Sustainability Regulation and Climate Reporting in the UAE

About the Event:

🌍 Sustainability Regulation and Climate Reporting in the UAE marks the inaugural event of the DSO Sustainability & ESG Cluster series, designed to empower businesses with insights and tools to thrive in a regulated, climate-conscious economy. Join industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts to explore evolving regulatory frameworks, decarbonization strategies, and best practices for transparent climate reporting.

​📅 Date: 23rd April 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: DTEC Auditorium, A5 Building, Dubai Silicon Oasis

​🎯 Key Themes:

  • ​Navigating energy transition and decarbonization
  • ​Best practices for sustainability and climate reporting
  • ​Collaborative strategies for UAE’s net-zero ambitions

Keynote Speaker:

🔹 Johanna Salem
Associate Director for Sustainability, Dubai Holding

Johanna Salem is the Associate Director for Sustainability at Dubai Holding, where she plays a pivotal role in delivering the Group’s sustainability and decarbonisation strategy to support the Group in achieving its Net Zero by 2050 commitment. Johanna has led the establishment of Dubai Holding’s first greenhouse gas (GHG) baseline in 2023, including Scope 3 value chain emissions. She has developed key sustainability policies, including the Sustainability Commitment, Sustainable Design Principles, and Supplier Code of Conduct.

​🔹 Yasin Kasirga
Decarbonization Leader, GE
Yasin Kasirga leads GE Vernova’s Decarbonization business covering Middle East & Africa. Yasin and his team are closely collaborating with GE Vernova's customers and business partners to achieve their individual decarbonization/Net Zero targets, while keeping an eye on economic viability and supporting them in strengthening their position for a decarbonized energy future.

​🔸 Firestarter Session:
Baldeep Singh, Revent
Baldeep sparks dialogue on circular economy innovations and sharing insights into his personal challenges and opportunities in advancing sustainability.

Agenda:
🕙 10:00 – 10:15 AM | Opening Remarks & Networking
🕙 10:15 – 10:45 AM | Keynote: Navigating Energy Transition (Yasin Kasirga)
🕙 10:45 – 11:15 AM | Keynote: Climate Reporting in the UAE (Johanna Salem)
🕙 11:15 – 11:30 AM | Firestarter Session: Baldeep Singh
🕙 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Facilitated Discussion & Networking

Sponsored by:
🏢 DSO (Dubai Silicon Oasis) | 🏛️ DTEC

Exclusive Perks for Attendees:

  • ​Early access to The Surpluss Platform for resource-sharing
  • ​Complimentary sustainability toolkits and expert guides
  • ​Priority registration for upcoming cluster workshops (Q2-Q4 2025)

​Don’t miss your chance to connect with like-minded changemakers—reserve your spot today!💡✨

Venue Location



DTEC Auditorium, A5 Building,

Dubai Silicon Oasis

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