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…
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…
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…
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…
Climate-Tech leader Olive Gaea and award-winning sustainability communications agency Blue Gecko Consulting have announced a strategic partnership to help businesses across the GCC and beyond achieve sustainability goals and communicate their progress with purpose and clarity.
The partnership…
In a decisive step toward realizing its Net Zero by 2050 target, the United Arab Emirates has enacted two major climate laws in 2024 that elevate sustainability from a corporate value to a legal obligation.…
As climate-related risks and regulations reshape the financial landscape, institutions are increasingly expected to account for their environmental impact. Their influence on global carbon emissions lies not only in their operations but also in their…
The construction industry in the GCC region is undergoing a monumental shift. In our recent webinar, industry leaders such as Pavan Chilukuri (Holcim), Dr. Jagannathan P. (Sobha Realty), Luma Saqqaf (Ajyal Sustainability), and…
The construction industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is experiencing a pivotal transformation. Once driven solely by rapid development and infrastructure growth, the sector is now under increasing pressure to address its environmental…
By Jessica Scopacasa, Co-founder & CMO at Olive Gaea
The UAE is entering a pivotal phase in its sustainability and climate action efforts with the introduction of two significant regulatory frameworks: Federal Decree-Law No. (11)…
In an era marked by environmental challenges and the urgent need for climate action, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative tool to drive sustainability initiatives. From optimizing resource use to enhancing climate resilience,…
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…