Forbes Middle East published its 2026 Sustainability Leaders list, naming 145 executives across 17 sectors. UAE-based leaders account for 75 entries, followed by Saudi Arabia with 29, and Qatar and Egypt with 14 each. The ranking is based on ESG reports, disclosures, and measurable commitments tied to regional net zero targets. The list highlights concrete projects. Masdar reached financial close on a $6.1 billion solar and storage project with 5.2 GW of solar and 19 GWh of batteries. Saudi Arabia connected about 17.8 GW of renewable capacity by June 2026. FAB mobilized $31.1 billion in sustainable and transition finance in 2025, and EGA opened a large aluminium recycling plant. The full list covers banks, oil and gas, renewables, transport, waste, and more. It is a useful snapshot of who is actually moving money and megawatts in the region, not just who has a sustainability banner on their website.
