Daikin Middle East Advances Clean Energy Agenda Through Pioneering Pledge

Daikin Middle East and Africa FZE, a leading manufacturer specializing in Air Conditioning, Heating, Ventilation, and Refrigeration solutions, proudly announces a significant milestone in the UAE. The company has recently endorsed the Climate-Responsible Companies Pledge, a commendable initiative spearheaded by the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE). This strategic move is in alignment with Daikin’s Environmental Vision 2050 and reinforces its commitment to supporting the UAE's ambitious goals of achieving Net Zero by 2050 and advancing its Clean Energy Strategy. With the UAE gearing up to host COP28, this pledge underscores the pivotal collaboration between the government and private sectors in addressing the global challenge of climate change.

The signing ceremony took place during the 11th session of the MOCCAE-hosted National Dialogue for Climate Action (NDCA), where Daikin UAE, represented by Samer Alawiah, the UAE Managing Director, actively participated in the pledge. Her Excellency Mariam AlMheiri, the Minister of Climate Change and Environment, was also present at the NDCA, emphasizing the high-level engagement of key stakeholders in addressing climate issues.

Samer Alawiah, UAE Managing Director at Daikin, expressed, “We take great pride in being given the opportunity by MOCCAE to sign the Climate-Responsible Companies Pledge. This significant step solidifies Daikin’s alignment with the UAE’s international climate commitments, including the Paris Agreement, and bolsters the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative.” He further stated, “During our recent seminar, ‘Towards a Sustainable Future,’ we emphasized our commitment to sustainable cooling and the importance of unified efforts, from businesses to individuals, to support the government’s decarbonization endeavours for a sustainable future. Signing this pledge is yet another stride in this direction, reflecting our responsibility as a local entity in sync with the community’s needs.”

By committing to the UAE Climate-Responsible Companies Pledge, Daikin UAE demonstrates its dedication to intensifying efforts against climate change. This commitment includes initiatives to reduce its scope 1 and 2 carbon footprint, thereby contributing to the national net-zero objective by 2050 or possibly earlier. Daikin stands out as an exemplar in embracing renewable energy, exemplified by its Middle East and Africa headquarters in JAFZA, Dubai. In a noteworthy initiative last year, the company installed a 515 kilowatt-peak (kWp) solar plant featuring 1000 panels on the roof of its headquarters. This endeavour seamlessly aligns with Daikin’s Environmental Vision 2050 and complements the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative and Clean Energy Strategy. Furthermore, Daikin's HVAC-R innovations prioritize minimizing environmental impact right from the product development stage. The company's emphasis on reducing emissions, enhancing energy efficiency, and adopting eco-friendly refrigerants reflects its commitment to fostering a sustainable future. Daikin continues to lead by example, demonstrating that corporate responsibility and environmental sustainability can go hand in hand in mitigating the challenges posed by climate change.