AUK Collaborates with Al-Manakh to Champion Sustainability

The College of Business and Economics (CBE) at AUK collaborated with Al-Manakh, Kuwait’s first climate change non-governmental organization (NGO), to hold a panel discussion promoting sustainability in business. The event fostered a culture of sustainable practices among its attendees, a testament to CBE’s unwavering commitment to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME).  

Ms. Mariam Alsaad served as a moderator representing Al-Manakh moderator and introduced the panelists: Mr. Hussain Jassim, owner of Sanity Store, Kuwait's first zero-waste store that sells sustainable products; AUK alumna Ms. Hind AlKhatrash, owner of Leap Loves Green, the first Kuwaiti company offering sustainable female products; and Ms. Ebtisam Al Haddad, GM, strategic planning department at the Commercial Bank of Kuwait.   

The discussion delved into the urgency of addressing climate change, strategies for improving energy efficiency, and the impact of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in business. The advantages of sustainability in business was also underscored, including resource conservation for operational efficiency, brand enhancement, business resilience, and cost reduction in debt and equity. 

Each panelist elaborated on their approach to incorporating sustainability into their organizations, inspiring students to embrace individual and collective responsibility and implement sustainable practices too. The discussion emphasized the transformative impact students can have in shaping a more sustainable future. 

AUK's dedication to fostering a culture of sustainability is not only evident in its curriculum but also in the various initiatives and discussions it promotes, all aimed at instilling environmental and social responsibility in its students and the wider community. As an advocate for sustainability, AUK continues to make significant contributions towards a more sustainable and responsible future, setting an example for educational institutions worldwide. 
  
   

Group photo of the panelists
 
  

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General photo of the attendees