Abu dhabi: Aldar has been named the exclusive Real Estate Partner for Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, the UAE's global platform for accelerating sustainable progress. Under an agreement signed by Salwa Al Maflahi, Executive Director of Sustainability and Community Outreach at Aldar, and Dr. Lamya Fawwaz, Executive Director of Brand and Strategic Initiatives at Masdar, Aldar's role highlights its commitment to sustainability within the property development and real estate sector.

According to Emirates News Agency, the collaboration positions Aldar to contribute significantly to ADSW 2026, which is hosted by Masdar and aims to unite global leaders, investors, and innovators in accelerating real-world solutions across interconnected global systems. The forthcoming event, themed 'The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go,' will mobilize efforts in energy, finance, technology, and society, transforming ambitious ideas into practical, scalable solutions across various sectors.

Dr. Lamya Fawwaz expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership, emphasizing the critical role urban life and the built environment play in the systemic transformation ADSW seeks to drive. She noted that Aldar's expertise would be invaluable to the discussions at the event.

Salwa Al Maflahi underscored Aldar's dedication to shaping a low-carbon future for the industry and the region. She highlighted the company's eagerness to contribute practical, scalable solutions at ADSW 2026, reinforcing the UAE's leadership in climate action and Aldar's commitment to setting new benchmarks for sustainable real estate.

ADSW 2026 will commence with the annual IRENA Assembly, followed by key events like the Opening Ceremony and the Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards. The ADSW Summit and Dialogues will further facilitate impactful discussions among global leaders, fostering collaboration, unlocking investment opportunities, and enabling cutting-edge partnerships.

With an expected attendance of over 50,000 participants from more than 170 countries, ADSW 2026 will serve as a vital platform for global engagement, business growth, and climate action. Aldar, a leading real estate developer, manager, and investor in Abu Dhabi, continues to embed sustainability in its operations and decision-making processes, setting a high standard in the region.

The company has pioneered several sustainability initiatives, including the use of hydrogen-based steel rebar, a sustainability-linked incentives program for suppliers, and a real estate climate pledge with the UAE's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, supporting sector-wide decarbonization efforts.