Spotlight by Fady Jameel

In this thought leader series, 'Spotlight', Fady Jameel, Deputy President and Vice Chairman, Abdul Latif Jameel, takes an in-depth look at some of the world's most pressing issues.

In these articles Fady considers the challenges we face and examines the policies, technologies, approaches being utilized.  He'll also talk to the people involved in formulating the solutions and making a difference -  both from within Abdul Latif Jameel, Community Jameel and from industry, science and academia. 

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November 26, 2025 | Dubai, UAE

11 mins

Steel deal: how could decarbonizing steel help build a greener future?

Steel plays an integral role in all our lives.  From transport, construction and infrastructure to consumer products and medical devices implanted in our bodies. Steel is, literally, everywhere.  Why is it so indispensable?  Well, not least because steel is strong, long-lasting and infinitely recyclable without any loss of properties.

November 19, 2025 | Dubai, UAE

11 mins

Can AI help or hinder a greener future?

Artificial intelligence (AI) – we are told – is the secret weapon that could save us from a climate timebomb.  It could potentially enable cleaner ways of living, reduce needless carbon emissions, and devise new ways of restoring our atmosphere to its natural balance.  There is just one problem . . . .    AI itself has a significant carbon impact.