{"id":5029,"date":"2026-05-27T07:15:06","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T07:15:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/olivegaea.com\/blog\/?p=5029"},"modified":"2026-05-27T08:11:26","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T08:11:26","slug":"bdo-in-the-uae-and-olive-gaea-enter-a-strategic-partnership-to-accelerate-esg-tech-adoption-across-the-emirates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/olivegaea.com\/blog\/bdo-in-the-uae-and-olive-gaea-enter-a-strategic-partnership-to-accelerate-esg-tech-adoption-across-the-emirates\/","title":{"rendered":"BDO in the UAE and Olive Gaea enter a strategic partnership to accelerate ESG tech adoption across the Emirates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>BDO in the UAE, one of the leading audit and advisory firms, and; Olive Gaea, a UAE-based technology-driven sustainability solutions provider, today announced the formation of a strategic partnership to jointly deliver comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) services to organizations across the United Arab Emirates.<\/p>\n<p>As part of this partnership, BDO in the UAE and Olive Gaea will support clients using\u00a0 AI-native ESG intelligence Zero platform, which enable organizations to automate ESG data collection, streamline regulatory and voluntary reporting, and manage comprehensive carbon accounting across Scopes 1, 2, and 3. The platform delivers PCAF &#8211; aligned financed emissions capabilities and is\u00a0 the first in the MENA region to achieve this accreditation, empowering financial institutions and corporates to meet evolving disclosure and assurance requirements with confidence.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cThis partnership reflects BDO\u2019s commitment to supporting the UAE\u2019s ambitious sustainability goals. We recognize that the ESG landscape is evolving rapidly, and our clients need a trusted partner that can deliver both rigorous assurance and practical, technology-enabled insights. Olive Gaea\u2019s platform and regional expertise make them the ideal partner to extend the breadth and depth of our ESG offering across the UAE and GCC.\u201d \u2013 Shivendra Jha, Partner, Head of Advisory, BDO<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cAt Olive Gaea, we have always believed that sustainability transformation requires both technology and trust. Partnering with BDO \u2013 a globally recognized name in assurance and advisory \u2013 allows us to offer our clients a truly end-to-end solution: from data collection and ESG scoring to independent verification and stakeholder reporting. This is a defining moment for sustainable business in the UAE.\u201d \u2013 Mr. Vivek Tripathi, Co-founder and CEO, Olive Gaea<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>BDO brings deep global ESG expertise combined with strong local market knowledge in the UAE. Their multidisciplinary teams of ESG strategists, sustainability professionals, financial experts, and assurance specialists work closely with organizations to convert sustainability commitments into measurable, decision &#8211; ready outcomes. Through this partnership, BDO in the UAE will help clients integrate robust ESG data governance, assurance &#8211; ready reporting, and credible verification processes using the Zero platform.<\/p>\n<p>BDO in the UAE has established a strong reputation for helping organizations move beyond compliance toward achievable, auditable, and value\u2011creating sustainability outcomes. Partnering with Olive Gaea reinforces BDO\u2019s ability to offer technology\u2011enabled ESG solutions that enhance the credibility of disclosures and support long\u2011term business resilience.<\/p>\n<p>The agreement outlines a joint approach covering market entry strategy, distribution, certification guidance, and localized implementation support within the UAE. Companies aiming for compliance and ESG end-to-end support will benefit from this partnership.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>About BDO<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>BDO is one of the world\u2019s largest networks of professional services firms, providing assurance, tax, and advisory services to a wide range of publicly traded and privately held companies. With presence in more than 160 countries and territories, and a global team of over 100,000 people, BDO helps clients navigate the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly changing business environment. In the UAE, BDO has a longstanding reputation for delivering high-quality, locally informed services underpinned by global standards for more than 50 years. For more information, please visit: <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bdo.ae\/getattachment\/342859bd-8189-4d94-81b1-d8da1e1180c6\/ESG-25-11-2025-1-(1).pdf?lang=en-GB\">BDO UAE &#8211; ESG and Sustainability Services<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p>BDO Chartered Accountants &amp; Advisors, a partnership firm registered in Dubai, is a member of BDO International Limited, a UK Company Limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms. BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO Member Firms.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Olive Gaea<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Olive Gaea is a UAE-based sustainability tech company enabling organizations to transform ESG from a reporting obligation into a strategic advantage. Through its AI-native proprietary platform \u201cZero\u201d, Olive Gaea leverages advanced analytics, machine learning, and automation to convert complex, fragmented data into real-time, decision-grade ESG intelligence.<\/p>\n<p>By combining cutting-edge technology with deep domain expertise, Olive Gaea empowers businesses to streamline disclosures, enhance transparency, and drive measurable environmental and financial outcomes. 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