CARE ESG Awards 2025 Highlights Major Achievements in Sustainability, Climate Action, and ESG
The CARE ESG Awards 2025 celebrated leaders and innovators who are accelerating sustainability, clean energy, climate resilience, and responsible growth across the region. Held during the inaugural climate action, renewable energy, and sustainability forum, the event highlighted meaningful contributions that advance environmental stewardship, renewable energy adoption, resource efficiency, social impact, and transparent governance. Moreover, attendees noted that the awards created renewed momentum for measurable progress across these pillars.
“The CARE ESG Awards spotlighted initiatives that exemplify innovation, transparency, and measurable outcomes, setting a benchmark for sustainability, social responsibility, and climate excellence in the region.” said Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO. He continued, “Congratulations to all the winners for their outstanding contributions, commitment, and influence in advancing the region’s transition to low-carbon, sustainable, and responsible growth.”
The ceremony, which included a gala dinner, brought together changemakers from finance, energy, healthcare, education, mobility, and technology. This diverse gathering further emphasised how cross-sector collaboration continues to shape the region’s sustainability landscape. Sal Jafar, CEO of ESG Mena, said, “Attended by policy makers, enterprises, innovators, investors, and other members of the sustainability ecosystem, the CARE ESG Awards underscored the growing prominence of ESG practices in advancing MENA’s economic, environmental, and social development.”
Celebrating High-Impact Initiatives Across MENA
Winners were honoured across fifteen categories representing critical pillars of the region’s sustainability transformation.
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Best ESG Industrial Program Award – Arabian Gulf Steel Industries (AGSI)
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Best ESG Program in Education Award – GEMS Education
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Impactful Renewable Energy Project Award – NMDC Group
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ESG Personality of the Year Award – ADNOC Distribution
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Impact Finance Award – Riyad Bank
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Best ESG Food, Water & Agritech Program Award – Taqa Water Solutions
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ESG Governance Award – Dubai Chambers
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Green Health Award – Burjeel Hospitals
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Industrial Recycling Award – Envirol by Alserkal
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ESG Social Contribution Award – ADNOC Distribution
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Tech Solution Advancing ESG: Water Technology Award – Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC)
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Best Clean Energy Campus Award – University of Dubai
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Sustainable Development Leader Award – Dr. Sharanprakash R. Patil
The recognition inspired organisations to continue expanding their sustainability ambitions. “GEMS Education is honoured to receive the Education ESG Program Award, a recognition of our commitment to embedding sustainability and responsible practices across both our learning environments and operations,” said Yohaan Cama, Head of Corporate Sustainability. Jay Verkey, Deputy CEO, added, “We will continue to push the boundaries of what responsible, future-ready education should look like for our communities, our students, and the region.”
Riyad Bank shared, “Riyad Bank is honoured to receive the CARE ESG Award, a recognition that reflects the tangible progress we are making toward building a more sustainable and resilient financial sector in our region…. This acknowledgment reinforces our determination to elevate our efforts and to continue playing a leading role in shaping a more sustainable future for our customers, communities, and the region.”
“We are honoured to receive the CARE ESG Award, which reaffirms our commitment to sustainable healthcare…. This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team and strengthens our resolve to support the UAE’s sustainability agenda and move confidently toward our net-zero goals,” said Dr. Mujtaba Ali Khan, CEO of Burjeel Medical City.
Asam Hussain, Founder & CEO of AGSI, said, “Low-carbon steel is becoming a key consideration in the region’s development plans, and this has been a defining focus for AGSI from the outset. Independent verification of our emissions performance has built confidence in what we deliver and is influencing expectations in a hard-to-abate sector. Receiving a third award this month recognises the contribution we are making to this shift.”
Advancing Collaboration and Long-Term Sustainability Vision
Beyond the awards, the gathering encouraged deeper dialogue and collaboration among regional sustainability leaders. As participants noted, the event not only recognised achievement but also motivated ongoing action that will influence the region’s ESG priorities for years to come. As a result, the CARE ESG Awards are expected to continue serving as a catalyst for transforming sustainability ambitions into competitive advantage.
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