Dubai Chambers Advances Sustainability Agenda And Saves Over 72,000 Litres Of Water In A Year Through Participation In 'Dubai Can' Initiative
Date
8/24/2023 7:22:08 AM
(MENAFN- Mid-East.Info) Dubai Chambers saved the equivalent of 3,822 five-gallon bottles of water and successfully promoted a culture of responsibility among employees. The installation of 23 filtered drinking water dispenser units connected to DEWA's potable water supply at the chambers' headquarters has also successfully reduced PET plastic bottle usage.
Dubai, – Dubai Chambers has contributed to the emirate's drive for sustainability by saving a total of 72,239 litres of water between June 2022 and June 2023, equivalent to 3,822 five-gallon bottles. The savings were achieved as part of the chambers' participation in 'Dubai Can', a sustainability initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai.
'Dubai Can' is aimed at educating and mobilising all segments of society to reduce waste and protect the environment. Dubai Chambers has introduced a series of measures to implement best practices in sustainability through its Centre for Responsible Business. These include installing water filters and providing employees with refillable water bottles to discourage the use of single-use plastic water bottles.
The chambers has installed a total of 23 filtered drinking water dispenser units on all floors at its Dubai headquarters, which are connected to DEWA's potable water supply. These measures positioned Dubai Chambers as a positive example for companies that are keen to adopt sustainable and responsible business practices.
The measures adopted come as part of the chamber's strong commitment to promoting responsible and sustainable practices and raising awareness on how small changes in daily habits can have significant impacts on the environment, society, and health.
'Dubai Can' seeks to reduce single-use plastic water bottle waste in the city by encouraging individuals to use refillable water bottles, enabling access to free and safe drinking water through the installation and use of water stations across Dubai, and creating a culture of consciliving by driving awareness on plastic alternatives and sustainability issues.
About Dubai Chambers:
Dubai Chambers is a non-profit public entity that supports Dubai's vision as a global player by empowering businesses, providing innovative value-added services and access to influential networks. In March 2021, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the and Ruler of Dubai, announced the restructuring of Dubai Chamber and the formation of three chambers for the emirate, namely, Dubai Chamber of Commerce, Dubai International Chamber, and Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, which now operate under Dubai Chambers. For more information, please visiton:
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