As the global climate transition accelerates, few industries face a transformation as profound as the chemical sector — especially in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. With hydrocarbons serving as both energy source and feedstock, the industry sits among the top CO₂ emitters globally. This dual reliance makes decarbonization uniquely complex, particularly in the GCC, where climate policy has emerged more recently.
In this episode of the GPCA Podcast, produced in partnership with dss+, we explore why the region’s journey is different, and how GCC chemical companies are navigating a landscape shaped by policy, rising climate risks, and mounting pressure to adapt. Drawing from an upcoming GPCA and dss+ report “Navigating the Climate Transition in the GCC’s Chemical Industry”, we unpack how leading firms are turning climate risks into strategic advantage. We’ll explore the enabling technologies, the risks and opportunities, and discuss which are driving the most tangible impact today.
Experts also address the emerging role of circular supply chains and how sustainable finance tools are reshaping how companies fund and future-proof their operations. As GCC chemical companies seek to align external signals with internal change, we will ask – what gives industry leaders hope that the region can not only catch up, but lead globally.