Held on November 29th, 2025, Care ESG Awards is a platform that recognizes outstanding achievements of organizations or leaders who make significant positive contributions in [ESG] practices i.e. Environmental (reducing pollution or saving energy), Social (treating people fairly and helping communities), Governance (running the organization responsibly and ethically). Organized by two groups: Trescon and ESG Mena where Trescon is a global business-focused firm that connects governments, business leaders, investors, and innovators across FinTech, AI, sustainability and other emerging technologies. It is also known for catalyzing bold ideas, strategic alliances, and real-world outcomes in high-growth markets while ESG Mena is a leading regional authority on sustainability. The awards event was held during the CARE 2025 forum at DUBAI. It was a major conference that focused on climate action, renewable energy, and sustainability.
Purpose and Significance of the Awards
The purpose of this awards was to give standing ovation to those Leaders and organizations from across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region who made their significant contribution in areas such as environmental protection (reducing pollution, saving water, protecting wildlife, cutting plastic waste, and also fighting global warming), or promoting clean energy, creating social impact, and maintaining honest, responsible governance. Overall, these awards highlighted results-driven and environment friendly projects that had innovation and transparency in its core across regions of Middle East and Mena.
Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO of Trescon, commented,
“The CARE ESG Awards spotlighted initiatives that exemplify innovation, transparency, and measurable outcomes, setting a benchmark for sustainability, social responsibility, and climate excellence in the region.” He added, “Congratulations to all the winners for their outstanding contributions, commitment, and influence in advancing the region’s transition to low-carbon, sustainable, and responsible growth.”
Sal Jafar, CEO of ESG Mena, also highlighted the awards’ significance as:
“Attended by policy makers, enterprises, innovators, investors, and other members of the sustainability ecosystem, the CARE ESG Awards underscored the growing prominence of ESG practices in advancing MENA’s economic, environmental, and social development.”
Honoring Excellence Across Key Categories
Winners were recognized across fifteen critical categories reflecting the key pillars of the region’s sustainability transformation.
Key Winners Include:
| Award Category | Winner | Impact Area |
| Best ESG Industrial Program | Arabian Gulf Steel Industries (AGSI) | Low-carbon steel production |
| Best ESG Program in Education | GEMS Education | Embedding sustainability in learning/operations |
| Impactful Renewable Energy Project | NMDC Group | Advancing clean energy deployment |
| ESG Personality of the Year | ADNOC Distribution | Individual leadership in ESG |
| Impact Finance Award | Riyad Bank | Sustainable and resilient financial practices |
| ESG Social Contribution Award | ADNOC Distribution | Community engagement and social value |
| Green Health Award | Burjeel Hospitals | Commitment to sustainable healthcare |
Voices of the Winners
The winners shared that this acknowledgment boosted their morale and validated their ongoing work, inspiring them to continue advancing in their sustainability journey.
Yohaan Cama, Head of Corporate Sustainability at GEMS Education stated
“GEMS Education is honoured to receive the Education ESG Program Award, a recognition of our commitment to embedding sustainability and responsible practices across both our learning environments and operations.”
Riyad Bank commented
“This acknowledgment reinforces our determination to elevate our efforts and to continue playing a leading role in shaping a more sustainable future for our customers, communities, and the region.”
Dr. Mujtaba Ali Khan, CEO of Burjeel Medical City, expressed:
“This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team and strengthens our resolve to support the UAE’s sustainability agenda and move confidently toward our net-zero goals.”
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