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3/13/25, 1:19 PM Investopia 2025: UICCA, UAE Ministry of Economy partner to reinforce sustainability through launch of Circular Economy Cycle

Pivotal step towards accelerating the adoption of circular economy
Bin Touq said, “The signing of the MoU between the Ministry of Economy and UICCA is a pivotal
step towards accelerating the adoption of circular economy concepts at the national and regional
levels, by empowering innovative startups that develop solutions to reuse resources and reduce the
environmental footprint of productive sectors. Through this cooperation, we reaffirm our
commitment to providing a supportive regulatory environment for better integration between the
public and private sectors and stimulating sustainable investments to achieve the UAE’s circular
economy policy and consolidate its position as a global hub for the new economy.”
Following this strategic partnership, UICCA announced that the Circular Economy Cycle of the
Launchpad Program will officially commence in May 2025, WAM reported. As a zero-equity,
market-access-oriented program, the accelerator is designed to support early-stage ventures
developing solutions that eliminate or repurpose waste across key industries. Applications are now
open to local, regional, and international start-ups, with the registration portal live from 27 February
2025. Selected participants will gain access to tailored mentorship, investor engagement
opportunities, and a network of key industry stakeholders committed to advancing sustainability-
focused innovation.
Addressing funding gaps for climate-tech start-ups
Moreover, UICCA invited all start-ups to submit their applications through the official application
form, the statement noted. Recognizing the broader challenges that climate-tech start-ups face in
scaling their solutions, the Launchpad team also hosted a roundtable discussion at Investopia 2025
to present key findings from the inaugural edition of the UICCA Policy Brief: Sustaining Start-ups –
Bridging the Financial Gap in the UAE Climate-Tech Ecosystem. The session, attended by leaders
from finance, corporate innovation, and technology sectors, examined the structural funding

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