Abdul Latif Jameel

24/08/2026

The Jameel Cast Season 2, Episode 1: Is risk the real barrier to water investment?

Today we're exploring a contradiction at the heart of global development: water investment in emerging markets.

The social case seems undeniable, yet private capital remains hesitant.

Our regular AI host Alex is joined by a new face on The Jameel Cast, our latest AI guest, Makoto.

The Jameel Cast is the official generative AI podcast of Abdul Latif Jameel, available where you get your podcasts. You can read more of our 'Perspectives' thought leadership articles at alj.com.

The Jameel Cast . . . Stay Curious!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/tCUJctvbADo

05/08/2026

Burning ambition: can waste help solve the energy conundrum?

As a society, we face dual dilemmas as we spread our footprint across the Earth: a surplus of garbage from our homes and industries, and a lack of clean energy to power our daily lives.

Increasingly, it appears these two problems might have a single solution through: reprocessing and reuse - waste-to-energy.

In our new Abdul Latif Jameel Perspectives, we look to answer the question – can waste-to-energy help ease the competing pressures of mounting waste and rising energy demand?

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As a society, we face dual dilemmas as we spread our footprint across the Earth: a surplus of garbage from our homes and industries, and a lack of clean energy to power our daily lives. Increasingly, it appears these two problems might have a single solution through: reprocessing and reuse - waste-t...

23/07/2026

Why does drought keep escalating despite the strong case for prevention?

Drought has traditionally been treated as a localized, seasonal problem: an agricultural setback to be endured in a difficult year and recovered the next.

That framing no longer reflects reality.

Carlos Cosin, CEO, Almar Water Solutionsmar Water Solutions argues in his latest Q&A for Abdul Latif Jameeldul Latif Jameel that the central failing is the outdated approach taken to water risk.

Water systems are still managed reactively, responding to drought once it arrives, rather than proactively building resilience long before reservoirs run low.

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Drought has traditionally been treated as a localized, seasonal problem: an agricultural setback to be endured in a difficult year and recovered from in the next. That framing no longer reflects reality.

19/06/2026

Abdul Latif Jameel ranked #1 in Forbes Middle East Top 100

Forbes Middle Eastt has released its Top 100 Arab Family Businesses for 2026, and Abdul Latif Jameel was ranked number one.

Today, a network of businesses across 35+ markets, over 6 continents with more than 11,000 Associates from 85+ nationalities, this accolade says so much more than business performance alone.

It represents a legacy nurtured over three generations of the Jameel family, true to the principles of our late founder, deep relationships with stakeholders in our 80-year journey, including business partners, governments, our own Associates and of course our communities.

Treating our clients and customers as our guests.

A strong and unwavering commitment to our people carrying on the principles of our late founder, including attracting, developing, and retaining top talent across our international network of businesses.

The foresight to diversify into the sectors driving the future of our global economy and broad enough to secure resilience to hold steady through uncertainty.

A focus on innovation fueling a healthy pipeline of opportunities, investments, and new initiatives.

The strength to keep growing, investing in our collective futures and most importantly, this ranking reflects how ready Abdul Latif Jameel is for what’s ahead… as we continue to work together towards a more beautiful tomorrow.

Read the full article here: https://www.forbesmiddleeast.com/lists/top-100-arab-family-businesses-2026/abdul-latif-jameel/

Photo caption: Portrait of the late Sheikh Abdul Latif Jameel (1912-1993), founder of the Abdul Latif Jameel network of businesses.

15/06/2026

On the occasion of the Hijri New Year, Abdul Latif Jameel extends warmest wishes to our Associates, partners, and extended family.

26/05/2026

Eid Al Adha Mubarak

Abdul Latif Jameell wishes our Associates and their families, our partners, guests, and community a peaceful Eid Al Adha. May the spirit of this occasion offer wellbeing, happiness, health, and prosperity to you.

تتقدم عبد اللطيف جميل بأطيب التهاني إلى زملائنا وعائلاتهم، وشركائنا وضيوفنا، بمناسبة حلول عيد الأضحى المبارك.
نتمنى لكم عيدًا سعيدًا مليئًا بالطمأنينة والرفاه والسعادة والصحة والازدهار.

18/03/2026

Eid Blessings from Abdul Latif Jameel

May this Eid Al Fitr bring loved ones together to reflect on our fortunes and prosperity.

As we celebrate, let’s remember the values of empathy, understanding, tolerance and respect, generosity, and unity.

11/03/2026

The Jameel Cast - Episode 11: Decarbonization Begins at Home

You might be surprised to find that the combined direct and indirect impact of household consumption accounted for about 60% of global greenhouse gas emissions, often in countries far from where the end-products are actually consumed.

When thinking about the challenges of meeting net zero, we often look at the actions being taken by industries and politicians. But with individual households such a significant contributor to emissions, can we play a bigger role in decarbonization?

In this episode of The Jameel Cast, join AI host Alex and AI Guest Sophie to explore how we can all make a difference.

The Jameel Cast . . . Stay Curious!

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Ge6JuHylmv0

Welcome to The Jameel Cast, episode 11.You might be surprised to find that the combined direct and indirect impact of household consumption accounted for abo...

18/02/2026

Ramadan Kareem from Abdul Latif Jameel

We wish our Associates, partners, family, and friends the most blessed Holy Month.

Let us embrace the spirit of togetherness, disconnect from distractions, and focus on creating memories with our loved ones.

رمضان كريم من عبد اللطيف جميل
نتمنى لجميع زملائنا وشركائنا وعائلاتنا وأصدقائنا شهراً مباركاً مليئاً بالخير والبركات.
فلنحتفِ بروح التكاتف، ونبتعد عن ضغوط الحياة، ونصنع لحظات لا تُنسى مع من نحب.

05/02/2026

FRV Australia awarded Long Duration Storage LTESA for Armidale East BESS in New South Wales

Fotowatio Renewable Ventures - FRV Australia’s Armidale East BESS has been awarded a Long-Term Energy Service Agreement (LTESA) under the NSW Electricity Infrastructure Program designed to accelerate the rollout of long-duration storage that contributes to the security, resilience, and decarbonization of the state’s electricity system.

The project will have a total capacity of 315 MW, of which 157.5 MW (1,260 MWh) has been awarded through the tender for an 8-hour duration system, positioning it as one of the most significant long-duration energy storage projects in the country.

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FRV Australia has announced that its Armidale East BESS project has been awarded a Long Duration Storage Long-Term Energy Service Agreement (LTESA) under Tender Round 6 of the New South Wales Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap.