Dubai, 23rd October 2024 – Equativ, the global independent ad tech company, proudly announces its partnership with Azraq, an NGO committed to environmental conservation. This collaboration aims to help advertisers mitigate their carbon footprint through impactful local initiatives in the UAE.
The advertising industry significantly contributes to climate change, with recent studies revealing alarming statistics: the sector emits more carbon than the aviation industry, generating an equivalent of emissions from 56 coal-fired power plants annually. Furthermore, between 2019 and 2022, the industry’s emissions rose by 11%. With the digital ecosystem responsible for nearly 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, the urgency for sustainable practices in advertising has never been greater.
Equativ recognizes the need for meaningful action and is committed to driving sustainability through four key practices:
“By partnering with Azraq, we are taking decisive steps to empower our clients to make a positive environmental impact,” said Céline Gauthier-Darnis, EVP MENA & APAC at Equativ. “Together, we aim to support the culture of sustainability that extends beyond our operations and engages our clients in meaningful initiatives in the UAE. We are excited to contribute to concrete and visible environmental actions that are within an hour’s drive from our office.”
This partnership will focus on local projects that directly impact the UAE, such as planting mangrove trees in Al Zorah Natural Reserve in Ajman and restoring coral reefs. Additionally, clients will have the opportunity to participate in beach and desert clean-up efforts, promoting community involvement and raising environmental awareness.
Equativ is committed to integrating sustainable solutions into its operations, aiming to create a full-stack platform that enables carbon impact measurement and reduction at every stage of campaign delivery. This initiative will help drive efficient and sustainable ad buying.
