to sustainable design, construction and management has delivered unmistakable value to clients in the GCC; in the last 2 years the firm has achieved Estidama ratings for 19 designs ranging from mosques, commercial offices, medical facilities, villas, schools, retail developments and residential centers. RW Armstrongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sustainability and permitting services are highly praised by clients and industry peers and the firm has worked with some of the foremost authorities and pioneers in sustainability. The team has a clear objective to design and deliver buildings that are more efficient, cost-effective to operate and perform better in terms of efficiency, innovation and the environment.

RW Armstrong always expands on the traditional thinking behind energy consumption and has developed an integrated design process that delivers sustainable value where possible. By integrating sustainability at the start of the project, challenges and opportunities are identified and addressed early in the design stage so appropriate green options can be assessed and incorporated in the design and construction process. Clients realise a much larger return on investment when sustainability is built in from day one. Through a sustainable design and the innovative use of materials and equipment, long-term savings can be achieved and annual costs for energy, water, maintenance and other operating expenses are reduced significantly. RW Armstrong has worked diligently to fully incorporate Estidama and LEED practices and has achieved Pearl ratings on a number of developments such as the new Emirati housing community on Yas Island and the Masdar Institute of Science & Technology which is designed to use around 51% less energy than average buildings in the UAE, and 54% less water. Around 30% of the energy will be covered by solar panels on the roof, with 75% of hot water being heated by the sun.

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Sustainability strategy RW Armstrong’s commitment to sustainability is unmistakable: it is a registered member of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) and is currently one of the top five regional employers with Estidama Pearl Qualified Professionals and LEED AP certified professionals. The firm has built a culture that promotes sustainable business practices and Harvard Green Office policy through training and steps to improve energy and water efficiency. RW Armstrong conducts workshops to enhance levels of sustainability. This is not only done for the firm’s staff, but also for clients, consultants, contractors and end-users to explain the concepts of sustainability and educate about operating a building sustainably. Some of the achievements RW Armstrong accomplished for clients in the last two years include: • 437,792.36m2² (GFA) of green building projects in the UAE (1,2 and three Pearls Estidama ratings). • 26,202,567.36 kilowatt hour (kWh) per year of

estimated building energy saving with utilisation of passive and active design solutions. • 815,239.00 kWh per year of annual renewable energy generation with utilisation of solar water heaters. • 162,641.00 m³ per year of interior water saved for utilisation of low-flow plumbing fixtures. For future projects, RW Armstrong aims to make use of solar panels where possible and deliver projects that achieve 30% energy reduction and 40% interior water consumption reduction. The team at RW Armstrong believes that sustainability is no longer just a dream for the future. When clients and project owners partner with an experienced building services consultant – one with proven success at the forefront of sustainable design, engineering and management – generating a measurable return on investment in sustainability initiatives is an inspirational vision that has become reality.

For more information RW ARMSTRONG Millennium Tower, 14th Floor, Hamden St, PO Box 45148, Abu Dhabi, UAE +971 2 612 7777 www.rwarmstrong.com

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elimo is the global market leader in the development, production and marketing of actuator solutions for controlling heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Actuators and control valves make up the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s core business. Belimoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aim is to be a trusted partner across the globe for its customers, offering them the added value they expect. The product range includes standard and spring-return actuators for air control dampers, safety actuators for fire and smoke control, VAV systems for room air control, motorised control and shut-off valves and innovative pressure independent control valves. Sustainability strategy Research and market-relevant innovation as well as rapid and customised execution are key factors. Commitment, credibility and reliability characterise its behaviour. Belimo delivers more than just products; it supports customers with innovative, efficient and energy-optimising solutions and bring success to both the customers and the company. Belimo is close to its customers throughout the world. Specialised know-how and the legendary Swiss quality make it possible to provide a fiveyear warranty on the entire product range. Striving for mutual success, Belimoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission statement and Belimo values guide ensure that its customers are involved

early in the development phase with a view to finding innovative approaches together and verifying promising ideas. Belimo aims to secure an edge for its customers by providing them solutions that offer more comfort, greater energy efficiency and safety and require simpler installation and maintenance. Belimo Automation FZE, based in Dubai, serves customers throughout the Middle East and is an integral part of the worldwide acting Belimo Holding AG, located at Hinwil, Switzerland with 1,500 employees, founded in 1975. Sustainable innovations Each year owners invest in high efficiency HVAC equipment all for the sake of being green. All too often these investments fall short of expectations. Product innovations like the Energy ValveTM and Fan Optimiser allow customers to make the most of those investments with technology that has proven itself over and over again. The BELIMO ENERGY VALVETM Know where the Energy is going Significant energy savings can be expected using the new Belimo Energy ValveTM - it shows where energy is being consumed unnecessarily. This new two-way electronic

pressure independent control valve optimises, documents and proves water coil performance. It will supply you with all necessary information for optimising the entire system. Control, shut-off and automatic balancing with only one valve will reduce the efforts during system design and operation. The results are significant energy savings. The Energy Valve not only informs on coil performance, it helps operators analyse and fine tune performance under any conditions. Direct communication to the BMS allows continuous: • Analysing the installed power efficiency • Documentation and creating history reports • Optimising performance using advanced algorithms. The Energy Valve provides the same reliable, automatic, pressure independent flow control for which Belimo is famous. The Belimo Fan Optimiser Cuts fan power consumption by up to 50% Today’s fan regulation ensures that even the most inaccessible VAV unit receives sufficient supply pressure. Since the remaining units are provided with too much air, the excess pressure is removed by closing the dampers. This means noisy operation, inferior control and a lot of unnecessary energy consumption. With the Belimo Fan Optimiser, control is now based on the damper positions of the downstream VAV units. The actual requirements of the system are calculated and also the control values for the fan. Supply Pressure Regulation can in future be dispensed of, and fan energy consumption can be cut by as much as 50%. It will increase the convenience for users accordingly.

Without the costs for the pressure regulation system and lower wiring expenses via MP-Bus, this solution guarantees rapid payback in new, retrofitted or renovated systems. Sustainability strategy Economy, Ecology, Efficiency Energy efficiency is dominating discussions in the HVAC sector. Belimo’s customers are keen to explore new ways and apply new technologies to make their buildings more efficient. With valves that offset pressure variations, a building’s heating or ventilation system make an important contribution towards increasing efficiency. The Belimo Energy Valve™ allows to measure the energy flow and optimise the flow rate simultaneously. Both of these are important factors to pinpoint and reduce inefficiencies in buildings. It therefore comes as no surprise that this product has been attracting a lot of interest in the market. Environment and energy The energy for heating Belimo offices and production facilities in Switzerland comes from the neighbouring waste

incineration plant. An official energy consumption analysis showed that its buildings and plants are extremely energyefficient. Belimo set itself the highest standards in respect to convenience and energy savings. This is why the company considers efficiency to be a comprehensive attitude. It defines added value for customers and the environment as a triad made up of uncompromising quality, ecologically long service life and intelligent thriftiness. Energy efficiency Belimo uses cumulative energy analyses of new products to measure energy consumption over the complete life cycle, from production through operation to disposal. This optimisation is achieved by actuators that are equipped with the necessary logic, electronic data communication and integrated sensors. Belimo focuses on sustainable and eco-efficient product development that looks at the entire product life cycle. This means minimal use of power and resources, low-impact waste disposal, the use of materials that generate low emissions in the

event of fire and longer product life cycles through the use of modern technology. Accreditation The Belimo Energy ValveTM has been recognised at the 2012 HVR Awards, winning ‘Air Conditioning Product of The Year.’ The product was also highly commended for the ‘Commercial/ Industrial Heating Product of the Year’ at the awards as well. In Milan, it was honoured at the Mostra Convegno exhibition in Milan. The Belimo Fan Optimiser received an Achievement Award, presented at Aqua Therm Prague 2006, Czech Republic; the HVAC&R innovation award 2006, Milan, Italy; and the Innovation prize for energy efficiency and environmental technology (Property trade fair for owners and landlords, March 2007, St. Gallen, Switzerland). Overall, Belimo was recognised with the Corporate Excellence Award 2011. Belimo Automation AG is a US Green Building Council Corporate Member, while Belimo Automation FZE is a Corporate Member of the Emirates Green Building Council.

For more information Belimo Automation FZE P.O. Box 293644 Dubai, UAE T: +9714-299 8050 F: +9714-299 8051 info@belimo.ae www.belimo.ae

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Two billion standard cubic feet of natural gas per day is exported to the UAE where it is distributed

he Dolphin Gas Project of Dolphin Energy Limited is a major regional strategic energy initiative. Since July 2007, the company has been producing, processing and supplying substantial quantities of natural gas from offshore Qatar to the United Arab Emirates via its dedicated sub-sea export pipeline. Production reached throughput of 2 billion standard cubic feet of gas per day (bscf/day) in February, 2008. The overall investment in constructing the entire Dolphin Gas Project – wells, sea lines, processing plant, export pipeline and receiving facilities – has made it one of the largest energyrelated ventures ever undertaken in the Middle East at a cost of $5.8 billion. Dolphin Energy is committed to strategically managing its economic, environmental and social performance. The company puts its employees’ well being and safety first, supports the development of local communities, tackles climate change and protects the environment, while creating long-term wealth for local economies. The company will continue to prioritise sustainable development, advocate for transparency, and report regularly on its sustainability performance. Dolphin Energy’s vision is to be a leading and reliable supplier of clean energy in a socially responsible manner. Dolphin

Energy will support the development of substantial long-term new industries throughout the region, creating sustainable wealth, economic growth and employment opportunities for the citizens of the region far into the future. The company’s mission is to produce, process and supply substantial quantities of natural gas from offshore Qatar to the United Arab Emirates and Oman over 25 years. Dolphin Energy Limited is owned 51% by Mubadala Development Company, on behalf of the Government of Abu Dhabi – and 24.5% each by Total of France and Occidental Petroleum of the United States. Areas of expertise Dolphin Energy supplies natural gas to the United Arab Emirates and the Sultanate of Oman. Two billion standard cubic feet of natural gas per day is exported to the UAE where it is distributed. In addition, Dolphin Energy is receiving significant quantities of Interruptible Third Party Supply from Qatar Petroleum, which is helping to meet the increase of customers’ demand. The company manages the sale of its natural gas under long-term contracts to its customers: Abu Dhabi Water & Electricity Company, Dubai Supply Authority and Oman Oil Company. Short term interruptible gas sales agreements

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are also currently in place with the Federal Electricity & Water Authority, Ras Al Khaimah Natural Gas Commission, Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority as well as ADWEC and DUSUP. It also handles sales of condensate, LPG, Sulphur and Ethane, which are the valuable by-products of the company’s Gas Processing Plant in Qatar. Low sulphur condensate (LSC) is an ultra-light form of oil. The condensate is sold on international term or spot markets and Dolphin Energy has raised market recognition globally, based on its high quality condensate. The average daily production of condensate is between 87,000 and 110,000 barrels. Liquefied petroleum gases (LPG) – propane and butane – are used as fuels by industrial, commercial, residential, automotive and agriculture sectors worldwide. The average daily production of LPG is: propane 2,100-2,800 tonnes, butane 1,300-1,800 tonnes. Sulphur has to be extracted from natural gas during processing to comply with international health, safety and environmental standards. Sulphur is sold on world markets, where it is widely used as raw material in the production of fertiliser and chemicals. The average daily production of sulphur is 500-1,100 tonnes. Ethane is extracted at an early stage during gas processing. Dolphin Energy’s entire production of ethane is sold and utilised as feedstock for an ethane cracker within Qatar. The average daily production of ethane is 3,500-4,400 tonnes. Sustainability strategy Dolphin Energy is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and numerous initiatives have been

Sustainability Report Dolphin Energy has embedded the principles of sustainability across its business and its performance is measured using recognised international criteria and standards. The latesrt company report can be found on www.dolphinenergy.com

launched in pursuit of this commitment. In 2011, the company was successful in significantly reducing its flaring, venting, and overall GHG. The company also completed implementation of a Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) programme in the same year. LDAR consists of annual leak monitoring of process pumps, compressors, valves and connectors and identified leaking components are then repaired and re-monitored. The longterm goal of the programme is to reduce overall emissions by reducing the frequency and magnitude of leaks in equipment. As part of its efforts to monitor the company’s carbon footprint, Dolphin Energy implemented a programme to follow EU Guidelines for accounting and reporting GHG

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Natural Gas Ras Laffan Gas produced in the North Field is sent to the Ras Laffan gas processing plant before export to the UAE. The company has invested heavily to ensure quality, health, safety, environment and security excellence so that impacts to the natural and social environment are minimised.

Production Platform One of two production platforms used by Dolphin Energy, these are located offshore Ras Laffan off the northeast coast of Qatar.

Coral Mapping Dolphin Energy has engaged with government ministries and environmental groups to conduct mapping and inventory studies of coral reefs in Abu Dhabi and Eastern Qatar.

emissions. Additionally, Dolphin Energy joined the Qatar Petroleum Global Gas Flaring Reduction Initiative, formed to develop and implement methods to reduce flaring and venting of hydrocarbons to the atmosphere. Resource optimisation is key for Dolphin Energy. Optimisation goals include the active reduction of consumption of energy, water, and other materials used in its operations. Effective

By-products stripped from gas processing (condensate, LPGs, ethane and sulphur)

waste management, including reuse and recycling is also an important factor in resource optimisation. Since 2010, Dolphin Energy has developed a set of proactive measures to optimise the energy consumption of its IT systems and provide solutions for wider energy savings across the company. In 2011, the total energy consumption of Dolphin Energy’s IT equipment would have totalled 1.36 GWh without any controls in place. A total of 256 MWh was saved; an 18% reduction in energy usage to support IT needs. More details about Dolphin Energy’s performance in these areas and its overall sustainability performance to optimise positive social, environmental and economic impacts can be seen in the company’s latest sustainability report on www. dolphinenergy.com

consultants who provide support in collating and driving Dolphin Energy’s annual sustainability report. Supply-side management The market is still nascent in this area. Dolphin Energy is delivering low emissions energy to the UAE and Oman and helping contribute to a low carbon economy. As part of its continuous improvement efforts, the company is working hard to ensure maximised efficiencies in other areas. Dolphin Energy recently developed energy conservation guidelines for its offices as an initial step to developing increased efficiencies.

Accreditation Dolphin Energy moved is HQ into a LEED certified facility in 2013. Advocating sustainability Dolphin Energy has a full-time sustainability engineer who oversees the company’s sustainability commitments. In addition, the company uses sustainability

For more information Dolphin Energy Limited Abu Dhabi Trade Centre Building East Tower, 2nd and 3rd Floor P.O. Box 33777 Abu Dhabi, UAE www.dolphinenergy.com

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The UAE’s only solar power system manufacturer

ICCGreen Tec is a Dubai-based company offering a unique technology that boosts the efficiency of solar photovoltaic systems to overcome the global issue of energy shortage in an economical way. MICCGreen Tec hopes to design, develop and manufacture the entire system which can recover their capital cost within a few years and can go on to produce clean and green energy for at least 20 to 25 years. MICCGreen Tec is changing the way the world generates solar energy to making it more economical, reliable and efficient. The basic solar photovoltaic technology uses solar panels, charge controllers, inverters, and batteries for storage. MICCgreenTec’s system has integrated all these components into a single standalone unit which streamlines the process. In the duration of one year, MICCGreen Tec has installed a total of 45 kilowatt (KW) capacity of solar power systems and generated over 6 megawatt hours (MWh) of electricity.

MICCGreen Tec is currently the only solar power system manufacturer in the United Arab Emirates. Areas of expertise MICCGreen Tec’s solar power systems are modern generators that use photovoltaic panels to operate. The systems are available in wide range varying from 5KW to 50MW. These systems are capable of providing power stored in batteries during the sunny period of the day. The systems are automated by microcontrollers installed in the unit, while the specifically designed software ensures instant feedback on each of the processes. The output power delivered by these generators are pure sine waves and are fully regulated to protect against all types of electrical hazards. The unit, MICC, contains four major functions in one box with three main microcontrollers running in a synchronised operation according to their specific firmware. One independent Pentium microprocessor

For more information MICCGreen Tec Solar Systems LLC Warehouse 30 Al Habtoor complex Al-Qusais Industrial Area no 3, P.O. Box 117169 Dubai, UAE T: +97142510405 www.miccgreentec.com

with associated hardware monitors all the operations, logging them on the remotely accessible hard disk. The major functions of the MICC are as follows: 1. Inverter 2. Converter 3. Charger 4. Monitoring All four major functions of MICC are exclusive in their technical performance, relative to other products in the market. Extremely high efficiency inverters, proton exchange charging technologies and high profile monitoring software management are what separates MICC. Sustainability strategy As a newly setup outlet, MICCGreen Tec is currently in talks with the relevant authorities in order to make their factory 100% solar powered and sustainable. The eventual goal is to have an off-grid solar source to power the manufacturing of their sustainable MICC units.

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iemens provides innovative products and solutions to improve both its own eco-balance, and those of its customers and suppliers. In the area of business, the company focuses on long-term value creation. In the area of society, Siemens is fostering its own employees to work within the communities in which they are active. Although decisions in these areas are not always free of conflicting interests, Siemens aims for transparency, finding the best solutions possible. The company drives sustainable development for a successful future through the responsible use of natural resources, targeting investments in future-oriented technologies that support profitable growth while offering customers competitive advantages, and by embracing a company ethic that goes beyond mere compliance with the law by placing integrity at the centre of business operations. Siemens is one of the world’s largest providers of green technologies. Products and solutions from its Environmental portfolio already account for 42% of the company’s total revenue. Siemens aims to boost revenues from its Environmental portfolio to €40 billion by the end of fiscal 2014 and is helping its customers reduce their carbon emissions. In fiscal 2012, its eco-friendly products and solutions enabled customers worldwide to slash their CO2 emissions by 332 million tonnes –

a quantity equal to about 40% of the annual CO2 emissions of all of Germany in calendar year 2010. The company’s compliance management underscores how it goes about minimising risks and taking advantage of the resulting opportunities – on a broad scale that extends beyond the company itself. Sustainability strategy The goals and activities of Siemens’ Sustainability Programme are focussed on three fields: ”business opportunities”, “walk the talk” and ”stakeholder dialogue”. To gain objective perspectives on its sustainability challenges and performance, the company formed the Siemens Sustainability Advisory Board, a body consisting of nine independent individuals from science and industry who represent a variety of disciplines and who hail from different continents. The board meets at least twice a year to advance the company’s sustainability programme. The sustainability organisation interacts closely with executives in charge of company units to collaborate on establishing targets, developing programmes and initiatives, and defining key performance indicators (KPI). These KPIs are exceptionally important, figuring prominently in its management performance targets. As of fiscal 2010, for example, the development of the company’s Environmental

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Portfolio is a factor in the bonuses paid to members of Siemens’ Managing Board. In addition, executive compensation has been linked in part to meeting specific targets defined in its Compliance programme. The actual implementation of programmes, targets and initiatives, however, is not the task of the Sustainability Board or the Sustainability Office; this is the responsibility of the company’s operating units – the sectors, divisions, business units, clusters and regions. All units are supported in this task by specialist functions like Environmental Protection and Accreditation In 2012, Siemens was ranked a Supersector Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the first time, leading the category “Industrial Goods and Services”. Siemens was also ranked the Sector Leader for the fifth year in a row, currently in the “Diversified Industrials” sector. The DJSI is the internationally renowned sustainability ranking of Dow Jones, one of the leading providers of stock exchange, financial and economic data, and SAM Group Holding AG, a Swiss investment group. The results of this survey, which are published annually, are based on a comprehensive analysis of three dimensions of sustainability: economic, ecological and social. As far as economic criteria are concerned, for example, the DJSI confirms Siemens’ model corporate governance, and excellent supplier and customer relationships. One of the social criteria stressed by the index is the company’s social commitment. The fact that ecology has been a part of Siemens’ core business for quite some time certainly paid off for the company when it came to the third – ecological – dimension. Similarly, for the fifth consecutive year, Siemens was numbered among the leading companies in the Global 500 Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index (CDLI) 2012 produced by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). The CDP is a non-profit organisation that represents over 655 institutional investors. It invites companies all over the world to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and GHG reduction strategies. Siemens has also won the German Sustainability Award 2011 for its sustainable strategy. This prize is an initiative of

the German Sustainability Award Foundation in cooperation with the Federal Government, the Council for Sustainable Development, trade associations, civil society organisations and research institutions. It is given to companies which combine business success with social responsibility and protection of the environment. The jury includes the former Minister for the Environment, Prof. Klaus Töpfer, and the CEO of Transparency International Germany, Prof. Edda Müller. In the Germany-wide “365 Landmarks in the Land of Ideas” competition, Siemens has been rewarded for its Environmental Portfolio and the integration of sustainability in the corporate strategy. The competition has been held since 2006 in the context of the “Germany – Land of Ideas” initiative by the German government and German business. Criteria for the selection of the prize winners are orientation towards the future, innovation, strength of implementation,

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Automation Building Technologies Communication Networks Consumer Products Drive Technology Energy Financial Solutions Healthcare Lighting (OSRAM) Mobility

role-model function and incentive. The expert jury – made up of academics, business managers, journalists and politicians – chose Siemens as one of the winners from over 2,000 applications. More recently, the SAM group, which specialises in sustainability investing, named Siemens the most sustainable company in its sector at the SAM Sustainability Awards 2012. It also gave Siemens its highest sustainability rating, naming the company “SAM Gold Class Sector Leader”. The award is based on the results of the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes, in which Siemens received its best result ever. Advocating sustainability As Siemens’ history shows, its understanding of sustainability is closely linked to the company’s values to be responsible, of excellent calibre, and constantly innovative. From the outset, founder

Werner von Siemens insisted that his company fulfill its responsibilities to its employees, to society and to nature. To achieve excellence, to capture leading positions in the markets of tomorrow, to develop innovative technologies that help ensure the future viability of modern civilisation – this has always been the company’s vision and challenge. Supply-side management Siemens also expects its suppliers to act in accordance with clear principles of sustainability and integrity. Its basic requirements – such as respect for the rights of employees and environmental protection – are defined in the Code of Conduct for Siemens Suppliers. The company has also integrated sustainability requirements in all relevant Supplier Management processes, such as Supplier Selection, Supplier Qualification and Supplier Evaluation, as well as Supplier Development, and established appropriate internal control and monitoring mechanisms throughout the company.

For more information Siemens AG Wittelsbacherplatz 2 80333 Munich, Germany contact@siemens.com

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EMEX’s customers have made it the world’s largest concrete company, within the top 5 global cement companies. CEMEX UAE has over 20 years of local experience and are part of the country’s story. CEMEX has supplied readymix concrete and cement to iconic and innovative green building solutions throughout the nation, notably in building the Burj Al Arab, Dubai Airports, RTA, Mirdif City Centre’s Gold Rated LEED Project, Yas Island, Dubai Mall, Hodiryat Bridge, DEWA, ADWEA, and to many individual mixed use towers, including the UAE’s tallest industrial tower and many hundreds of individual villas. In the UAE, CEMEX produces a full range of concretes from it locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. CEMEX has a range of low carbon concretes sold under the ReadyGREEN® product brand, specifically designed for use in this part of the world. Using Duracem®, a recycled product, CEMEX has created a high performing, high durability concrete that contains significantly less embodied carbon than traditional concretes. CEMEX’s ReadyGREEN® can contribute to a range of LEED Points and Estidama credits, including designing for durability, use of regional materials and recycled materials. ReadyGREEN® is one of the company’s innovative concrete products that drive sustainable and economic solutions. CEMEX’s 1.6MT capacity cement factory produces

traditional cements but also Duracem® which can be used as a replacement for traditional cements. Duracem® is ideally suited to the local market and helps our customers improve their products whilst simultaneously saving up to 45% of carbon emissions in concrete. Products: CEMEX ReadyGREEN® ReadyGREEN® is a range of concretes that have been developed to provide a concrete with a lower carbon footprint than conventional concretes. Incorporating DURACEM, a secondary cementitious material produced only by CEMEX, it can offer significant reductions in emissions compared to normal concrete. The durability of the concrete is enhanced, providing a material that is more resistant to the harsh local environmental conditions. CEMEX Evolution® Evolution® is a range of self compacting concretes, designed taking into account the special requirements of the local market. CEMEX Evolution® can provide cost savings in time, manpower and overall cost of a project. The self consolidating properties allow for a reduction in

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equipment required to compact the concrete. ReadyGreen technology can also be incorporated into Evolution® concrete making a concrete that gives real benefits in both the construction and use phases of the structure. CEMEX Promptis® This is a new rapid hardening, controlled set concrete solution that can help meet the challenges of rapid construction cycles and tight time constraints. Promptis® has similar characteristics to conventional concrete but it reaches accelerated strength as little as four hours and still maintains initial flow properties and workability for up to 120 minutes. CEMEX Hidratium® Hidratium® is a self curing, crack resistant concrete technology. These revolutionary properties are achieved through a combination of distinctive mix design principles and proprietary admixtures. This innovative concrete allows customers to avoid extra investment of time and money to maintain curing regimes and attain maximum performance. CEMEX plaster Specially developed for the UAE Market, CEMEX were the first to introduce the ready-to-use concept of Plasters and mortars to the UAE. CEMEX plaster is delivered ready to use in, with a working life of up to 12 hours. The ‘Turath’ range of plasters is specifically designed to provide an appearance that matches to local historical architecture Sustainability strategy As the largest concrete producer in the world, CEMEX acknowledges its obligation to play a creative role in defining and supporting a sustainable construction industry. Meeting this obligation takes different forms. For example, through its partnership with the Urban Infrastructure Initiative in the World Business Council

for Sustainable Development, CEMEX focuses on developing urban transit infrastructure that minimises greenhouse gas emissions on new streets and highways. In the UAE, CEMEX first developed low carbon concretes for specific projects and have now made this available to all its customers and clients through the ReadyOur participation in the MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub, increasing the understanding of the performance characteristics of concrete and its main applications from a life cycle perspective. Working with partners in a number of countries, CEMEX has developed financing schemes that allow for more families who are in the bottom of the socio-economic pyramid to gain access to resilient and dignified housing. Accreditation CEMEX has received the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Certification, as well as ISO 9001 Quality and OHSAS 18001 Health and Safety Certification and has received numerous awards for their ethical business practices. 2009 United Nations’s Habitat Business Award in the category of Accessible Housing Solutions for Patrimonio Hoy and Centros Productivos de Autoempleo; CEMEX was also recognised in the UN Habitat Scroll of Honour UN Habitat 2008 Fourth Place in the Construction Materials sector - Ethical Ranking Index Covalence 5th Place Opportunities for the Majority Index (OMI) Innovest and the Inter-American Development Bank Corporate Social Responsibility Award Organisation: Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) 2007 The Corporate Citizen of the Americas Award The Trust for the Americas and Organisation of American States (OAS)

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2006 World Business Award International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), The Prince of Wales International Business Leaders Forum (IBLF) 2005 Woodrow Wilson Award for Corporate Citizenship Woodrow Wilson Centre 2002 WEC Gold Medal (2002) World Environment Centre (WEC) Advocating sustainability CEMEX considers its entire staff to be sustainability “champions” with a role to play in the efficient use of energy and resources. Supply-side management As part of its terms and conditions for suppliers, CEMEX expects them to comply with the company’s core values relating to anti bribery, human rights, labour, environment and health and safety.

For more information Cemex Dubai – Ready Mixed Concrete CEMEX TOPMIX LLC P.O. Box 37900 Al Quoz Industrial Area 3 Dubai, UAE T:+97143470427/477 ( Al Quoz) F: +97143471713 T:+97148801212 (Jebel Ali) F:+97148801033 info.dubai@cemex.com Dubai – Cement and Slag (GGBS) CEMEX FALCON LLC P.O. Box 66429 Jebel Ali Industrial Area Dubai, UAE T: +97148801212 F:+97148801033 Abu Dhabi – Ready Mixed Concrete CEMEX Supermix LLC P.O. Box 72071 Musaffah Industrial Area Abu Dhabi, UAE T: +97125515501 F: +97125515560 info.abudhabi@cemex.com www.cemex.com

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SAP continues to strengthen its position as a sustainability leader with its own operations

s market leader in enterprise application software, SAP helps companies of all sizes and industries work efficiently. Founded in 1972, SAP has a rich history of innovation and growth. Today, SAP has sales and development locations in more than 50 countries worldwide. SAP applications and services enable more than 197,000 customers worldwide to operate profitably, adapt continuously and grow sustainably. SAP Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is recognised as one of the fastest growing markets and a key investment area for SAP globally. SAP MENA signs an average of two to three new customers per week. The company has over 470 employees, more than 2,100 consultants and more than 75 partners, covering 16 countries across the region. The companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dedication to promoting the interest of the region and up-skilling local talent is part of SAPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Education offerings and academies which have been developed to fast-track enablement and deepen SAP expertise for new graduates and professionals respectively. SAP MENA today has over 20 universities from across the region that are part of its University Alliances programme which provides university faculty members with the tools and resources needed to teach students how technology can enable integrated business processes and strategic thinking

â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and gives students the skills to add immediate value to the market place. Products overview SAP is the world leader in enterprise applications in terms of software and software-related service revenue. From back office to boardroom, warehouse to storefront, desktop to mobile device, SAP empowers people and organisations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. They do this by extending the availability of software across on-premise installations, on-demand deployments and mobile devices. Sustainability strategy In 2011, SAP continued to strengthen its position as a sustainability leader with their own operations. It moved closer to the goal of reducing total greenhouse gas emissions to the level it was at in the year 2000 by 2020. For the fifth consecutive year, it increased its carbon efficiency (measured in emissions caused per euro of revenue), from 36 grams per euro in 2010 to 34 grams per euro in 2011. SAP also worked closely with the World Resource Institute to develop a new standard for looking at emissions across the

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entire value chain; from the hardware that supports their business to the use of their software. These innovations better position them to help their customers integrate sustainability into their own strategies and operations, thereby multiplying the total impact. As stated by Sap’s Co-CEOs Bill McDermott and Jim Hagemann Snabe, “we executed with excellence against SAP’s sustainability strategy in 2011”. More organisations than ever before turned to SAP to help them innovate for growth, optimise the use of resources, and inspire people to be their best. This led to double-digit growth for them in every quarter. We exceeded market expectations with full-year nonIFRS software and software-related service revenue growth of 15% (17% at constant currencies). Full-year nonIFRS operating profit reached €4.71 billion (€4.78 billion at constant currencies), resulting in a full-year non-IFRS operating margin increase of 1.1 percentage points at constant currencies to 33.1%. These results are proof that SAP’s strategy of growth through innovation is winning in the marketplace. SAP’s innovations are not only creating growth in new product areas, but

also driving strong demand for their core applications and analytics software.” SAP’s focus on sustainability and innovation allows them to seize new opportunities. Ultimately, their vision translates to improving people’s lives. For example, on top of managing and analysing information, their software enables companies to save energy and resources. It helps keep toxic chemicals out of a child’s toy, and reduces the risk of factory accidents. Accordingly, SAP is driving sustainability by innovating in each of their five key categories: applications, analytics, mobile, cloud, and database and technology. One example is their Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence application, which provides greater visibility into operations in such critical areas as safety, energy usage, unit performance, and inventory, thereby improving companies’ performance and producing significant cost savings. Accreditations • SAP in MENA is considered one of the key technology players in the region and has last year received the ‘Software Vendor of the Year’ award by CPI, one of the

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region’s leading publishing firms. IDC further recently recognised SAP as the number one Enterprise Application Software market player in MENA. Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index Carbon Performance Leadership Index Dow Jones Sustainability Index (SAP leads the software industry for the fifth consecutive year) FTSE4Good Global Challenges Index - Link Global 100 (Corporate Knights Inc. and Innovest Strategic Value Advisors ranking)

For further information on these and other recommendations and awards received by SAP please visit: http://www.sapsustainabilityreport.com/ recognition

Ethical supply-side management Improving their own sustainable performance gives them insight that will help their customers do the same. SAP has identified key metrics that cover three main areas of impact: environmental, social and economic. Each is critical as they work to create a sustainable future for SAP, their customers and society. SAP will continue to work toward a goal of reducing their own carbon emissions to reach the level of the year 2000 level by 2020, even as their business continues to grow. They have also set a target to increase the percentage of women in management at SAP to 25 per cent (from the current 18.7 per cent) by 2017, a reflection of their belief that sustainability demands a diverse workforce. SAP has also committed to positively impacting one million lives in countries around the world through their talent, technology and capital. Their strategy is shaped by their commitment to thinking not just about short-term profitability, but longterm impacts.

For more information SAP Middle East and North Africa LLC Dubai Office: 16th Floor, Arenco Tower Sheikh Zayed Road P.O. Box 118353 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi Office: East Tower, 2nd and 3rd Floor P.O. Box 33777 Abu Dhabi, UAE T: +97144407395 F: +97144407333 info.mena@sap.com

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An award winning waste management company, which sets the standard in the GCC

stablished in 2007 and headquartered in Sharjah, Bee’ah is the Middle East’s leading and award-winning fully integrated environment and waste management company. Through the use of international best practices and by operating in line with the guiding principles of the ISO9001 and the ISO14000, the company has successfully invested and built its integrated infrastructure and implemented programmes relating directly to waste management. At the BGreen Magazine Awards 2013 Bee’ah was named Best Waste Management Company. Since its establishment, Bee’ah has been committed to the well being of the environment and improvement in the quality of life for each and every member of the community, aiming to achieve its vision for 2015 to reach 100% diversion of waste from landfill for the Emirate of Sharjah. Bee’ah uses a cradleto-cradle initiative through implementing a holistic economic, industrial and social framework, which promotes the Four R’s - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Recover. Being at the forefront of positive environmental change, Bee’ah endeavours to turn material and physical waste into recycled resources that can be re-used by the community. Thus, the company is working towards helping people and economies prosper while using fewer inputs. Bee’ah has a responsibility to not only build the systems and infrastructure

required for such a transition, but also to foster the leadership and social change required to make it successful. Through the use of infrastructure and programmes, Bee’ah educates the community by placing strong emphasis on the importance of the environmental principles.

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Sustainability strategy Bee’ah touches and transforms thoughts, attitudes and behaviours in individuals, communities and businesses enabling them to lead positive sustainable growth by providing the infrastructure, tools, facilities and initiatives to turn waste materials into resources. Bee’ah strives to position Sharjah as the environmental capital of the region, has tthe goal to divert 100% of waste from landfill by 2015. This will make Sharjah the first city in the Middle East and the Arab World to achieve Zero-Waste to landfill. As part of its growth and expansion strategy, Bee’ah has expanded its local street cleaning and waste collection operations to include all the industrial areas of Sharjah, and has launched its air quality monitoring project. Moreover, Bee’ah has taken its first steps in its journey of regional expansion by setting up and establishing its first office outside the UAE, in Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and is expected to make a significant contribution to the improvement of the kingdom’s environment. In 2012 its Residential Recycling programme across the city of Sharjah saw the introduction of 2,000 pairs of blue and green bins, to encourage waste segregation (blue for recyclables and green for general waste). Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) were the first recycling incentive scheme of its kind in the region,

introduced by Bee’ah at the beginning of 2012. Machines accept plastic bottles and aluminium cans and in return for reward vouchers from participating malls and shops. Bee’ah has launched an accompanying loyalty programme to help promote advocacy amongst the youth and the public at large which ties up with the launch of RVMs. Its Waste Management Centre in Al Saj’ah represents an entirely new approach to managing waste in this region. Construction waste is taken to the Construction & Demolition Waste Recycling Facility (CDW). Used tyres are sent to the Tyre Recycling Facility and municipal solid waste to the Material Recovery Facility (MRF) and the Compost Plant. Company values Bee’ah is committed to leading the region’s environmental change and understands that change has to start from within. As part of Bee’ah’s work culture and policies, all employees are required to live the company values by reducing energy consumption within offices and to recycle at home. The results of an internal audit conducted to measure the effectiveness of internal recycling drive showed that the recycling rate is approximately 91.7% at the head office; while the Tandeef office scored a 95.8% recycling rate.

Taking a step further, Bee’ah is introducing a fifth R: Redeem. It will award loyal members of the myBee’ah Loyalty Programme redeemable points for every environmental action they take, whether is it through recycling at the newly installed Reverse Vending Machines, volunteering for a Bee’ah event, or even attending one. The main purpose of this programme is to empower residents of the UAE to take sustainable actions for the good of the environment. As a result of all the collective efforts exhorted by Bee’ah, the company is already on the path to achieving its goal of diverting 100% of generated waste in Sharjah from the landfill, for alternative uses, and hopes to bring its experiences to the rest of the UAE and the GCC region.

For more information Bee’ah 1st floor Lagoon Tower, Buhairah Corniche P.O. Box 20248 Sharjah, UAE T: +97165729000 F: +97165729333 info@beeah.ae www.beeah.ae

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