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Business Wire
12-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Vietnam's SIPCO Wins Global Award in Dubai for Large-Scale Clean Water Innovation
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vietnam's Sustainability Investment Promotion and Development Joint Stock Company (SIPCO) has been named first runner-up in the Innovative Projects Award (Large Projects category) during the fourth cycle of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award. The award, with a total prize pool of USD 1 million, is supervised by the UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE) under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. It honours scalable, sustainable solutions powered by renewable energy to tackle water scarcity. SIPCO was honoured for its large-scale ceramic coating nano-silver pot filter (CSPF) programme, a high-impact initiative aimed at delivering safe drinking water to vulnerable schools and communities across South-east Asia. The clay-based filters, infused with nano-silver to improve antibacterial and antiviral performance, remove bacteria, viruses and sediments from contaminated sources such as rivers, wells and rainwater. Capable of filtering two to three litres an hour, each unit is designed for household and school use and lasts up to 10 years with periodic replacement of the clay pot component. The filters are manufactured in a high-capacity automated facility capable of producing 120,000 units a month. SIPCO's programme has so far delivered over 1.8 million units, benefitting 13.7 million people, including 1.7 million households and 6,000 schools, and generating an estimated 23.15 billion litres of clean water annually. Moreover, the project has contributed to a reduction of 1.8 million tonnes of CO 2 emissions and generated verified carbon credits under the Clean Development Mechanism and Verified Carbon Standard frameworks. SIPCO works in partnership with organisations such as the Red Cross and engages local communities in the production, distribution and maintenance of the filters, creating sustainable economic opportunities in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. 'The water crisis is a serious threat to human health as it leads to the spread of disease. Addressing this challenge requires collective action. No single individual, company or organisation can solve it alone. We must come together and work in unity to find sustainable solutions. Receiving this award has been a powerful source of encouragement, boosting my confidence to continue my research and develop new innovations and technologies that can help tackle water scarcity,' said Hoang Anh Dung, Chairman and CEO of SIPCO.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Vietnam's SIPCO Wins Global Award in Dubai for Large-Scale Clean Water Innovation
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, June 12, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vietnam's Sustainability Investment Promotion and Development Joint Stock Company (SIPCO) has been named first runner-up in the Innovative Projects Award (Large Projects category) during the fourth cycle of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award. The award, with a total prize pool of USD 1 million, is supervised by the UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE) under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. It honours scalable, sustainable solutions powered by renewable energy to tackle water scarcity. SIPCO was honoured for its large-scale ceramic coating nano-silver pot filter (CSPF) programme, a high-impact initiative aimed at delivering safe drinking water to vulnerable schools and communities across South-east Asia. The clay-based filters, infused with nano-silver to improve antibacterial and antiviral performance, remove bacteria, viruses and sediments from contaminated sources such as rivers, wells and rainwater. Capable of filtering two to three litres an hour, each unit is designed for household and school use and lasts up to 10 years with periodic replacement of the clay pot component. The filters are manufactured in a high-capacity automated facility capable of producing 120,000 units a month. SIPCO's programme has so far delivered over 1.8 million units, benefitting 13.7 million people, including 1.7 million households and 6,000 schools, and generating an estimated 23.15 billion litres of clean water annually. Moreover, the project has contributed to a reduction of 1.8 million tonnes of CO2 emissions and generated verified carbon credits under the Clean Development Mechanism and Verified Carbon Standard frameworks. SIPCO works in partnership with organisations such as the Red Cross and engages local communities in the production, distribution and maintenance of the filters, creating sustainable economic opportunities in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. "The water crisis is a serious threat to human health as it leads to the spread of disease. Addressing this challenge requires collective action. No single individual, company or organisation can solve it alone. We must come together and work in unity to find sustainable solutions. Receiving this award has been a powerful source of encouragement, boosting my confidence to continue my research and develop new innovations and technologies that can help tackle water scarcity," said Hoang Anh Dung, Chairman and CEO of SIPCO. Source: AETOSWire View source version on Contacts Seen MediaMariam Mikhail+971 50 949 6795info@ Errore nel recupero dei dati Effettua l'accesso per consultare il tuo portafoglio Errore nel recupero dei dati Errore nel recupero dei dati Errore nel recupero dei dati Errore nel recupero dei dati
Dubai Eye
10-06-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
12 winners of Mohammed bin Rashid Global Water Award honoured
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has honoured 12 winners of the Mohammed bin Rashid Global Water Award. With total prizes of $1 million, the award aims to encourage developing innovative solutions to address the problem of water scarcity globally. In a social media post, Sheikh Mohammed highlighted that the new innovations will "help obtain safe and clean water at a low cost". "Our goal in launching this award is to stimulate and encourage innovations to address the problem of water scarcity, pollution, and scarcity in less fortunate communities," His Highness wrote. Sheikh Mohammed highlighted that "the best charity is providing innovation in providing water is an ongoing charity... and a continuous, uninterrupted good". كرمنا الفائزين بجائزة محمد بن راشد العالمية للمياه والتي تشرف عليها مؤسسة سقيا الإمارات … هدفنا من إطلاق هذه الجائزة هو تحفيز وتشجيع الابتكارات للتصدي لمشكلة نقص المياه وندرتها وتلوثها في المجتمعات الأقل حظاً .. واليوم في الدورة الرابعة لدينا 12 ابتكاراً حقيقياً يساعد على… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) June 10, 2025 Overseen by the UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE), the award is organised under the umbrella of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. It has four award categories, namely innovative projects, innovative research and development, innovative individual and innovative crisis solutions. Over the last 10 years, the project has impacted over 1,000 water projects and benefitted more than 15 million people across 37 countries.
TAG 91.1
10-06-2025
- Business
- TAG 91.1
12 winners of Mohammed bin Rashid Global Water Award honoured
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has honoured 12 winners of the Mohammed bin Rashid Global Water Award. With total prizes of $1 million, the award aims to encourage developing innovative solutions to address the problem of water scarcity globally. In a social media post, Sheikh Mohammed highlighted that the new innovations will "help obtain safe and clean water at a low cost". "Our goal in launching this award is to stimulate and encourage innovations to address the problem of water scarcity, pollution, and scarcity in less fortunate communities," His Highness wrote. Sheikh Mohammed highlighted that "the best charity is providing innovation in providing water is an ongoing charity... and a continuous, uninterrupted good". كرمنا الفائزين بجائزة محمد بن راشد العالمية للمياه والتي تشرف عليها مؤسسة سقيا الإمارات … هدفنا من إطلاق هذه الجائزة هو تحفيز وتشجيع الابتكارات للتصدي لمشكلة نقص المياه وندرتها وتلوثها في المجتمعات الأقل حظاً .. واليوم في الدورة الرابعة لدينا 12 ابتكاراً حقيقياً يساعد على… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) June 10, 2025 Overseen by the UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE), the award is organised under the umbrella of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. It has four award categories, namely innovative projects, innovative research and development, innovative individual and innovative crisis solutions. Over the last 10 years, the project has impacted over 1,000 water projects and benefitted more than 15 million people across 37 countries.
Gulf Today
28-03-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Sunny Varkey and his family contribute Dhs100 million to Fathers' Endowment campaign
Education entrepreneur and philanthropist Sunny Varkey, and his family — whose legacy spans over 65 years of transforming education globally — today announced a contribution of Dhs 100 million to the Fathers' Endowment campaign, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The campaign honours fathers in the UAE by establishing a sustainable endowment fund to provide treatment and healthcare for the less fortunate. Operating under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), the Fathers' Endowment campaign reflects the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for promoting sustainable humanitarian and charitable work that utilizes community participation and innovative programs, while making every effort to assist people in underprivileged communities, empowering them to live with dignity and meet their basic needs, with a particular focus on providing sustainable healthcare. The Varkey family's contribution is part of a community-wide participation in the campaign from government entities, the private sector, businessmen and individuals, demonstrating exceptional solidarity. This highlights the role of Ramadan campaigns as a key global humanitarian movement, further solidifying the UAE's leading philanthropic role and its far-reaching global impact. The campaign honours fathers by allowing individuals to donate in their name, which helps promote the values of honouring parents, compassion, and solidarity, while reinforcing the concept of charitable endowments. Sunny Varkey, Founder and Executive Chairman of the GEMS Education Group, highlighted that the Father's Endowment campaign, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, continues the UAE's long-standing tradition of generosity since the nation's founding, stressing that its positive impact has reached communities worldwide, bringing hope to those in need. Sunny Varkey said: 'I have been fortunate that I grew up in a family where charity was ingrained in us from a very early age. Since we moved to the UAE, my father made sure to share and engage with the community, supporting humanitarian initiatives and helping others. To this day, our underlying philosophy remains to prioritize giving.' Varkey added 'We are proud to participate in this noble initiative and to belong to the UAE community, where generosity and support for the needy are deeply ingrained, especially during Ramadan. The overwhelming support for the Fathers' Endowment campaign, aiming to provide sustainable healthcare, is a testament to this commitment.' Sunny Varkey has a long tradition of giving. He is an influential supporter of humanitarian and philanthropic initiatives, and an advocate of giving generously to positively change the lives of less fortunate people around the world. His achievements in education and philanthropy were recognized by the Indian Government, alongside international organizations and prestigious universities. The Fathers' Endowment campaign continues to welcome donations and contributions to the endowment fund from institutions and individuals across six main channels including the campaign's website ( as well as a dedicated call center via the toll-free number (800 4999). Donations are also possible via bank transfers in the UAE dirham to the campaign bank account number with Emirates Islamic Bank (IBAN: AE020340003518492868201). Donations via SMS are possible by sending the word 'Father' to the following numbers (1034 to donate AED 10, 1035 to donate AED 50, 1036 to donate AED 100 and 1038 to donate AED 500) for Etisalat by e& and du users. Other possible platforms for donating to the campaign are the DubaiNow app by clicking the 'Donations' tab, and Dubai's community contributions platform Jood ( WAM
