Driving Global Decarbonization in Cairo, Egypt Egyptian Carbon Center Appointed Accelerator for the Race to Zero

The Egyptian Carbon Center has been named an Accelerator for the Race to Zero, a key role that highlights its leadership in carbon management and sustainability. This partnership aims to accelerate the decarbonization efforts of companies worldwide, providing them with essential tools and guidance to achieve net zero emissions.

“We are thrilled to have the Egyptian Carbon Center (ECC) join us as our first North African Accelerator in the Race to Zero” says Ms. Nigar Arpadarai, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP29. “Africa has a unique role to play in driving forward a just and equitable transition to net zero emissions. We look forward to working with ECC on empowering businesses for sustainable change in Egypt and beyond.”

As an Accelerator, the Egyptian Carbon Center will offer companies access to cutting-edge resources and tailored strategies to reduce their carbon footprint. This collaboration supports businesses in setting ambitious climate goals, implementing effective decarbonization practices, and fostering long-term environmental and economic benefits. Partnering with the Egyptian Carbon Center will help companies drive innovation and enhance competitiveness by adopting green technologies.

“We’re honored to be an Accelerator for the Race to Zero,” said Omar Ghaly, CEO and Founder of the Egyptian Carbon Center. “This partnership reinforces our dedication to supporting global sustainability efforts.”

The Egyptian Carbon Center invites companies to get started on their journey now by learning more and joining the Race to Zero.

About Race to Zero

Led by the UN Climate Change High-Level Champions, the Race to Zero is a global campaign rallying non-State actors – including companies, cities, regions, financial, educational, and healthcare institutions – to take rigorous and immediate action to contribute to halving global emissions by 2030 and deliver a healthier, fairer, zero carbon world. Since June 2020, over 15,500 members have joined the campaign and are committed to the same overarching goal: reducing emissions across all scopes swiftly and fairly in line with the Paris Agreement.

About the Egyptian Carbon Center

The Egyptian Carbon Center is a leader in carbon management, dedicated to promoting sustainable solutions and empowering businesses to achieve their decarbonization goals.