My inspiring journey to COP28 Green Zone | Unveiling CarbonSifr

Farah Hfr
2 min readDec 23, 2023

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In the vibrant green zone of the COP28 Start-up Village, where the urgency of climate action permeated the atmosphere, I stumbled upon a beacon of hope — CarbonSifr, a company dedicated to making climate action accessible and impactful. The encounter was not just informative but marked the beginning of a transformative understanding of climate responsibility.

CarbonSifr, or CarbonZero, embarks on a mission to achieve tangible climate impact for businesses by following a three-pronged approach: creating awareness, enabling tangible climate action, and ensuring a transparent impact. The company specializes in developing intelligent climate tech solutions that seamlessly integrate into the day-to-day activities of organizations and their customers. This user-friendly approach ensures that their solutions are not only easy to implement but also easy to use. By connecting different elements, CarbonSifr accelerates climate action, enhancing the attractiveness of businesses and empowering everyone to contribute to the solution. Their step-by-step approach signifies a commitment to accelerating the region toward a better climate.

One standout initiative involves planting mangrove trees in the UAE, aligning with the government’s ambitious Net Zero goal by 2050. Teaming up with Azraq and Quest for Adventure, CarbonSifr not only supports biodiversity but also actively contributes to carbon removal, with each mangrove tree removing 12.3kg of CO2.

My journey with CarbonSifr began as I explored their stand at Cop28. It amazed me how businesses and customers could effectively contribute to a sustainable future with just a click.

Meeting the team at COP28 was not just an introduction but a call to action. It transitioned from curiosity to advocacy as I learned about their commitment to awareness, consistent action, and tangible impact, rooted in scientific standards.

CarbonSifr isn’t merely a company; it’s a catalyst for change. As we look to the future, the journey from that chance encounter at COP28 to actively supporting their mission feels like a step in the right direction. Each click, each purchase, and each planted mangrove tree symbolize progress towards a better, more sustainable world.

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Farah Hfr

Lebanese in Abu Dhabi, MA Development Studies at a UN-mandated university.