CREATING THE SOCIAL IMPACT
Combating climate change is one of humanity’s defining challenges of the 2020s. U&U Climate Change Centre partners with businesses to help them prepare for a decarbonized world, supporting them as they drive technological and economic transformations and realize competitive advantage in a low-carbon economy.
At U&U we deliver the climate change services through the following
1. Carbon Accounting
Our Carbon Accounting services include quantifying and reporting your corporate and product footprints in compliance with international standards and best practices. We also develop greenhouse gas inventories on the country, city and community scale. Identify your impact and opportunities for emission reductions as a first step to paving your way on the Sustainability Roadmap
2. Net Zero Experts
Net Zero can be defined as a state where we add no incremental greenhouse gases to the atmosphere – in other words a balance between what we emit and what we remove from the atmosphere via sequestration. However, fundamental to a Net Zero strategy must be significant decarbonization, without which we will fail to meet our great challenge. To align with the IPCC’s 1.5⁰C climate ambition, to limit the impact of climate change, the world needs to reduce net annual greenhouse emissions by at least 40GT by mid-century. At U&U, we have resources and capabilities to guide organizations in their net zero strategy.
In today’s world, it’s no longer enough for businesses to view their social contributions through the lens of traditional corporate social responsibility. Increasingly, they are challenged to do more. That’s why we developed total societal impact.
The circular economy is one of the biggest economic growth opportunities to have been identified for many years. Estimates suggest that the global population will reach close to 9 billion by 2030 – including 3 billion new middle-class consumers. This places unprecedented pressure on natural resources to meet future consumer demand. The circular economy is a redesign of this future, where industrial systems are restorative and regenerative by intention. Nothing that is made in a circular economy becomes waste, moving away from our current linear ‘take-make-dispose’ economy. The circular economy’s potential for innovation, job creation and economic development is huge: estimates indicate a trillion-dollar opportunity
The world relies on sustainable agriculture, resilient supply chains, and the availability of healthy food. U&U works with businesses and foundations, to make the world’s food supply flourish—even in the face of climate-related threats.
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a transparent, objective report that communicates what a product is made of and how it impacts the environment across its entire life cycle. A verified EPD can earn your products credits for LEED v4 and other green building rating systems. EPDs satisfy all of the requirements of Product Category Rules (PCR) and follow international standards, including ISO 14044, ISO 14025, and ISO 21930.
1. Product Category Rule (PCR)
The international standard governing EPDs (ISO 14025) requires that certified EPDs be prepared in accordance with PCRs meeting specific criteria. PCRs define the product category, describe the scope of the life cycle assessment (LCA) to be conducted, and identify the types of potential impacts that must be evaluated and reported.
2. LCA Study
The LCA is typically conducted by a recognized neutral third-party, in accordance with international LCA standards (ISO-14040 series). The assessment must, at a minimum, address each environmental or human health impact identified in the PCR.
3. EPD Report
The quality of the resulting EPD is based on the findings of this assessment. It must disclose all information required in ISO 14025 and defined in the PCR, including a description of the study scope, the product, results, and additional environmental information about the product.
1. Carbon Accounting
Our Approach:
➺ Define the boundaries for emissions included in your footprint. Collect data on GHG emissions.
➺ Establish the footprint using the latest climate science.
➺ Analyze the contribution of different facilities and suppliers.
➺ Identify best practices to reduce your emissions.
Tools & Frameworks:
➺ National Communication for Non Annex-1 Parties -Bi Annual Reporting to UNFCCC
➺ ISO 14064- Corporate Carbon Footprint Quantification
➺ ISO 14067- Product Carbon Footprint Quantification
➺ ISO 16745 -Building Carbon Footprint Quantification
➺ ISO 16745 -Building Carbon Footprint Quantification
Our Impacts:
➺ Decarbonization Strategy
➺ Zero Carbon Initiatives
2. Net Zero Experts
Our Approach:
➺ Sustainability Reporting
(GRI, SASB, IIRC, UNGC, CDP) Measuring, managing and reporting on the progress of the organization's sustainability journey
➺ Align the Report with UNGSD 2030
Our Impact:
➺ Stakeholders Satisfaction
➺ Responsible Investment Criteria Fulfillment
➺ Value added report for IPO
The circular economy is one of the biggest economic growth opportunities to have been identified for many years. Estimates suggest that the global population will reach close to 9 billion by 2030 – including 3 billion new middle-class consumers. This places unprecedented pressure on natural resources to meet future consumer demand. The circular economy is a redesign of this future, where industrial systems are restorative and regenerative by intention. Nothing that is made in a circular economy becomes waste, moving away from our current linear ‘take-make-dispose’ economy. The circular economy’s potential for innovation, job creation and economic development is huge: estimates indicate a trillion-dollar opportunity
Our Approach:
Our Impact:
➺ Waste Reduction Strategy
➺ Creating Value Chain
➺ Improve Productivity
1. Energy Audit
Our Approach:
➺ Ashrae Level I & Level Ii Audits
➺ Interview with the FM team
➺ Document Review
➺ Level I Walk Through Survey
➺ Study of existing systems and equipment
➺ Data Collection
➺ Establish Base Year Consumption and reconcile with End Use Consumption Estimates
➺ Develop list of potential Energy Efficiency Measures (EEMs)
Our Impact:
➺ Decreased Energy Consumption
➺ Increased life of assets
➺ Decreased CO2 Emissions
2. Energy Management System
Our Approach:
➺ Conduct Gap Analysis
➺ Identify gaps
➺ Collect Energy Data
➺ Identify Trends
➺ Prepare SEUS
➺ Prepare Energy Baselines
➺ Prepare EnPls & Energy Reduction Plan
➺ Fix Targets
➺ Prepare Operational Controls
➺ Monitor the Operational Controls
Our Impact:
➺ Decreased Energy Consumption
➺ Increased life of assets
➺ Decreased CO2 Emissions
3. Green Buildings -LEED O&M
Our Approach:
➺ Gap Analysis based on LEED O&M 4.1 Version
➺ Low Emitting Materials
We help source low-emitting materials, reviewing manufacturing data and emissions test reports, for paints, coatings, adhesives, sealants, caulks, flooring, ceiling, composite wood and furniture.
➺ Building Product Disclosure and Optimization/Material Ingredients
We evaluate building product transparency documents and verify claims.
➺ PBT Source Reduction
We work with healthcare clients and their designers to reduce mercury, lead, cadmium and copper in specified products and inform selection of LEED compliant furniture and medical furnishings.
➺ Tenant Satisfaction Survey
We conduct tenant survey.
➺ Green Cleaning Policy, Products and Materials
We set goals and strategies for cleaning, including protection of vulnerable occupants and appropriate disinfectant use.
➺ Integrated Pest Management
We develop programs including nonchemical pest prevention.
➺ IAQ Management Program
We establish IAQ management strategies based on EPA’s I-BEAM, and audit performance.
➺ Innovation
We work with owners and their design teams to select and document compliance with LEED innovative approaches to advance occupant health and well-being.
Our Impact:
➺ Proactive and focused Approach
➺ Experts involved in designing IAQ Criteria of LEED O&M
4. Green Business Model – Turning Green to Gold
Our Approach:
➺ Assessment
➺ Sustainability Plan
➺ Monthly Support and Guidance
➺ Annual Audit and Certification
Our Impact:
➺ Setting an Industry standard for Green Practices
➺ 100 Point System of Achievement
➺ Earned, not bought
5. Environment Impact Assessment
Our Approach:
➺ Create a project strategy which identifies the range of issues critical to project risk, value and ultimately success.
➺ Define a suitable project scope, proportionate to the nature and scale of the development, by initiating an early and effective consultation process.
➺ Design-in solutions, embedding sustainable mitigation measures in the design, to add value and reduce the likelihood of issues later on, saving you time, money and wasted effort.
➺ Prepare a robust Environmental Statement or appraisal that addresses regulatory requirements and guidance.
Our Impact:
➺ A trusted partner based on expert independent advice and guidance delivered with the utmost integrity.
➺ A responsive, informed and commercially pragmatic approach.
➺ Access to the right people with the right skills, in the right location.
➺ Proactive communication at all stages, providing early identification of opportunities and constraints, ensuring there are no hidden surprises, saving you time and money.
6. Green Cleaning
About Steve Ashkin, The Father of Green Cleaning :
The Ashkin Group is led by Mr. Stephen P Ashkin who has more than 35 years in the cleaning industry and has become the leading figure in the global Green Cleaning Movement. Ashkin’s background includes serving as a member of the US Technical Advisory Group developing ISO 14000 and chairman of the US national standard ASTM E-1971 Standard Guide on Stewardship for Cleaning Commercial and Institutional Buildings. He was a founding member of both the Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge and the US Green Building Council where he served as a member of their national Board of Directors and served on the committee that wrote LEED for Existing Buildings (LEED:EBOM) where he drafted its cleaning credits. In addition he has written 4 books, 1,000+ magazine articles and spoken at over 300 conferences
Our Approach:
➺ Certified Green Cleaning Courses for various levels of the organization like Certified Green Cleaning Trainer, Certified Green Cleaning Supervisor and Certified Green Cleaning Operators
➺ Product Standards for Cleaning Chemicals, Disinfectants and Sanitizers, Hand Soap, Sanitary Papers and Plastic Liners
➺ Green Cleaning Certification for Service providers including Green Commercial Office Building Cleaning, Green School Cleaning, Green Healthcare Cleaning , Green Sport Facility Cleaning
Our Approach:
➺ Global Agriculture Practices: we provide advisory services for the agriculture and the food organizations for getting them certified as per the requirements of Global GAP
➺ BRC Food and Packaging: we provide advisory services for the food packaging and the food organizations for getting them certified as per the requirements of BRC Food and Packaging Respectively
Our Impact:
➺ One of the Few consultants in UAE to focus on Global Gap
➺ Experience for both getting accreditation and certification
1. Identify the Product Category Rule
➺ U&U will work with you to find the PCR that is most relevant to your product.
➺ If a relevant PCR does not exist, we offer PCR development services.
2. Scoping and Data Collection
➺ Select the program operator to verify LCA and EPD
➺ U&U works with you to ensure that the EPD will represent your range of products through an efficient and cost effective scope.
➺ U&U sends a Data Request Form to gather necessary supplier and manufacturing data. U&U provides guidance throughout this process.
3. Perform Life Cycle Assessment
➺ U&U builds the LCA model(s) using LCA modeling software, data collected, and supplemental Ecoinvent datasets.
➺ The resulting LCA Report is critically reviewed for conformance to ISO 14044 following ISO 14071.
4. Prepare EPD
➺ The U&U life cycle team prepares an EPD compliant with the PCR, incorporating the results of the LCA and any other information required in a market-ready format.
➺ Your feedback on the EPD is included in the EPD preparation.
5. Verify EPD
➺ Consistent with the requirements of ISO 14025, the EPD will be reviewed and verified by a third-party team.
➺ U&U facilitates this verification process through a fully independent external verifier.
6. Publish EPD
➺ Once the EPD is completed and verified, U&U will register the EPD with the selected program operator.
| Project | Client | Impact to the organizaion |
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National Communication Submission ( National Carbon Footprint) |
Nationally determined contribution for Non Annex-1 Country |
Training for the ministry of forest & environment |
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Circular Economy |
One of the Top 5 printing Company in UAE |
Circular Economy Strategy - Used FSC Certified Products as Raw Materials and Recycled the finished products leading to circular economy |
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ESG for IPO- Sustainability Reporting |
Telecommunication Organization based in UK and PAN Africa |
Mobile tower company was initially applying for IPO in London Stock Exchange |
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Measuring & Reporting Product GHG |
One of the Top 5 printing Company in UAE |
Becomes the First Printing Company in UAE to Report GHG Quantification |
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Measuring & Reporting Corporate GHG |
Telecommunication Organization based in UK and PAN Africa |
Reduced the GHG by 7000MT in the first year for Mobile Tower Company in East & West Africa |
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GRI Reporting |
Reputed Business Association in UAE |
Trained Staff from SEWA,Etisalat and others in Aleem Sustainability Business Conference |
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Social Accountability |
One of the Top 5 printing Company in UAE |
Guided Printing Press Company for implementing SEDEX & SA 8000 |
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CSR Assessment based on Eco Vadis Framework |
FM- Cleaning Service Provider in Dubai |
Conducted CSR Assessment for FM Company |
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Anti- bribery Management System |
FM- Cleaning Service Provider in Dubai |
Designed and implemented Anti-Bribery Management System based on the requirements of ISO 37001:2016 |
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Energy Management System |
MNC Printing Organization based in Dubai & RAK |
For a Packaging Company whose utility Bill is 200000AED per month 10% savings was achieved |
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Environment Impact Assessment |
Printing Organizations in Dubai |
For meeting the requirements of DM for receiving license to printing press, EIA Report was prepared |
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LEED V4 implementation |
FM- Total FM Service Provider in Dubai |
Managing the LEED V4 Certified Building, ANAF as service provider implemented the requirements of LEED V4 |
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LEED V4.1 Gap Assessment |
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Major Oil & Gas Extraction & Distribution Company-Dubai |
Designed and implemented ISO 41001:2018 |
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Conducted FCI along with the Engineers and submitted the final report to ENOC |
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Conducted Gap Assessment and recommended actions necessary for transition to LEED O&M 4.1 |
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UNSDG 2030 Alignment |
FM- Total FM Service Provider in Dubai |
CSR 2.0 was initiated. |
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Operational Environment Management Plan |
FM- Cleaning Service Provider in Abudhabi |
Operational Environmental Management Plan for Business Plan |
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Product Carbon Footprint |
Cosmetics & Food Manufacturing Plant in RAK |
Based on ISO 14067:2018 |
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Product Carbon Footprint |
Steel Pipe Manufacturing Plant in RAK |
Based on ISO 14067:2018 |
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Product Carbon Footprint |
Cement Manufacturing Plant in Dubai |
About to Commence- ISO 14067 |