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impact that it brings , businesses must work within the right ecosystem of partners to drive value and integrate sustainability into their overall propositions . Today , no business can solve sustainability challenges on its own ; collaborations and partnerships are the way forward .
“ This is our mantra for the journey ahead with our customers and partners . As a global community , we need to embrace digital technology to create solutions that build symbiotic relationships between businesses , helping to remove roadblocks and speed up our sustainability efforts . Our core mission is to be a partner of choice for government and large companies that aim at working together towards a sustainable future , leveraging on technology and innovative solutions ,” says Salvador Anglada , CEO of e & enterprise .
In this regard , e & has positioned itself as a vital ecosystem component . By working closely with regional corporations and enterprises , it has reinforced that technology can be a powerful force for positive change .
In order to prepare for the future , companies should consider sustainability beyond a short-term perspective .
The group has consistently showcased its dedication to the ESG agenda , making significant strides in its sustainability strategy and intensifying its contribution to global climate action with some key moves .
Its recent announcement as the ‘ Principal Technology Partner ’ at COP28 , reinforces COP27 pledge to attain net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions for its operations in the UAE by 2030 , aligning with the Group ’ s strategy to approach net zero and champion global climate action for a sustainable future . It has also prioritised initiatives that reduce its carbon footprint , mainly through enhanced energy efficiency and adopting renewable energy sources .
Specifically catering to enterprise-level sustainability challenges , e & enterprise has embraced this transformation chapter taking a crucial role in supporting companies in shaping a sustainable future through the use of technology . Innovation , transformation , and sustainability are more interconnected than ever , and e & enterprise is addressing the need for sustainable transformation .
Salvador further explains the relevance and impact of this on e & enterprise ’ s business and operations , “ Sustainability is not an end state but a factor that will have to be embedded in the strategy of every company . To support companies more effectively in their transformation journey , we are intensifying our commitment putting technology at the service of sustainability , working closely with partners like Microsoft and others : by deepening our understanding
of business requirements and designing solutions to help organisations deliver on their sustainability agenda .”
An example is the collaboration with Dubai Multi Commodities Centre ( DMCC ) for its Smart District . As part of DMCC ’ s Smart and Sustainable Strategy , DMCC and e & enterprise partnered to transform Jumeirah Lake Towers into a Smart District by implementing various smart city technologies focused on addressing the challenges related to fulfilling sustainability objectives .
The solutions deployed integrated smart buildings , street lighting , waste management , parking , and environmental monitoring , resulting in reduced field operations , lower energy consumption while improving service utilisation , and transforming JLT into the region ’ s first smart and sustainable district .
ESG as a driver
In order to prepare for the future , companies should consider sustainability beyond a short-term perspective . This involves considering several disruptions that can impact business models such as access to
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