Nadia Ibrahim, Director and Middle East Director for Sustainability at Ricardo PLC has over 20 years of experience across the UAE and the broader Middle East, she has established herself as a leading voice in sustainability, specializing in net zero strategies, decarbonization, circular economy, waste management, and climate change advisory and ESG. As Middle East Director for Sustainability at Ricardo PLC, she spearheads the development and implementation of cutting-edge sustainability solutions, helping organizations, governments, and private sector entities transition to low-carbon and sustainable business models. Throughout her career, Nadia has worked with top-tier clients across diverse industries, including government agencies, real estate developers, retailers, hospitality, manufacturing, and infrastructure. She has successfully developed and executed strategies that focus on carbon reduction, waste minimization, resource efficiency, and sustainable supply chains, enabling organizations to meet their environmental and ESG targets while driving long-term business value.
A strong advocate for sustainability in the built environment and construction and facilities management sector, Nadia has worked extensively with developers, contractors, and urban planners to integrate green building principles, energy efficiency, efficient waste management and sustainable construction materials into large-scale projects. Her expertise in LEED, TRUE Zero Waste and Net Zero frameworks has helped shape the region’s transition towards low- impact, high-performance buildings that align with global climate goals. Nadia is a prominent champion of circular economy principles and Zero Waste solutions. She is a Board Member for the TRUE Waste Council (US Green Building Council), where she helps companies achieve Zero Waste certification, and a Board Member for the Advanced Net Zero Program under the Dubai Supreme Council, working to accelerate Net Zero cities across them region. Her commitment to sustainability also extends to her past work with the United Nations Global Compact – UAE Chapter, where she promoted responsible business practices within the private sector.
Beyond her consultancy work, Nadia is a sought-after speaker and panelist at major regional sustainability events, including COP28, where she shares her expertise on climate action, sustainable development, and ESG performance. Her technical expertise spans Carbon Accounting, Energy Management, Sustainable Tourism, and Environmental Policy, making her a trusted advisor for organizations seeking to build resilient, future-ready business models. Passionate about driving systemic change, Nadia is dedicated to helping organizations embed sustainability at the core of their strategies, transforming environmental challenges into opportunities for innovation, growth, and long-term resilience.
