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SustainInsight has officially launched in the UAE with an AI-powered platform that provides construction and real estate companies with a comprehensive, real-time view of their sustainability performance -- extending far beyond traditional carbon accounting. The launch comes at a pivotal time as new climate regulations and stricter ESG disclosure requirements raise the bar for verifiable corporate credentials.
The company has already conducted a successful pilot with the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure in Ajman and is supporting major organisations, including DAMAC Properties and Expo City Dubai, on their sustainability journeys.
Branded as the "Bloomberg of sustainability," SustainInsight functions as a central sustainability intelligence hub, consolidating all of a company's environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data in one place. Unlike most platforms that focus primarily on environmental impact, SustainInsight integrates detailed metrics on social value and corporate governance, offering a 360° view that extends well beyond the construction site.
Analysing disparate sustainability data is often costly and time-consuming for construction firms. With SustainInsight, companies can upload documents directly into the platform, which uses AI and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to automatically generate reports aligned with international frameworks. This reduces both time and expenses while offering predictive analytics to highlight decisions that may jeopardise companies' progress towards their sustainability targets.
The platform also includes a supplier rating model, allowing firms to benchmark partners against ESG standards while enabling suppliers to create their own verified ratings. This fosters greater trust, transparency, and accountability across the value chain.
"With the UAE's ESG regulations evolving fast, companies know they need to stay compliant. And, in our experience, most are very motivated to maximise their impact from an ethical perspective as well. However, it can be challenging to put positive action into practice for many reasons. We've streamlined the entire process, offering full guidance and support, so that organisations can navigate the complex landscape with ease," said Sahen Ahuja, chief executive officer of SustainInsight.
Behind the DIFC-registered platform is a founding team of regional and international experts in technology, sustainability, and construction, addressing the sector's unique challenges. SustainInsight is offered on an annual subscription basis, with clients guided through onboarding and the option to customise the platform to their needs. The company also provides advisory services in climate change, environmental impact, and corporate responsibility, ensuring construction and real estate firms not only meet compliance requirements but also deliver measurable value for stakeholders and the environment.
