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August 22, 2026

ESG

The Energy & Environment Alliance has launched a global consultation to develop the first sector-wide sustainability accounting standards for hotels and lodging. Backed by members representing over 50,000 hotels and £360bn in capital, the initiative aims to produce audit-grade disclosure rules aligned with IFRS S1 and S2, shaping how hospitality assets are financed, insured and valued.
TECOM Group PJSC has announced that 55% of the gross leasable area across its commercial portfolio in Dubai has achieved LEED certification, highlighting the Group’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development under its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework. The achievement follows the receipt of 12 new certifications from the US Green Building Council during the first half of 2025.
Sobha Realty has achieved a major milestone with the successful issuance of its USD 750 million Green Sukuk, the largest of its kind by a real estate developer globally. Oversubscribed by 2.8 times, the landmark transaction reflects strong investor confidence in the company’s financial stability and sustainability commitments.
Aermec has launched two new propane-based heat pumps, the PRM and PRG, designed for commercial buildings and industrial applications, offering high-capacity heating and cooling with ultra-low GWP refrigerant.

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