UE Dubai and BSH Middle East Celebrate Young Sustainability Innovators at the Green Genius Challenge Awards Ceremony
Dubai, UAE – February 4, 2025 – The University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Dubai (UE Dubai) and BSH Home Appliances Middle East celebrated the remarkable achievements of emerging visionaries at the Green Genius Challenge: Eco-Appliance Edition awards ceremony. Held at UE Dubai’s campus on National Environment Day, the event recognized innovative student-driven solutions for sustainable home appliances.
The Green Genius Challenge invited high school students in Dubai to design eco-friendly home appliances, encouraging innovation in sustainable solutions that minimize non-renewable energy use and reduce environmental impact. The award ceremony honored three outstanding projects that showcased ingenuity, feasibility, and significant contributions to eco-friendly design.
His Highness Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Ali Al Nuaimi, known as “The Green Sheikh”, attended the ceremony and delivered an inspiring keynote address. He emphasized the importance of empowering youth to develop innovative solutions for environmental challenges.
“Our future relies on the minds of the youth, and this challenge offers them a platform to make a meaningful impact. Sustainable innovation in home appliances not only saves resources but transforms how we live and interact with the environment. I look forward to seeing the creativity and solutions these young talents will bring forward,” said Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Ali Al Nuaimi.
Faik Serkan Ergun, CFO of BSH Home Appliances Middle East, expressed the company’s commitment to fostering sustainable innovation among young talents:
“At BSH, sustainability is at the core of our mission. We believe that advancing innovation in eco-friendly home appliances is crucial for the future of both the Middle East and the planet. This challenge provides young minds in the region with an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of appliances that could reshape energy and water conservation in households across the globe.”
Dr. Eman Abukhousa, Professor of Data Science at UE Dubai, highlighted the role of education in promoting sustainability:
“Encouraging sustainable innovation is a vital step in addressing global challenges, and this competition allows students to be part of the solution. We are proud to offer them a platform where their ideas can spark real change. At UE Dubai, we are committed to supporting the growth of young talent in fields that contribute to a better, more sustainable future.”
The Green Genius Challenge aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Target 4.7, which emphasizes education’s role in promoting sustainable development. By engaging students in hands-on innovation, the initiative contributes to the global effort to address pressing environmental issues.
For more information about the Green Genius Challenge and future initiatives, please visit UE ‘s official website.
