Cisco has focused on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and a circular economy for over 15 years, setting clear, ambitious, public goals including reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Ambassador Achraf Ibrahim, the conference's organisational and financial coordinator, noted that the Egyptian president is working with Cisco and other stakeholders to speed climate action. He stressed the importance of integrating these ecosystems to support the Paris Agreement.
Reem Asaad, Vice President, Cisco Middle East, and Africa, said: “We believe that technology plays a pivotal role in helping countries meet the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, as we are witnessing in Egypt, with investments aligned to the country’s Vision 2030 agenda. At Cisco, our collaborative approach to sustainability is built into our business. We are constantly innovating our technologies – including products and solutions for secure hybrid work, smart building,s and connectivity – to help enable customers to reduce their own carbon footprint. Recognizing the importance of collaboration, we are proud to support COP27, a vital platform to accelerate progress.”
Ayman Elgohary, Managing Director for Egypt, North Africa, and Levant at Cisco also commented, “For over two decades, Cisco has been actively supporting Egypt’s digital journey by focusing on talent development, digital transformation and supporting entrepreneurship. Today, we are very proud to announce our key role in COP27 as we believe that to flourish in today’s digital-first world, nations and businesses should operate through a twin transition – both digital and green.”
