Green Impact Solutions

From Compliance to Competitiveness: How UAE SMEs Can Turn ESG Regulations into Growth Opportunities

Date & Time: Tuesday, 14 October 2025 | 02:00 PM – 03:30 PM (GST)
Partnership: Supporting the Dubai Chambers “Sustainability 365” Program
Cost: Free Registration (Limited Spots)
Registration Link: From Compliance to Competitiveness | Sustainability 365 Purpose Academy

About the Session

The transition to a sustainable economy is the single biggest catalyst for change in the UAE business landscape. For SMEs, navigating the growing wave of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) regulations can feel overwhelming.

This exclusive online training session is designed to shift your perspective: ESG is not just a cost of compliance but a critical framework for competitiveness and growth.

Join Green Impact Solutions’ Technical Director, Igor Cyrino De Oliveira, as he guides UAE SMEs through the essential steps needed to transform regulatory requirements into concrete business advantages, attracting better talent, unlocking new capital, and driving operational efficiency.

Who Should Attend?

  • Founders, CEOs, and Business Owners of UAE Small and Medium Enterprises.
  • Finance, Strategy, and Operations Directors.
  • Heads of Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Session Agenda (90 Minutes)

TimeTopicDescription
2:00 PMWelcome & IntroductionSetting the stage for ESG in the context of the UAE’s green growth agenda.
2:15 PMThe UAE ESG LandscapeA concise overview of current and upcoming regulations affecting SMEs.
2:35 PMFrom Compliance to CompetitivenessStrategies for using ESG data to optimize operations, enhance brand reputation, and secure financing.
3:00 PMESG Readiness Framework for SMEsA practical, phased approach to building a credible, data-driven ESG strategy.
3:15 PMQ&A and DiscussionYour opportunity to ask specific questions about your business challenges.
3:30 PMClosing Remarks & Next StepsSummary of key takeaways and actionable resources.

Presented by

Green Impact Solutions

Igor Cyrino De Oliveira, Technical Director – ESG Igor is a visionary leader specializing in developing practical, data-driven ESG roadmaps. He guides MENA businesses in decarbonization strategies, carbon accounting, and ESG reporting aligned with global standards like GRI, ISSB, and the GHG Protocol. His expertise helps companies navigate complex GCC disclosure requirements and indirect exposure to EU CSRD rules, ensuring sustainability efforts deliver measurable operational and financial returns.

Ready to turn ESG into a growth driver?