On Tuesday 14 October, Geoff Allen shared his journey, beginning with his first sustainability report in 2016, and offered practical tips for navigating the complexities of ESG disclosures.
The session covered:
- Current sustainability trends across Middle Eastern jurisdictions, including green financing, net-zero commitments, and rising transparency.
- Regulatory developments in countries such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Egypt.
- Updates to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards, including materiality, stakeholder inclusiveness, and sector-specific disclosures.
- Best practices for backing up sustainability reporting with robust data, including software tools, KPIs, and frameworks.
- Lessons learned from Geoff’s experience, including how to avoid greenwashing, improve data credibility, and embed ESG into corporate culture.
Whether you're just starting your sustainability journey or looking to refine your reporting practices, this webinar provided valuable insights and actionable strategies.
The webinar session was recorded and can be viewed here:
