Chamber highlights practices for reducing environmental impact

dubai — The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently gathered members of the business community in Dubai and highlighted the global best practices for reducing companies’ environmental impact.

Organised by the Sustainability in Supply Chain Task Force under the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network, the fifth edition of the Dubai Sustainable Supply Chain Forum provided an ideal platform for various supply chain stakeholders to initiate a dialogue and share their experiences in this area.

During the forum, representatives from PepsiCo and Nestlé shared specific examples of initiatives they have implemented which have improved efficiency within their supply chains, while a presentation from the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment highlighted opportunities and challenges related to climate change in the UAE. Following the presentations, the attendees participated in an open discussion and identified key sustainability challenges they are currently facing, as well as potential solutions to address them. Dr Belaid Rettab, senior director, Economic Research and Sustainable Business Development Sector, Dubai Chamber, noted the forum supports Dubai Chamber’s efforts to facilitate cooperation on sustainability and foster a culture of CSR within the business community. Rettab explained that the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network regularly organises seminars, forums and knowledge sharing sessions which aim to guide companies that are keen to integrate responsible business practices into their operations, adding that such events support the sustainability goals outlined under the Dubai Plan 2021.