ESG Archives - Olive Gaea

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…

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.…

SMEs leading sustainability in UAE under climate law

Building Resilience: How SMEs Can Lead the Sustainability Charge in the UAE

August 22, 20250Comments

In an era where the global sustainability agenda faces turbulence, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have a pivotal role in driving climate action. While the US experiences ESG pushback and parts of Europe soften their…

Business team reviewing ESG strategy framework to build resilience, attract investors, and ensure regulatory compliance.

ESG Strategy: The Ultimate Guide for Building Resilient Businesses

August 11, 20250Comments

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are transforming the way organizations operate, invest, and grow. Far beyond a compliance checkbox, a robust ESG strategy is now vital for building resilient businesses that attract investment, earn…

Podcast episode on ESG in insurance with Racha Mukaiyed"

How the Insurance Industry Can Lead in ESG Integration: Insights from Racha Mukaiyed

May 28, 20250Comments

In a recent episode of Sustainability Unplugged , Olive Gaea’s Co-founder and CMO, Jessica Scopacasa, sat down with Racha Mukaiyed, Managing Director at Howden, to discuss what it really takes to embed ESG into…