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The Eco-friendly ride option supported by
the TGA will enable customers to contribute to carbon removal efforts through
MEWA’s tree-planting initiatives powered by the Sedrah Program.
Riyadh,
Saudi Arabia – 06 January 2025 – CarbonSifr, a pioneering climate-tech company
and a participant in the inaugural Sedrah Program under MEWA (Ministry of
Environment ,Water and Agriculture) and Careem Rides, focused on facilitating
everyday reliable and convenient commuting options for the region through the
Careem app, are announcing the launch of Careem’s Eco-friendly ride option in
Saudi Arabia with support from the Transport General Authority (TGA) and MEWA’s
Sedrah Program.
Eco-friendly rides, launched in collaboration
with the TGA and MEWA’s Sedrah Program, will first be available in Riyadh.
Customers who choose the Eco-friendly option will enjoy the same reliable and
convenient everyday Careem rides while contributing to carbon removal efforts,
achieved through the tree planting program of the Ministry of Environment,
Water and Agriculture (MEWA) powered by Sedrah.
Commenting on the announcement, Saleh Ibrahim Al-Zuwayed, Director and
spokesperson at Transport General Authority said: “At the Transport General Authority, we are committed to
fostering eco-friendly transport solutions that contribute to the Kingdom’s
Vision 2030 goals. We also recognize and congratulate impactful initiatives
that showcase how innovation can support environmental objectives and our
journey towards a more sustainable future.”
On
his part, Wael Ibrahim; GM of Careem
Rides in KSA, Egypt & Bahrain said: “This comes as part of our ongoing
efforts to continuously innovate and bring a positive impact to the communities
we’re part of. We are excited to make this ride option available in Saudi
Arabia, giving customers the opportunity to reduce the carbon impact of their
daily trips by supporting MEWA’s tree-planting projects across the Kingdom.”
The new Eco-Friendly ride option is part of
CarbonSifr’s broader commitment to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and
environmental goals, and represents a significant step toward helping reduce
emissions in line with national objectives. All trees planted through this
initiative will be in MEWA-designated sites in Saudi Arabia, directly impacting
local sustainability efforts. By focusing on reforestation in key ecological
zones, the initiative aims to create long-term environmental resilience,
helping mitigate climate change’s effects and preserve natural ecosystems.
Al-Shammari, Sedrah Program Manager, said: “CarbonSifr is one of the standout
startups in our Sedrah Accelerator program, and we’ve been dedicated to
providing them with the support they need to succeed within the Kingdom. This
partnership with Careem Rides reflects the innovative approach that will drive
Saudi Arabia’s transition to a low-carbon future.
“By
integrating technology to reduce emissions through everyday services like
transportation, they contribute directly to our national sustainability and
emission reduction goals. I’m incredibly proud to see our collaboration already
bearing fruit, and I look forward to this initiative’s positive impact on the
Kingdom’s environmental efforts.”
Commenting on the announcement, Onur Elgun, CEO of CarbonSifr said:
“We are incredibly grateful for the unlimited support from our partners Careem
Rides and the MEWA’s Sedrah Program.
Their innovative thinking and ambition to be trailblazers have helped us
enormously with this great initiative in the Kingdom.”
He added:
“Through
our partnership with Careem Rides, we provide a simple, effective way for
individuals to participate in Eco-Friendly behaviors by removing their CO2
emission impact while supporting MEWA’s tree planting projects in Saudi Arabia.
This program is about turning everyday actions into meaningful climate
solutions, and we’re excited to bring this initiative to the Kingdom with
Careem Rides, and more is yet to come.”
To book an Eco-friendly Careem Ride in Riyadh,
download the Careem app from the App Store, Google Play, or via direct Android download, and navigate to
Ride options.
About CarbonSifr
CarbonSifr is a climate
tech company accelerated by MEWA’s Sedrah Program in the Kingdom. Dedicated to
integrating climate action into everyday life, they provide technology
solutions to measure, reduce, and remove businesses’ carbon footprint.
Recognized for its efforts, CarbonSifr is pivotal in promoting climate
awareness and accelerating climate action in the Middle East. CarbonSifr is a
TÜV Rheinland Germany-certified company.
About Careem
Rides
Careem Rides is a wholly owned subsidiary of Uber
Inc, facilitating reliable, convenient and stress-free everyday commutes in the
MENAP region, through a diverse portfolio of offerings through the Careem
Everything app. Since launching in the UAE in 2012, we are now available in
more than 70 cities in 9 countries across the region, creating flexible
economic opportunities for millions of Captains, and facilitating millions of
rides in and around cities for customers.”
About The
Transport General Authority
(TGA) is serves as the
regulatory and legislative body for the transport sector, overseeing the
regulation, licensing, and monitoring of all forms of land, maritime, and
railway transport. TGA aims to create an
integrated transportation environment characterized by efficiency, high
quality, and cost-effectiveness by adopting the latest technologies and
enhancing investment opportunities in the transport industry, as we move
together towards a brighter future.