Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S), Masdar’s global initiative to empower the next generation of sustainability leaders, has launched Beyond Borders, an international programme that takes sustainability learning beyond the classroom to deliver real-world impact.

Al-Futtaim, a diversified and progressive privately held regional business headquartered in Dubai, and Masdar’s Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) initiative today announced the successful completion of their six-month collaborative programme. Under the initiative, Al-Futtaim co-hosted three impactful events to provide around 100 Y4S young cohorts with unique insights into real-world sustainability practices to solve challenges across retail, mobility and real estate sectors.

Masdar’s Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) initiative has been named ‘Innovator of the Year’ for the Middle East and North Africa region in the Energy Heroes Awards 2025, recognizing its leadership in empowering the next generation of sustainability champions.

The UAE-based renewable company aims to equip young professionals and women with the sustainability skills, expertise, and global exposure needed to drive meaningful change.