In my latest article on Guardian Sustainable Business, I discuss how ancient architectural techniques are affecting green building projects around the world, from Abu Dhabi to Japan.

Abu Dhabi National Energy (TAQA), the United Arab Emirates state-owned oil exploration company, sold its 7 percent share of Tesla Motors.

It is encouraging to see countries in the Middle East like the United Arab Emirates and Qatar ramp their participation in this special hour.

The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) announced last week it had accomplished an impressive water stewardship goal, slashing water usage by an astounding 43 percent in 2011.

Etihad Airways has announced a partnership with Abu Dhabi Organic Farms to source organic ingredients for its first class dining menus.

In the UAE, all the solar panels, water cisterns and recycled building materials in the world are not enough to create a green built environment.

Restrictions on imbibing in alcohol are not necessarily a negative in Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf countries when you consider the rich juices and shakes.

After a month in the Middle East, it is time to leave Dubai. The following are just a few of the great people I have met during my time in the Middle East.