As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability and community engagement, 27 volunteers from Metito Dubai and Sharjah offices teamed up for a desert clean-up drive in Dubai.
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles are at the core of our sustainability efforts, reflecting our belief that companies should contribute to the long-term health and well-being of the environment and society. This initiative is aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 14 – Life below water, and 15 – Life on Land, and the UAE’s ‘Year of Sustainability,’ demonstrating our commitment to fostering environmental consciousness and sustainable practices.
The cleanup drive took place on Saturday, 2nd March 2024 in Al Qudra desert, which is a sprawling desert conservation area spanning over 80 square kilometers, boasting pristine dunes, serene lakes, and indigenous flora and fauna. During the event, volunteers diligently collected plastic waste, cigarette stubs, and other non-biodegradable materials, which posed serious threats to the local wildlife. Their efforts targeted mitigating the impact on the wildlife and surroundings, fostering a positive environmental change in the area.
Let’s continue to unite, act, and deliver on our commitment to sustainability, creating a better future for all.
Community outreach is all about enhancing resilience and well-being and contributing to the sustainability of the community by fostering collaboration, inclusivity, and a shared sense of responsibility for collective progress and prosperity.
Metito Indonesia is actively involved with the local community, championing key initiatives for years: Blood Donation and Clean-up Drives.
Blood donation is vital for communities as it saves lives in emergencies and medical procedures, ensuring a steady blood supply for those in need while promoting community health and solidarity. Metito Indonesia has endorsed this cause for years, and they annually conduct a blood donation drive, encouraging all employees to participate. This year is no different!
With sustainability being a key founding principle for Metito, environmental stewardship takes priority. Metito Indonesia organized a clean-up drive in Asam-Asam, Punagaya, and Taliwang for employees to clear grass and collect litter and plastic waste along the coastline.
Two billion people in the world still lack access to safely managed water, and among them, almost a billion people can not access even basic drinking water services. (Source: World bank)
In October 2023, Metito rejoined forces with Planet Water Foundation to deploy an AquaTower in Quezon Province, Philippines. The Aqua Tower will provide rural schools and communities access to clean, safe drinking water, handwashing, and sanitization infrastructure. This tower produces 1,000 liters/ hour and capable of supporting the daily drinking water requirements of up to 1800 people. With the mission to provide clean water and to teach the importance of hygiene, our passionate volunteers supported the assembly of Aqua Tower and delivered an awareness session to students.
Metito has been actively collaborating with the Planet Water Foundation since 2018, and this partnership is another contribution to the company’s ESG agenda and in line with Metito’s commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
As part of our corporate social responsibility, Metito hosted a delegation of 41 Students and teachers from Ashoka Business School – India at the Dubai Investments Park (DIP) project site to raise awareness about the pressing issue of water scarcity and discuss wastewater recycling and reuse. The visit was organized by the Wheel of Innovation Committee – India.
The visit started with an introductory presentation to educate the students about the challenges associated with water scarcity and the lack of access to clean and safe drinking water which are prevalent in many parts of the world, the students were then escorted to a tour of the facilities. The presentation covered the latest trends and statistics on freshwater availability, water scarcity, water demand, and how water recycling and reuse can support tightening the gap between the supply and demand of water. During the Q&A session, the students expressed great interest in the water sector, and many shared their concerns, particularly about sludge disposal, its impact on the environment, and the need for more initiatives to promote the recycling and reuse of water. The tour of the facilities explained the step-by-step procedure to produce high-quality water output using environmentally friendly processes and technology.
The students and teachers were welcomed by Mohamed Hamdy, Metito SPC Manager – Operations, Gems Evardo, Metito Corporate Communication Coordinator, and other representatives from Metito’s DIP plant.
As part of Metito’s efforts to promote a healthy lifestyle, the Metito Fitness Challenge “Count Your Steps” was launched. The objective was to encourage all employees to take at least 10,000 steps a day, promoting physical activity and improving overall health and well-being. The challenge ran for one month (22 Feb – 22 March 2023), during which employees were asked to track their steps using fitness tracking devices or mobile apps. The results were outstanding with the participation of 172 employees, 124 of which achieved the daily target and on overall staggering 36,374,044 steps taken.
“Fun Fact: The circumference of the Earth at the equator is approximately 24,901 miles and taking 36 million steps can cover a distance of around 17,280 miles – this is almost 70% of the distance around the world at the equator.”
One of the key factors contributing to the success of this challenge was the enthusiasm and engagement of the employees, with many of them sharing their feedback and how they felt more energized, less stressed, and more focused as they attempted to balance work/life balance to complete their daily targets.
