Sustainability News

News, insights, and updates from across Goumbook’s work; covering climate action, ocean conservation, regenerative agriculture, clean air, youth programmes, and more. Everything happening in the MENA sustainability space, in one place.

Fake Plastic Solutions

Surfrider Europe Warns Against Fake Plastic Solutions

The Ocean needs us all to fight against plastic. Ready to rise to the challenge?...
Net Zero and Carbon Offset

Debunking Myths About Net Zero Targets And Carbon Offsetting

The idea of carbon offsetting, which underpins so-called net zero targets, is founded on a...
plant-based plastic

Plant-based Plastics: Are They Really Better For The Environment?

Consumers are making easy swaps to plastic-free products – so businesses are responding by changing...
Plastic Bags Kill Hundreds Of Camels In UAE

Plastic Bags Kill Hundreds Of Camels Across UAE

Hundreds of camels across the UAE have died because of plastic consumption over the past...
Youth Ambassador On Single-use Plastic Campaign

Goumbook Launches A “Refill and Refuse Single-use Plastic” Campaign In UAE

Last weekend Goumbook launched the nation-wide “Refill Champions” youth ambassadorship program, raising awareness on issues...
Renewable Energy as sustainable investment

Sustainable Investment: Why Invest In The Planet?

Reducing carbon emissions and protecting biodiversity makes companies more resilient to shocks, more relevant to...