EGA Sets Industry Benchmark With Digital Greenhouse Gas Emissions Tracking Initiative

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has introduced a digital system for tracking greenhouse gas emissions. This move aligns with the UAE’s National MRV Transparency System, aiming to boost transparency and speed up decarbonisation efforts. EGA is the first company in the UAE to implement such a digital tracking system.

The Greenhouse Gas Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) system is a centralised digital platform. It tracks Scope 1 and 2 emissions data, automating the process of documentation and validation by independent third-party auditors. The data is then reported using standardised dashboards to stakeholders, including government organisations and customers.

The UAE stands out as the first country in the region to develop an integrated greenhouse gas emissions and air quality monitoring, reporting, and verification system. This National MRV Transparency System supports the implementation of the National Climate Action Plan. It also meets international reporting obligations, tracks progress, and delivers on the mandate of the National Air Quality Agenda 2031.

Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Global Aluminium, stated: "Our GHG MRV solution will help EGA to meet evolving regulatory requirements while maintaining transparency and auditability of our emissions data throughout the value chain of our production processes. This tool is an important step in achieving our bold aspiration of embedding sustainability in everything we do and reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050."

In the UAE, companies are required by the Ministry of Climate Change & Environment to report their greenhouse gas emissions data. This mandate helps track the nation’s progress towards its commitment to reach net zero by 2050.

This initiative by EGA not only enhances transparency but also ensures that emissions data is accurately tracked and validated. By adopting this digital system, EGA aims to lead by example in sustainability within the region.

With inputs from WAM