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Tawasul Transport Drives Green Innovation by Launching First Hydrogen-Powered Taxi in Abu Dhabi

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Tawasul Transport Drives Green Innovation by Launching First Hydrogen-Powered Taxi in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, UAE, November 30 2023: The Emirate of Abu Dhabi is set for its first green-hydrogen-powered smart taxi experience. Tawasul Transport, a leading transport company, is collaborating with ADNOC, the Integrated Transport Center (ITC) and Al Futtaim Motors, to create this trailblazing sustainable urban mobility initiative.

Tawasul Transport, together with Al Futtaim Motors, will provide the operational data, including kilometers driven, green hydrogen consumption, operating hours and clean refueling procedures. By adopting a transparent data-driven approach, operational efficiency can be improved while accelerating the integration of sustainable and innovative transport solutions.

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Technologies

Ahead of COP28, New Global SAP Survey Shows KSA Companies are at Forefront

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Ahead of COP28, New Global SAP Survey Shows KSA Companies are at Forefront in Recognizing Business Benefits of Sustainability Strategies

  • Almost half (49.7%) of Saudi companies see a strong positive relation between profitability and environmental sustainability, compared to only 30.1% in the remaining countries surveyed 
  • A majority (58.9%) of Saudi companies report that environmental issues inform their strategic and operational decision-making to a strong degree
Ahmed AlFaifi, SAP

RIYADH, KSA — November 29, 2023— As the Middle East hosts the UN Climate Change COP event for the second year in a row, a new survey from global technology company SAP SE has highlighted the success of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s deep commitment to sustainability.

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DUBAI HOLDING UNVEILS SUSTAINABILITY SERIES AT COP28

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DUBAI HOLDING UNVEILS SUSTAINABILITY SERIES AT COP28

  • The Group’s programme of inspiring sustainability talks and presentations are open to the public at its showcase space  

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 30 November 2023: Dubai Holding, a diversified global investment company with operations in 13 countries and a Principal Pathway Partner at the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), is set to host a series of engaging talks and presentations from 3 to 12 December 2023, at Expo City Dubai.

Four daily informative talks and presentations, hosted at Dubai Holding’s showcase space, will offer attendees a comprehensive overview of Dubai Holding’s sustainability initiatives, including design and construction, waste management, community development and hospitality. Aiming to foster awareness and drive engagement on climate action, the programme will also include a number of inspiring talks with expert speakers from local and international companies.

Open to all event attendees, the sessions will take place in the Energy Transition Hub, and are categorised into four key themes:  

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Education

Pearson Study: Generative AI to impact white collar more than blue-collar jobs in 10 years

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How Gen AI Proof is your job?

New Pearson research shows Generative AI will have greater impact on white collar jobs than blue collar jobs in next 10 years

30 November 2023 – New workplace research from Pearson, the world’s leading learning company, finds that white-collar roles are under greater threat from generative AI than blue-collar roles, as the technology takes a greater foothold in the global economy.

The latest instalment of Pearson’s Skills Outlook series looks at ‘Gen AI Proof Jobs’ – analysing the impact of generative AI on more than 5000 jobs in five countries – Australia, Brazil, India, the US and UK.

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‘Sadhguru in Dubai – Meet, Mingle and Meditate’ on Dec 9th in Dubai

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Renowned Yogi Sadhguru to bring the first-ever and largest meditation programme to Dubai this December 9th

On 9 December, Sadhguru, the renowned and world-famous Yogi, will host a meditation programme in Dubai, with over 12,000 people expected to participate.

The programme will take place at Dubai’s Coca-Cola arena, and is titled ‘Sadhguru in Dubai – Meet, Mingle and Meditate’.

‘Sadhguru in Dubai – Meet, Mingle and Meditate’ aims to bring the transformative power of meditation and Yoga to the heart of the UAE, providing a unique opportunity for individuals to discover timeless insights to modern day challenges, and meditate with Sadhguru in person.

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