Innovating for Humanity
Newsletter - August 2026

From expanding healthcare access to protecting communities from wildfires,
discover how innovators are using technology and local solutions to tackle challenges that matter.

About the Prize winners
 
Sustainability Insider
 
infocus
 
Sustainability Insider
 
 
 
Emirati Women’s Day
We hear from women across generations working in sustainability, science, energy, conservation and beyond, on the ideas, ambitions and experiences shaping the UAE’s future, under the 2026 theme “Together, We Rise Stronger and Better.”
 
Sustainability Insider
 
 
 
Using AI to Transform Support for Neurodivergent Children
Ronaldo Cohin, Founder and CEO of 2026 Health category winner Jade, spoke to The National about how AI and gamified learning can make cognitive assessment more accessible and personalised, helping children receive the support they need to thrive.
 
Sustainability Insider
 
 
 
Mapping a More Resilient Future for East Africa
In an op-ed for The Citizen, Innocent Maholi explores how geospatial technology and locally driven innovation can help Tanzania respond to climate pressures, strengthen communities and build a more sustainable future across East Africa.
 
Sustainability Insider
 
 
 
Innovation in Service of Humanity
On World Humanitarian Day, we recognise the people and innovators working to address urgent needs while creating lasting impact. From strengthening food security and healthcare to expanding access to clean water and reliable energy, their solutions are helping communities around the world build stronger futures.
 
Sustainability Insider
 
 
 
Powering Better Healthcare in Rural India
Harish Hande, Founder and CEO of SELCO Foundation, explains how reliable solar power is strengthening healthcare in rural India. A feature in Khaleej Times explores how clean energy is expanding essential services and bringing quality care closer to underserved communities.
 
Sustainability Insider
 
 
Youth in action
 
Youth in Action
 
What we are reading
 
Masdar’s second Green Bond raises USD1 billion
 
 
Fighting wildfires with smarter technology.

 
Masdar’s second Green Bond raises USD1 billion
 
 
Artificial Intelligence used to design brand new viruses.

 
Masdar’s second Green Bond raises USD1 billion
 
 
The world has the science to transform food systems. The next frontier is scaling it.
 
 
 

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