Environment
Ajman Free Zone wins the Modama Award for The Most Committed Entity category
Ajman Free Zone is pleased to announce the winner of the most coveted Modema Awards 2019 in the "Most Committed Entity" category. The award was received by H.E. Fatma Salem, Acting Director General of Ajman Free Zone.
The Most Committed Entity category Type Award is presented in recognition of Ajman Free Zones innovative programs and outstanding commitment to environmental sustainability.
Established in 2018 by the Ajman Tourism Development Department, the Modema Awards seeks to honor hospitality organizations and those who are actively working towards a more sustainable and environmentally sound future.
Acting Director General of Ajman Free Zone, H.E Fatma Salem, commented: Winning the Modema Awards is a great achievement, a testament to that the organization's commitment is at the forefront of making a change. The recognition is a reflection of the Ajman Free Zone community's commitment to shaping the future of the United Arab Emirates by promoting the local business community and individuals with an environmental sense. We are determined to furthering the Sustainability Agenda and we will continue to emphasize green initiatives and conservational concerns as part of our growth and development plans.
Executive Director of the Property Sector at Ajman Free Zone, Abdulrahman Al Janahi, Said : We at Ajman Free Zone work tirelessly to advance a sustainable agenda and remain committed to international standards to maintain safety and the environment. We are constantly advancing a variety of green initiatives in the Free Zone, including the launch of eco-friendly warehouses that will be held in 2020. I would like to thank all the team members who followed these best practices and for their consistent follow up and implementation.
Team Leader, Innovation & Excellence of Ajman Free Zone, Fatima Al Hamrani, commented: Today, we are delighted to be recognized by the Tourism Department in Ajman for this award. This gives us a great incentive to pursue progress and innovation in the field of environmental protection. AFZ's commitment to these practices comes in the backdrop of the UAE's general policies and its commitment to keep pace with its comprehensive development plans at various levels.
Ajman Free Zone recently signed cooperation agreements with the Federal Electricity and Water Authority aimed at implementing specific projects that serve the community. Under the deal with Ajman Free Zone, electric car chargers for electric vehicles will be installed in several locations. This move reflects efforts to increase reliance on clean, renewable energy resources to maintain a sustainable environment.
In addition to the current efforts, Ajman Free Zone has launched several initiatives in collaboration with various governmental and private companies, that will highlights the importance of creating a sustainable tomorrow, Including the installation of solar powered lighting fixtures in the Chinese market in Ajman and other efforts in the pipeline that will focus on protecting the environment and improving sustainability.