Farnek, a leader in sustainable facilities management and environmental solutions, has signed a groundbreaking initiative with the UAE Alliance for Climate Action (UACA) to accelerate the transition to green transportation alternatives and reduce transport emissions in the country. The UACA’s Road2.0 initiative aims to implement and validate science-based carbon emissions reduction targets in the near-term and long-term to achieve the UAE’s “Net-Zero North Star” goal.
As an initial signatory, Farnek will deploy commercial Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) into business operations to reduce emissions in the short and medium term. Over time, the UAE ecology will benefit from the integration of Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) within commercial fleets, which will play an essential role in reducing emissions associated with the transport sector.
Currently, commercial road transport accounts for more than 10% of the UAE’s overall emissions, and Road2.0 aims to unite stakeholders to support the Net Zero Strategic Initiative 2050 and Demand Side Management Strategy 2050 (Green Mobility Programme) by accelerating the decarbonization of road transport. Markus Oberlin, Farnek CEO, emphasized the importance of promoting sustainable practices and environmental responsibility within the business community.
Other distinguished signatories of the Road2.0 initiative include Talabat and Unilever Gulf FZE, two industry giants that are committed to promoting sustainable and environmentally-friendly business practices. The signing ceremony, held at expocity Green Zone, was attended by 15 signatories at the forefront of transport in the UAE and represents an important step towards realizing the decarbonized society envisioned by the Paris Agreement and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative.
Farnek’s commitment to reducing emissions and promoting sustainable practices highlights its leadership in sustainable facilities management and environmental solutions. The signing of this groundbreaking programme represents the latest step in Farnek’s commitment to net zero by 2050.
Caption: Markus Oberlin with Laila Abdullatif, Director General of Emirates Nature-WWF after the signing ceremony.
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