Chamber of Commerce launches ‘Sustainability 365’ initiative

Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches ‘Sustainability 365’ initiative from 6–30 October to strengthen the role of responsible business practices in empowering business communities

• Maha Al Gargawi: “The launch of the ‘Sustainability 365’ initiative reflects a firm conviction that social responsibility is an integral part of business culture and a driver of positive change in the community.”
• The rebranded initiative builds on the success of the chamber’s ‘Sustainability Week,’ marking the 10th anniversary of its launch in 2015.
• ‘Sustainability 365’ embodies the chamber’s commitment to supporting the business community in the adoption of best practices in sustainability throughout the year.
• An expanded month-long agenda will deliver a range of events and activities aimed at enhancing the private sector’s role in advancing sustainable economic development.

 Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the launch of the ‘Sustainability 365’ initiative. Running from 6 – 30 October, the programme is designed to encourage the private sector to adopt responsible business practices and champion sustainability across all industries.

The rebranded initiative builds on the chamber’s long-running Sustainability Week, which was first introduced in 2015 by its Centre for Responsible Business. It reinforces the chamber’s commitment to embedding sustainability as a year-round priority and establishing it as a core element of corporate culture and practice 365 days a year.

During its first edition under the new identity, Sustainability 365 will be held under the theme ‘Purpose in Action: Empowering Communities Through Responsible Business.’ This theme reflects the private sector’s central role in advancing sustainable development and creating long-term impact. The expanded programme offers a diverse line-up of events, including training opportunities designed to equip companies with practical tools and knowledge to integrate sustainability more effectively into their strategies.

This evolution marks a milestone in the chamber’s efforts to promote the adoption of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards by businesses in Dubai. By extending the agenda into a month-long series of events and dialogues, the initiative aims to elevate the contribution of the private sector to sustainable development.

Maha Al Gargawi, Vice President of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, commented: “Over the past ten years, we have consistently worked to integrate sustainability into Dubai’s business ecosystem. The launch of the Sustainability 365 initiative marks a pivotal moment in this journey. It is not simply a change of name or an extension of the programme’s duration; it reflects our firm conviction that social responsibility is an integral part of business culture and a driver of positive change in the community.”

Since its inception, the chamber’s annual Sustainability Week has served as a key platform for dialogue and action, engaging more than 720 companies in its activities. Over the past decade, its themes have evolved to address key issues such as health, diversity, stakeholder engagement, and the role of artificial intelligence, fostering an open environment that encourages active participation across society.

The programme begins with The Purpose Forum, a high-level gathering of CEOs and senior leaders to examine the role of purposeful business in driving social impact. This will be followed by the Business with Purpose Roundtable, which will feature an interactive simulation exploring the challenges and opportunities facing purpose-driven companies.

The agenda also includes the Global Sustainability and CSR Forum 2025, which brings together leading experts and stakeholders to discuss emerging trends and best practices in CSR and sustainability. Running throughout the month, the Purpose Academy will deliver a series of expert-led online sessions on sustainability and purpose-driven approaches.

Since its establishment, Dubai Chamber of Commerce’s Centre for Responsible Business has played a vital role in advancing responsible and sustainable practices in Dubai. The centre continues to support and encourage companies to adopt ESG principles to boost performance, enhance competitiveness, and strengthen social and environmental impact. It also provides a wide range of platforms, tools, and knowledge resources to help businesses embed governance, sustainability, and social responsibility throughout their activities.