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Introducing ZERO’s Double Materiality Module: Clarity, Compliance, and Confidence in One Platform

Why Double Materiality Is Now Critical for Sustainability Reporting Sustainability reporting is entering a new era of accountability. With evolving global standards such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), GRI, and ISSB, organisations…

PCAF’s Updated Global GHG Accounting Standard: What Financial Institutions in MENA Need to Know

December 3, 20250Comments

As the first and ONLY accredited PCAF partner in the MENA region, Olive Gaea is pleased to share the latest update from the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) to its Global…

COP30 Key Takeaways: What the Outcomes Mean for Global Climate Action and What to Watch Next

November 27, 20250Comments

As organisations, policymakers, and climate leaders try to understand what COP30 really delivered, one question dominates search intent globally: Did COP30 accelerate climate action — and what should businesses prepare for next? While this year’s…

ESG Is Reshaping Real Estate in the GCC. Here’s What Developers and Investors Need to Know

November 26, 20250Comments

Sustainability, ESG, green construction, and low-carbon buildings are now strategic priorities across the GCC. As Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar scale major infrastructure and real-estate development, the region is becoming a global testbed for…

Carbon price and internal carbon lock-in

Understanding Carbon Pricing and Carbon Lock-in: Why Businesses Must Act Now

November 13, 20250Comments

Climate change has shifted from a distant policy concern to an immediate business risk. With rising global temperatures, intensifying regulation, and expanding carbon markets, the way we value and price carbon is undergoing a fundamental…

GCC sustainable aviation SAF and net-zero roadmap

Sustainability in Aviation: How the Industry Is Redefining the Future of Flight

November 13, 20250Comments

Aviation contributes nearly 2.5% of global CO₂ emissions, and with air travel demand expected to double by 2040, the need for sustainable transformation has become urgent. Across the world—and especially in the GCC region—the aviation…

How Sports Can Become a Game-Changer in Sustainability

October 16, 20250Comments

In recent years, sustainability has shifted from being a “nice-to-have” to a strategic necessity across industries. The sports sector—known for its cultural influence, vast fan base, and global reach—is uniquely positioned to accelerate climate action.…

Sustainability and Gen Z: Living in the Age of Climate Urgency

September 11, 20250Comments

Don’t leave the tap running; switch off the lights when not in use; choose a bicycle instead of a car — these are common sustainability tips we’ve all heard. But for Gen Z, sustainability isn’t…

Financial institutions measuring financed emissions using the PCAF methodology for net-zero alignment.

Understanding Financed Emissions: The Key to Achieving Net Zero for Financial Institutions

February 6, 20250Comments

Financial institutions hold the key to driving the transition to a low-carbon economy. While operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2) are a focus for many, financed emissions—those generated through lending, investments, and other financial…

Top ESG Trends in 2025 - Olive Gaea Insights

Top ESG Trends to Watch in 2025: A Global Perspective with Insights from Olive Gaea

December 23, 20240Comments

Top ESG Trends to Watch in 2025: A Global Perspective with Insights from Olive Gaea 2025 will mark a pivotal year for businesses aligning with sustainability goals amidst new regulations, tech innovations, and shifting…

The Role of the Insurance Industry in Achieving Net Zero Emissions

March 9, 20230Comments

The issue of climate change has become a global imperative that requires urgent and decisive action. Rapid decarbonization and Net Zero emissions are crucial to keep 1.5C in reach. The insurance industry can play a…

Dubai-based Olive Gaea launches corporate app to engage and reward employees for their sustainable behaviour

July 20, 20220Comments

The Newtrl app supports organisations across the region to measure and achieve their climate action goals while rewarding employees for creating a carbon-neutral world Dubai 19 July 2022: The Dubai-based Olive Gaea providing Net Zero solutions to private…