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Web Release
12-06-2025
- Health
- Web Release
Aster Volunteers UAE Recycles 750 Kgs of E-Waste in 4th Collection Drive
Aster Volunteers UAE, the global CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare, recently organized an impactful 4th E-Waste Collection Drive as part of the 'Aster Green Choices initiative', reinforcing Aster DM Healthcare's unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability. Collection boxes were strategically placed in nine Aster units across the UAE, including Aster Jubilee Medical Centre Bur Dubai, Aster Hospital Mankhool, Aster Hospital Qusais, Aster Hospital Sharjah, Medcare Orthopedics and Spine Hospital, Medcare Al Safa, Aster Clinic Al Warqa, Aster Corporate Office Al Diyafah, Aster Retail Warehouse – Dubai Investment Park, and Aster Cedars Hospital & Clinic, Jebel Ali. Additionally, Medcare Royal Specialty Hospital Qusais and Medcare Hospital Sharjah supported the initiative by contributing some e-waste. The drive resulted in the recycling of 750 kgs of e-waste in collaboration with E-Scrappy. To date, the initiative has cumulatively recycled 1,998 kgs of e-waste over the four editions. The drive not only highlighted the importance of proper e-waste disposal but also educated the public on the environmental impact of electronic waste, encouraging more sustainable practices across the UAE. Over the years, the initiative has successfully recycled 496 kgs of e-waste in 2020, 318 kgs in 2023, 434 kgs in 2024 and now 750 kgs in 2025. Asterians from various units played a crucial role by collecting e-waste from nearby shops and bringing electronic waste from their homes to designated collection boxes. The collected e-waste was responsibly recycled by E-scrappy, who issued a Green Certificate to Aster Volunteers UAE, underscoring their commitment to environmental management. Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare, commented on the initiative, stating, 'Our commitment to environmental sustainability continues to be a core pillar of Aster's mission, guided by our ESG framework and alignment with 10 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Aligned with the spirit of World Environment Day, with each edition of the E-Waste Collection Drive, we build greater awareness about the importance of responsible e-waste disposal and foster a culture of recycling within our communities. The success and continued growth of this initiative reaffirm our belief that collective action can drive meaningful environmental impact. Alongside efforts like tree plantations, indoor and seed plant distributions, and clean-up drives, the E-Waste Collection Drive reflects our enduring dedication to a greener, more sustainable future.' The E-Waste Collection Drive is part of Aster DM Healthcare's broader environmental sustainability strategy, which includes other countries like Qatar, KSA, Oman, and India. The company's long-term goals focus on mitigating the environmental impact of toxins leached from buried metals, ensuring the proper disposal and recycling of e-waste. Over the last few years, Aster Volunteers has emerged into a global movement driven by over 85,000 volunteers who have impacted over 6.5 million lives. Aster DM Healthcare GCC achieved a significant reduction of 541 tCO2e in net greenhouse gas emissions through the integration of solar energy sources, including 1,340,000 KWh of solar energy as on 31st March 2024. The company also excelled in waste management, recycling 64,871 kilograms of waste, including 3,992 kilograms of plastic waste, 2,835 kilograms of paper waste, and 434 kilograms of e-waste. The organization prioritizes waste segregation at the source, enabling efficient recycling of biomedical, plastic, food, metals, paper, and cardboard waste. Aster's Annual ESG Report for FY 23-24 highlighted a reduction of 1,769 KL in water consumption across nine hospitals. Social initiatives under Aster Volunteers have significantly contributed to community health, disaster aid, and social empowerment programs. Aster DM Healthcare, one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the GCC, has received three prestigious awards from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Arabia CSR Awards for its sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and community initiatives. Recognized with the 'Advanced CSR Label for 2022' by the Dubai Chamber, Aster has excelled in Workplace, Marketplace, Community, and Environment impact areas for four consecutive years. The company integrates 10 UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) into its ESG policies through initiatives like Aster Volunteers, impacting communities globally. Aster also signed the Action Declaration on Climate Policy Engagement at COP27 and was the only Middle Eastern and Indian company listed among Corporate Knights' Global 100 sustainable companies for 2022, showcasing its commitment to building sustainable organizations. Looking ahead, Aster DM Healthcare aims to continue its commitment to environmental sustainability by organizing more e-waste collection drives and other green initiatives. The organization's long-term goals include reducing carbon emissions, increasing the use of renewable energy, and promoting sustainable practices across all its operations.
Mid East Info
12-06-2025
- Health
- Mid East Info
Aster Volunteers UAE Recycles 750 Kgs of E-Waste in 4th Collection Drive - Middle East Business News and Information
Aster Volunteers UAE, the global CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare, recently organized an impactful 4th E-Waste Collection Drive as part of the 'Aster Green Choices initiative', reinforcing Aster DM Healthcare's unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability. Collection boxes were strategically placed in nine Aster units across the UAE, including Aster Jubilee Medical Centre Bur Dubai, Aster Hospital Mankhool, Aster Hospital Qusais, Aster Hospital Sharjah, Medcare Orthopedics and Spine Hospital, Medcare Al Safa, Aster Clinic Al Warqa, Aster Corporate Office Al Diyafah, Aster Retail Warehouse – Dubai Investment Park, and Aster Cedars Hospital & Clinic, Jebel Ali. Additionally, Medcare Royal Specialty Hospital Qusais and Medcare Hospital Sharjah supported the initiative by contributing some e-waste. The drive resulted in the recycling of 750 kgs of e-waste in collaboration with E-Scrappy. To date, the initiative has cumulatively recycled 1,998 kgs of e-waste over the four editions. The drive not only highlighted the importance of proper e-waste disposal but also educated the public on the environmental impact of electronic waste, encouraging more sustainable practices across the UAE. Over the years, the initiative has successfully recycled 496 kgs of e-waste in 2020, 318 kgs in 2023, 434 kgs in 2024 and now 750 kgs in 2025. Asterians from various units played a crucial role by collecting e-waste from nearby shops and bringing electronic waste from their homes to designated collection boxes. The collected e-waste was responsibly recycled by E-scrappy, who issued a Green Certificate to Aster Volunteers UAE, underscoring their commitment to environmental management. Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare, commented on the initiative, stating, 'Our commitment to environmental sustainability continues to be a core pillar of Aster's mission, guided by our ESG framework and alignment with 10 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Aligned with the spirit of World Environment Day, with each edition of the E-Waste Collection Drive, we build greater awareness about the importance of responsible e-waste disposal and foster a culture of recycling within our communities. The success and continued growth of this initiative reaffirm our belief that collective action can drive meaningful environmental impact. Alongside efforts like tree plantations, indoor and seed plant distributions, and clean-up drives, the E-Waste Collection Drive reflects our enduring dedication to a greener, more sustainable future.' The E-Waste Collection Drive is part of Aster DM Healthcare's broader environmental sustainability strategy, which includes other countries like Qatar, KSA, Oman, and India. The company's long-term goals focus on mitigating the environmental impact of toxins leached from buried metals, ensuring the proper disposal and recycling of e-waste. Over the last few years, Aster Volunteers has emerged into a global movement driven by over 85,000 volunteers who have impacted over 6.5 million lives. Aster DM Healthcare GCC achieved a significant reduction of 541 tCO2e in net greenhouse gas emissions through the integration of solar energy sources, including 1,340,000 KWh of solar energy as on 31st March 2024. The company also excelled in waste management, recycling 64,871 kilograms of waste, including 3,992 kilograms of plastic waste, 2,835 kilograms of paper waste, and 434 kilograms of e-waste. The organization prioritizes waste segregation at the source, enabling efficient recycling of biomedical, plastic, food, metals, paper, and cardboard waste. Aster's Annual ESG Report for FY 23-24 highlighted a reduction of 1,769 KL in water consumption across nine hospitals. Social initiatives under Aster Volunteers have significantly contributed to community health, disaster aid, and social empowerment programs. Aster DM Healthcare, one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the GCC, has received three prestigious awards from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Arabia CSR Awards for its sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and community initiatives. Recognized with the 'Advanced CSR Label for 2022' by the Dubai Chamber, Aster has excelled in Workplace, Marketplace, Community, and Environment impact areas for four consecutive years. The company integrates 10 UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) into its ESG policies through initiatives like Aster Volunteers, impacting communities globally. Aster also signed the Action Declaration on Climate Policy Engagement at COP27 and was the only Middle Eastern and Indian company listed among Corporate Knights' Global 100 sustainable companies for 2022, showcasing its commitment to building sustainable organizations. Looking ahead, Aster DM Healthcare aims to continue its commitment to environmental sustainability by organizing more e-waste collection drives and other green initiatives. The organization's long-term goals include reducing carbon emissions, increasing the use of renewable energy, and promoting sustainable practices across all its operations.
Agriland
22-05-2025
- Business
- Agriland
Arrabawn Tipperary announces Eamon O'Sullivan as CEO
Arrabawn Tipperary Co-Operative Society has announce the appointment of a new CEO, with experienced dairy processing executive Eamon O'Sullivan taking over from Conor Ryan. O' Sullivan is a native of Mourneabbey, Mallow, Co. Cork. He will take up the post in the autumn, after being selected for the role in a competitive process. O'Sullivan, up until recently, spent five years of his career as general manager of the dairy division of Dairygold. Prior to that he was chief operating officer at Novartis International Pharmaceutical Branch Ireland, based in Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork. He is also a former supply chain director at Dairygold, and head of chemical operations supply chain at Novartis. Eamon O'Sullivan Eamon started his career with SmithKline Beecham, where he took up positions of responsibility, including a number of years managing its Australian factory and subsequently becoming operations director for the Africa/Middle East region. He graduated with a Business Studies Bachelor's Degree at the University of Limerick, majoring in Agricultural Economics, and completed a Business Studies Master's Degree, majoring in Strategy and Competition, at University College Cork. He also holds a Green Certificate in agriculture. Commenting on O'Sullivan's appointment, Arrabawn Tipperary chairperson Edward Carr said: 'Eamon has a comprehensive track-record in the dairy and multi-national sector. 'He will bring the requisite experience and expertise to the role to carry on Conor's great work as we transition this newly merged entity to one of Ireland's largest and most successful dairy processing and agri-foods businesses. Carr added: 'I want to take the opportunity also now to thank Conor Ryan for his incredible stewardship of the co-op over the past 20 years. During that time, he has taken the co-op on a remarkable growth journey.' On his appointment, O'Sullivan himself said: 'I'm really excited at the prospect of taking up this post at Arrabawn Tipperary Co-Op. The merger of the two last year was a natural and promising coming together of two neighbouring co-ops with so much more than geography in common. 'The new co-op is ambitious, and I completely share the excitement around the opportunity that lies ahead for it and its members,' he added. 'At the same time, I acknowledge that there will be challenges along the way as this is a fast-changing industry, but the right level of strategic planning, people management and, of course, a continuing pursuit of excellence will ensure the success of the business.' 'I'm very much looking forward to taking up the post and working in partnership with the board, with Conor until his retirement later this year, the wider leadership team, employees and, indeed, the wider co-op membership,' O'Sullivan said.
Local Spain
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Local Spain
UK Embassy singles out Brits in Alicante and Málaga for not getting TIEs
The British Embassy in Spain is calling on British residents specifically within the Málaga and Alicante provinces to exchange their paper green Certificates for a TIE ('tarjeta de identidad de extranjero') urgently. This targeted push follows the publication of data from the Spanish Ministry for Inclusion, Social Security and Migrations which states that Green Certificate ownership is most prevalent within these two provinces where large number of UK nationals reside. It is expected that these individuals will face considerable difficulties when the EU's Entry Exit System comes into force in October this year. Under this new border system, all non-EU passengers crossing into Spain or other EU countries will need to register their name, passport details and biometric data unless they can present a valid uniform-format biometric residency card. For Britons residing in Spain, only a TIE will be accepted by Spanish and EU authorities. The Green Certificate will not be recognised because it does not meet the requirements to feature in Annex 22 of the Schengen Borders Code. As a result, green certificate holders attempting to enter Spain or any other country in the Schengen zone may not have their residency rights recognised and may be wrongly accused of overstaying as a tourist in the EU. This could lead to them being denied entry and returned to the UK. Although there will be an appeals process, it may require the Green Certificate holder to return to the UK until it is resolved. With hundreds of thousands of British nationals - residents and tourists - passing through Alicante and Málaga airports each year, it is particularly imperative that anyone with a Green Certificate in those provinces exchanges it to a TIE as soon as possible, as the majority of residents have already done so. His Majesty's Ambassador Sir Alex Ellis said: 'We have already seen an increase in Brits getting a TIE since our campaign began, which is fantastic news, and we're grateful to the community groups, charities and British people who've helped spread the word. However, there remains a minority of British people still in possession of a Green Certificate so we want to reach them, explain why the TIE is so important and ensure they have one by October, in order to enjoy smooth travel into Spain and the Schengen area.' The British Embassy in Spain has been running a campaign to encourage take up of the TIE since May last year and, most recently, has stepped up activity in the Alicante and Málaga provinces. This has included outreach events and engagements with charities and British groups such as, Age Concern, the Royal British Legion, MABS Cancer Support, Samaritans, Help at Home, various HELP groups and others. The Embassy has also worked with local townhalls and media outlets to spread messages on EES and the TIE and is working with the Spanish Government to increase appointment availability in key areas.
Mid East Info
11-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Moro Hub Presents Green Certificate to Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services (DCAS) Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable Digital Transformation
The Cloud Green Certificate is awarded to organizations utilising Moro Hub's Green Cloud Dubai, UAE, May 2025: Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), presented Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services (DCAS) a green certificate, recognizing its adoption of sustainable tech solutions hosted on Moro Hub's Green Cloud. Underscoring the high-level commitment to advancing digital sustainability in public health services, the Green Certificate was presented in the presence of Eng. Marwan Bin Haidar, Vice Chairman and Group CEO of Digital DEWA and HE Mishal Abdul Karim Julfar, CEO of Dubai Corporation Ambulance Services along with Mohammed bin Sulaiman, CEO of Moro Hub, and Consultant Marwan Ali Anbar, Chief AI Officer at DCAS. The Cloud Green Certificate is awarded to organizations utilising Moro Hub's Green Cloud and it reflects DCAS's proactive approach to digital transformation, innovation, and environmental leadership by migrating its digital operations to an eco-friendly, secure, and energy-efficient cloud infrastructure. Through this strategic partnership, Moro Hub and DCAS are setting a new benchmark for digital sustainability in emergency healthcare, paving the way for other public service providers to adopt cleaner, smarter, and more resilient cloud-based infrastructures. 'We are pleased with this constructive partnership with Moro اHub and proud to receive this green certification, which reflects our shared commitment to building a future aligned with the UAE's vision for ensuring a sustainable future. It also supports Dubai's Carbon Neutrality Strategy 2050. We remain dedicated to advancing and utilizing digital technologies and artificial intelligence to enhance healthcare services, improve patient and customer experiences, and foster innovation across the health sector. By adopting solutions supported by green digital infrastructure, we are strengthening operational resilience and responsiveness—fully in line with national priorities and global sustainability goals to protect natural resources and reduce environmental impact,' said HE Mishal Abdul Karim Julfar, CEO of Dubai Corporation Ambulance Services. Engineer Marwan Bin Haidar, Vice Chairman & Group CEO of Digital DEWA, said, 'Digital DEWA through Moro Hub, is committed to accelerating the digital transformation of government and private entities while promoting environmental responsibility. Presenting this certificate to Dubai Ambulance underscores our mutual vision for a smarter and greener Dubai, driven by innovation and sustainability.' As a key enabler of Dubai's smart city aspirations, Moro Hub offers integrated cloud, cybersecurity, IoT, and AI-driven solutions through a state-of-the-art, sustainable infrastructure. This collaboration with DCAS reinforces the importance of digital sustainability as a core component of future-ready public services.
