Emirates Environmental Group

Business Group Sustainability

About

The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) is a pioneering non-governmental organization established in 1991 in Dubai, dedicated to environmental protection through education, action programs, and community involvement. As the UAE's leading environmental NGO, EEG serves a diverse membership base that includes corporations, government agencies, educational institutions, families, and individuals of all nationalities. The organization holds the distinction of being the first environmental NGO in the world to receive ISO 14001 certification and maintains accredited status with the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

EEG plays a vital role in Dubai's business ecosystem by providing a comprehensive platform for environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility. Through its extensive waste management campaigns, the organization facilitates the recycling of paper, plastic, aluminum cans, glass, toners, mobile phones, e-waste, and scrap metals, helping businesses meet their sustainability targets while reducing their environmental footprint. The group also organizes educational programs, panel discussions, and networking events that bring together stakeholders from across sectors to address pressing environmental challenges and share best practices.

With over three decades of experience and a network spanning more than 2,000 volunteers across the UAE, EEG continues to be a driving force in advancing the UAE's sustainability agenda. The organization's commitment to implementing UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in areas of sustainable cities, responsible consumption, climate action, and effective partnerships, makes it an essential partner for businesses seeking to enhance their environmental credentials and contribute to the UAE's vision for a sustainable future.

Mission & Mandate

The Emirates Environmental Group is committed to contributing positively to the advancement of sustainable development in the UAE by acting as a focal point for people of all nationalities and ages concerned with environmental protection and responsible waste management.

Core Objectives:

• Increase the level of public awareness on all local, regional and global environmental issues through education and community engagement

• Promote positive environmental action by individuals and organizations through active participation in specific projects, campaigns and activities

• Propagate community waste reduction and recycling schemes, both as a means of protecting the environment and as a flagship for improving the community's environmental awareness

• Assist concerned authorities in implementing environmental programs and projects where possible

• Foster exchange of information, experience and practices in areas of environmental expertise

• Compile and maintain a database on various environmental issues and make it available to the public and institutions

• Mobilize the support of experts on various environmental issues from the public and private sectors

• Liaise with various target groups within the community to spread the environmental message and encourage volunteerism in preserving and protecting the environment

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