The Ghaf Tree Project
After seeing the devastating impact of wildfires around the world, we began to think of ways we could help. Our first initiative combines drone technology with one of the UAE’s natural treasures.
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This is where we’ll update you on what we’re doing to contribute towards a more liveable and sustainable environment for the communities we serve. Register your interest using the button below and we’ll update you when we publish something new.
CAFU in the Community
CAFU was born in the UAE, and we’re fully committed to doing our bit to keep it thriving. CAFU in the Community is where you can find out about how we’re striving to operate our business ethically, and to create a better world for generations to come.
Community Timeline
- Nov 2019 Launch of the Ghaf Pilot Project
- Apr 2020 Provided free fuel to frontline health workers as a thank you
- Aug 2020 Donated proceeds from car wash to Help Build Beirut
- Nov 2020 Announcement of the Sustainability Approach
- Apr 2021 Community iftar boxes and calling cards distributed
- Apr 2021 Customers donations provided iftar meals for low income UAE families
- May 2021 Quest for Adventure and Aqdar Adventures, aiming to plant 50,000 mangrove trees
- May 2021 Launch of #RoadSafeTogether project
- July 2021 Donation of IT equipment to Al Noor Rehabilitation & Welfare Association for Persons with Disabilities
- Aug 2021 Free fuel provided to over 100 UAE households in partnership with Al Ihasn Charity Association
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Our sustainability approach
Our Governance & Sustainable Operations
We take a science-based approach in measuring and reducing carbon emissions in our operations by integrating sustainability practices into our everyday operations.
Our Employees & Partners
We’re creating a culture of sustainability, responsibility, and diversity across the business to deliver on our ambitious vision.
Our Customers
We’re committed to making it simpler and smarter for our customers to play a part in making a positive impact on the planet and society.
Our Community
We’re focused on using technology imaginatively to create a lasting and positive impact to the world around us.
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Awards & Recognitions
Community Partners
We believe strongly in the power of partnership to maximise the positive impact we have on our community. If your company would like to partner with CAFU, you can register your interest below.
Merlin Green Partners
As part of MGP’s own corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme, this leading organic producer of fruit and vegetables lent us their expertise, and the services of their agricultural engineers, at no cost, and supported the collection and preparation of the Ghaf seeds.
UAE Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure
As the body responsible for the maintenance of the UAE’s road network, the MEI plants tens of thousands of trees to protect carriageways against sand ingress. With a view to adapting our drone technology to aid their planting, the ministry provided desert land for experimentation and sponsored our R&D efforts.
Government of Sharjah Department of Civil Aviation
A partner since 2019, Sharjah DCA sponsored our drone flights and provided the necessary flight permits.
Sharjah Environment & Protected Areas Authority
The main agency responsible for planting in Sharjah, and a partner since 2019, the EPAA donated a 20,000m2 plot of land on which to carry out planting trials and experiments, as well as providing one million Ghaf seeds.
AG Facilities & Contracting
Supported the collection and sorting of more than two million Ghaf seeds in just 21 days, a remarkable effort that led to the company receiving the ‘Sustainable Initiative of the Year’ award at the 2021 Innovation in Facilities Management Awards.
Sanad Academy
One of the GCC’s first drone training and pilot certification facilities, Sanad Academy has been closely involved with the Ghaf Tree Project since its inception, providing pilots and ground crew, along with training services, and testing facilities for our mechanical and electrical systems.
United Arab Emirates University
UAEU is among the GCC’s most respected academic institutions, and is recognised as the leading agricultural school in the UAE. The university’s agricultural faculty and students are working in close collaboration with us to support our planting project, and to explore opportunities to transfer the technology to other plant species.
Dubai Health Authority
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, our pilots worked tirelessly to deliver fuel to our customers. As key workers, we recognised the incredible efforts made by frontline healthcare employees by providing them with free fuel-ups.
Al Ihsan Charity Association
The wellbeing of our home communities are vitally important to us – we were born in the UAE, and we’re all about making it an even better place in which to live. And so we partnered with Al Ihsan to provide fuel to low-income families across Ajman.
Road Safety UAE
Promoting road safety is an vital aspect of our business – the importance of safe tyre, a well- maintained and lubricated engine, and a healthy battery can’t be overlooked. Even our trucks are fitted with onboard systems to promote safer driving. And so we partnered with #RoadSafetyUAE to promote and improve road safety awareness across the emirates.