The Middle East Sustainability Forum announces Tabreed as a major partner for its fourth edition in 2026

The Middle East Sustainability Forum today announced that Tabreed, the global leader in energy-efficient district cooling solutions and sustainable cooling infrastructure, has joined as a key partner for the fourth edition of the forum, which will be held on January 27 and 28, 2026 at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak bin Dainah, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and with the support of the Supreme Council for the Environment.

The fourth edition of the Middle East Sustainability Forum 2026 will be held under the slogan “Enhancing consensus, innovation and implementation for energy and climate transformation,” and is expected to attract more than 500 leaders and decision-makers from the region and the world, including ministers, government officials, financial institutions, major companies, investors, and international experts. The forum opens with a special speech by His Excellency Jassim Mohammed Al Budaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, followed by a keynote speech by His Excellency Dr. Mahmoud Mohieldin, the United Nations Special Envoy for Financing the 2030 Agenda, to set the regional and international frameworks for discussion on the energy transition and climate action.

Tabreed’s joining the forum as a major partner reflects its role in providing reliable, low-carbon cooling solutions for major projects throughout the Middle East and beyond. District cooling is key to reducing electricity demand, improving energy efficiency, and supporting national decarbonization strategies in hot-climate economies.

Tabreed Bahrain has also maintained a strong operational presence for more than two decades, providing district cooling services to a number of the most prominent development projects in the Kingdom. Through its operations in Bahrain, the company contributes to enhancing energy efficiency and reducing emissions across mixed-use, commercial and waterfront projects, enhancing its role as a reliable partner in providing solutions consistent with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s priorities in the areas of sustainability and transformation in the energy sector.

Commenting on the partnership, Ali Al Rumaihi, General Manager of Tabreed’s business in the Kingdom of Bahrain, said: “We are pleased to join the Middle East Sustainability Forum as a key partner in its 2026 edition. District cooling is a proven and scalable solution that supports energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and long-term urban sustainability. Through our operations in the Kingdom of Bahrain and across the region, Tabreed continues its commitment to supporting national sustainability goals, in addition to providing reliable solutions that contribute to supporting Economic growth. We look forward to contributing to the forum’s discussions and advancing practical solutions for energy transition and climate action.”

For her part, Ms. Zahraa Taher, CEO of FinMark Communications, founder and organizer of the forum, said, “Tabreed’s leadership in providing highly energy-efficient cooling infrastructure, and its extensive presence in the Kingdom of Bahrain, make it a natural key partner for the fourth edition of the forum. With the region’s focus on implementation and practical application, Tabreed brings

Real-world experience in deploying solutions at scale, and we are pleased to welcome it as a key partner at the Middle East Sustainability Forum 2026.”

The discussions of the fourth edition of the forum address a number of main topics, including alignment of national visions and public policies, sustainable financing and financing of the transition, energy transition and industrial decarbonization, climate policies and legislation, carbon and biodiversity markets, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, innovation and climate entrepreneurship, and building capabilities that support effective implementation.

The 2026 edition also includes an expanded program of specialized workshops, presented by leading global institutions, including sessions led by KPMG on achieving zero neutrality and responsible sourcing, the United Nations Development Program on carbon markets and Article VI mechanisms, and the Anthes Group on sustainability, corporate reputation and value creation.

The 2026 edition of the Middle East Sustainability Forum is supported by the two main partners: Safaa Platform and the Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait. The United Nations Development Programme, ABC Bank, and Gulf International Bank are strategic partners. The list of forum partners also includes the Bahrain Aluminum Company (Alba), the National Bank of Bahrain, the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), the Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Company (ASRY), the Bahrain Ship Repair and Engineering Company (BASREC), the Gulf Aluminum Rolling Mills Company (GARMCO), the American Chamber of Commerce in Bahrain, and Gulf Air as forum partners. Tamkeen, Hassan Radhi & Company, GFH Financial Group (GFH) and United Enterprises are participating as supporting partners, while the list of learning partners includes the University of Strathclyde and Impact Learning and Development, along with Arab News, Al-Ayyam, OGN, Trade Arabia, and BFT Media, as media partners, and The Butterfly Effect as marketing partner.