During 2024, Dolphin Energy partnered with the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund to enhance the Chairman’s Award within our Small Grants Programme, focusing on supporting endangered flora and fauna.

The projects chosen by our Advisory Board are selected based on their impact, scalability, contributions to species programs, and career development opportunities. We place a strong emphasis on essential conservation skills, such as community engagement and stakeholder collaboration.

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Zoos play a vital role as sanctuaries and research hubs, dedicated to protecting endangered species, restoring habitats, and inspiring the next generation of conservationists, though often the public are unaware of their broader contributions to conservation. Did you know that global zoo populations contribute to the survival of over 1,000 endangered species through captive breeding and reintroduction programs?
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The significance of women in conservation cannot be overstated. Often viewed as guardians of nature, women are not only mothers, sisters, and daughters but also key decision-makers in areas such as food security, land use, and resource management. By embracing these roles, women not only enhance conservation efforts but also lay the foundation for a more sustainable future for everyone.

This International Women’s Day, we proudly celebrate the invaluable contributions of women in conservation, with our founding Managing Director, H.E. Razan Al Mubarak, at the forefront. For over 20 years, Razan has been instrumental in guiding the United Arab Emirates toward a sustainable future, spearheading progressive initiatives in environmental protection, species conservation, and climate action on a global scale.  Razan is passionate about nurturing the next generation of female conservationists, believing they play an essential role in enhancing our understanding of ecosystems and biodiversity.
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Indigenous Peoples are key agents of change for climate action and for ensuring a just transition for all. Growing evidence shows that Indigenous Peoples’ knowledge, practices, and ways of living are instrumental across mitigation efforts, environmental conservation, maintaining biodiversity, furthering green jobs, enhancing resilience, and addressing climate change.

However, there is a lack of Indigenous data on the climate environment^[1], meaning that Indigenous Peoples’ Climate Contributions are not accurately captured or reflected in international climate discourse and decision making.
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Last year, the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund (MBZ Fund) proudly launched the Global Field Grants, a key initiative under the Fonseca Leadership Program, with support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF). Through the funding of $500,000 per year, this partnership aims to empower young conservationists worldwide, providing essential financial support for both current and future researchers and practitioners in the field.

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The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund (MBZ Fund) reaffirms its commitment to bird conservation, recognising the pivotal role they play in ecological balance and the overall well-being of ecosystems. Birds, as indicators of environmental health, are vital pollinators, nutrient recyclers, and natural pest controllers, contributing to a sustainable and thriving planet.

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