Category: Blog

Dubai Chamber Introduces ESG Label to Promote Sustainable Business Practices Original Article: https://esgnews.com/dubai-chamber-introduces-esg-label-to-promote-sustainable-business-practices/ Promoting Sustainable Growth: The Dubai Chamber’s ESG Label aims to embed sustainability into business practices, aligning with global best practices. Holistic Evaluation: The label evaluates ESG maturity and readiness, providing companies with actionable insights to enhance their sustainability efforts. Increased Business Value: Companies that earn the…

Unlocking ROI for indoor air quality monitoring in offices In today’s evolving business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to optimize operations and enhance employee well-being in workplaces. One of the most critical aspect of employee well-being is indoor air quality (IAQ).   It is established that, indoor air significantly impacts employee productivity, health & wellness, and…

UAE sets pace for Environmental Sustainability across MEA Original Article – https://www.sustainabilitymenews.com/environmental-social/uae-sets-pace-for-environmental-sustainability-across-mea  The United Arab Emirates remains the leader, by most key measures, in environmental sustainability and climate action across the Gulf and Africa, says a new Agility Global report that tracks government and business policies, practices and investment related to the environment. The findings, are…

Smart Workplaces: Merging Technology and Human Needs Digital technology is reimagining the way workplaces operate and people do business. Developments such as the internet of things (IoT) present a variety of diverse opportunities across many industries and are also transforming modern workplaces and service operations. This shift is evident in the trend toward creating smart office —…

ESG Implementation is Soaring in Dubai as Only 8% Haven’t Adopted an ESG Programme Original Article – https://thefintechtimes.com/esg-implementation-is-soaring-in-dubai-as-only-8-havent-adopted-an-esg-programme/ A new study by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has revealed the motivations of companies, assessed potential obstacles to ESG implementation, and highlighted the positive impact of…

Mandating Indoor Air Quality for Public Buildings: A Vital Public Health Strategy Original Article –https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/healthybuildings/2024/03/28/mandating-indoor-air-quality-for-public-buildings-a-vital-public-health-strategy/ Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a fundamental yet frequently underestimated aspect of public health, especially highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This often-neglected facet impacts health, productivity, and learning. In an article published in SCIENCE, 40+ international experts, including Professor Joseph Allen,…

Challenges solved by an IoT-based automated washroom management system – WashroomIQ Occupied spaces within workplaces have been the focus for workplace technology-led digitization to increase efficiency & make them more smart but unoccupied spaces especially washrooms have been neglected to a certain degree. Ensuring a clean and healthy washroom for users while optimizing cost can be…

National Air Quality Agenda 2031 has been announced by MoCCAE Original article  – https://www.mepmiddleeast.com/news/national-air-quality-agenda-2031-moccae The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) has launched the National Air Quality Agenda 2031, approved by the UAE Cabinet in June 2022. The agenda provides a general framework to lead and align federal and local government entities and the private sector…

It’s Time for Companies to Monitor Workplace Air Quality This article was written by: Joseph G. Allen Original article – https://hbr.org/2023/11/its-time-for-companies-to-monitor-workplace-air-quality    When the Canadian wildfire smoke hit New York City in June, I got a call from a senior executive with a pressing question: was the air inside their company’s building safe for employees to breathe?…

Enhancing workplace security and efficiency: The benefits of a digital visitor management system In today’s digital age, where an organization’s first impression is of utmost importance, a visitor management system (VMS) plays a crucial role. In this newsletter, we will delve into how a visitor management system (VMS) benefits an organization in digitally orchestrating the…