The UAE in the 20th Place of the World Happiness Report, Al Jassim

Press release

Published March 19th, 2018 - 11:13 GMT

Ali Al Jassim, CEO of Etihad Esco

“The UAE has been ranked in the 20th place of the World Happiness Report, in addition to being listed as the happiest country in the Arab World for the fourth consecutive year in the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network's 2018 World Happiness Report, ahead of the United Nations International Day of Happiness.

True happiness arises from self-compassion as well as compassion towards others and the importance of happiness and wellbeing of communities cannot be overlooked in the context of sustainable development.

Advocates of sustainable development believe that happiness is achieved through a multi-dimensional focus on economic, social, and environmental objectives.

The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) reflect the idea that a good society must focus on the foundations of economic prosperity, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability. Etihad ESCO is glad to be a part of this journey by actively contributing to the emirate’s sustainability targets.”

Background Information

Etihad Energy Services Company (Etihad ESCO)

Etihad, Arabic for “Union” is inspired by the United Arab Emirates legacy that spans over four decades of development and progress.
Etihad ESCO is inspiring cross sector actions and partnerships among multiple Stakeholders to create and sustain a vibrant market for energy performance Contracts.

Dubai is one of the leading cities in the world implementing a city–wide strategic buildings energy efficiency program with tangible Social, Environmental and Economic benefits.
Etihad’s purpose is to serve the strategic goal of the United Arab Emirates pursuing a green economy for sustainable development by making Dubai a global model of green economy transition through leadership, partnership and adoption of energy efficiency technologies.