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Al Bawaba
a day ago
- Business
- Al Bawaba
30 Branches: Union Coop Reinforces Support for Local Producers and the Community
Retail pioneer 'Union Coop' has expanded its presence to 30 branches across Dubai, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to smart retail, community service, and local economic CEO Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi stated that the expansion reflects the Coop's dedication to offering innovative, high-quality shopping experiences while staying close to the community. 'Our growth is guided by a focus on quality, sustainability, and digital transformation,' he Coop continues to prioritize local sourcing, offering over 6,000 locally made products, and maintaining strong partnerships with Emirati farmers, fishermen, and suppliers. Fresh produce is delivered directly from 25 UAE farms, alongside locally sourced fish and branches are equipped with smart technologies and inclusive features, ensuring accessibility for all, including People of Determination and senior citizens. Al Hashemi emphasized that Union Coop's growth is not just about expansion, but about supporting the national economy and promoting social responsibility. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.
Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
30 branches: Union Coop reinforces support for local producers and the community
Dubai, UAE: Retail pioneer 'Union Coop' has expanded its presence to 30 branches across Dubai, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to smart retail, community service, and local economic support. The CEO Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi stated that the expansion reflects the Coop's dedication to offering innovative, high-quality shopping experiences while staying close to the community. 'Our growth is guided by a focus on quality, sustainability, and digital transformation,' he said. Union Coop continues to prioritize local sourcing, offering over 6,000 locally made products, and maintaining strong partnerships with Emirati farmers, fishermen, and suppliers. Fresh produce is delivered directly from 25 UAE farms, alongside locally sourced fish and meat. All branches are equipped with smart technologies and inclusive features, ensuring accessibility for all, including People of Determination and senior citizens. Al Hashemi emphasized that Union Coop's growth is not just about expansion, but about supporting the national economy and promoting social responsibility.
Hi Dubai
22-07-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Union Coop and Positive Zero Launch one of the Middle East's Largest Retail Solar Energy Projects
Union Coop (UNIONCOOP:DFM), the largest consumer cooperative in the UAE, in partnership with Positive Zero, a leading provider of decentralised clean energy solutions, has launched one of the Middle East's largest solar energy projects in the retail sector. The long-term agreement will see the installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs and parking areas across Union Coop locations, aimed at significantly reducing carbon emissions and supporting the UAE's net-zero targets. The agreement was signed at Union Coop's headquarters in Al Warqa City Mall, Dubai in the presence of Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop; Mr. Mohammed Abdulghaffar Hussain, Chairman of Positive Zero; Mr. Ahmed Al Zarooni, Chief Real Estate Officer of Union Coop; Mr. David Auriau, CEO of Positive Zero; and Mr. Laurent Longuet, CEO of Positive Zero's Generation business, along with other distinguished attendees. Scheduled for completion by mid-2026, the project will cover up to 30 Union Coop sites across Dubai and the Umm Al Quwain Coop headquarters (managed by Union Coop). With an installed capacity of 17.3 megawatts, the system is expected to produce approximately 29.23 gigawatt-hours of clean electricity annually—enough to power over 4,000 homes. The initiative will reduce carbon emissions by up to 21,650 tons each year, the equivalent environmental benefit of planting approximately 325,000 trees. It aligns with the UAE Net Zero 2050 Strategic Initiative and the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, which aims to raise clean energy's share to 30% of the national energy mix by 2030. Commenting on the milestone, Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop, said: Today marks a landmark moment in Union Coop's journey to become a leader in sustainability. By integrating clean energy solutions into our daily operations, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting the UAE's vision for a net-zero future by 2050. Union Coop aims to serve as a role model in the retail sector by adopting innovative practices that reduce carbon emissions and create a lasting environmental impact. Our responsibility as a cooperative goes beyond serving the people, as we are equally committed to protecting the environment and embedding sustainable practices that ensure a brighter future for generations to come. For his part, Mohammed Abdulghaffar Hussain, Chairman of Positive Zero, added: Union Coop has an important heritage, serving the UAE community for decades. This project represents one of the largest retail chain solar agreements ever signed in the Middle East and Positive Zero's most extensive generation undertaking for the retail sector in the UAE to date. We look forward to a long, successful partnership with Union Coop and delivering major environmental benefits from this renewable energy mission. Echoing similar sentiments, David Auriau, CEO of Positive Zero, stated: Union Coop is making a major step forward in its sustainability journey with this distributed solar project. Our teams are already working together on the first phase, and by this time next year, we expect clean, renewable energy to be powering all agreed sites. Collaboratively, we will drive greater operational, economic and environmental sustainability and identify the potential for further clean energy innovations. Union Coop continues to champion sustainability through impactful initiatives, including banning single-use plastic bags, adopting eco-friendly packaging, and collaborating with public and private sectors to reduce supply chain emissions. To find out more about Positive Zero's projects, visit the link here. Source: Union Coop
Zawya
22-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai-listed Union Coop to generate green energy to cut carbon emissions
Union Coop, the largest consumer cooperative in the UAE, is installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs and parking areas as it seeks to lower carbon emissions and support the UAE's net-zero targets. The project, launched in collaboration with Dubai-based Positive Zero, will cover up to 30 Union Coop sites across Dubai and the Umm Al Quwain Coop headquarters (managed by Union Coop) with an installed capacity of 17.3 megawatts, the Dubai-listed company said in a statement. The project is expected to be completed by mid-2026 and produce 29.23 gigawatt-hours of clean electricity annually, sufficient to power over 4,000 homes. It is scheduled for completion by mid-2026. The initiative will reduce carbon emissions by up to 21,650 tonnes annually, equivalent to the environmental benefit of planting 325,000 trees. 'By integrating clean energy solutions into our daily operations, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting the UAE's vision for a net-zero future by 2050,' said Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop. (Writing by P Deol; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
Al Bawaba
21-07-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
35% Emiratization: Union Coop Focuses on Social Responsibility and National Talent Development
Popular retailer 'Union Coop' has announced that Emiratis now make up 35% of all localizable roles within the organization, reflecting its strong commitment to Emiratization and national talent Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi emphasized that Emiratization is central to Union Coop's strategy, aligning with the UAE's vision to strengthen Emirati presence in the private sector. He noted the cooperative's focus goes beyond numbers, aiming to empower and professionally develop national Coop offers tailored training programs, practical internships for university students, and dedicated roles for 80 national service and reserve personnel. It also runs leadership development programs to prepare future Emirati leaders. Al Hashemi affirmed that empowering national talent is part of Union Coop's social responsibility, and the organization will continue collaborating with government and private entities to support the UAE's sustainable development goals. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.
