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ESG Audit Services

At SAS Partners — Ahmed Mahfoudh Chartered Accountants & Auditors, we help businesses across Dubai and the UAE verify and strengthen their environmental, social, and governance disclosures with independent, evidence-based assurance. From sustainability reporting to supply chain due diligence, we combine ESG expertise with audit rigor across UAE, KSA, Qatar, UK & USA.

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Why ESG Audit Matters

Sustainability claims are under more scrutiny than ever, from regulators, lenders, and customers alike. A sustainability report without independent verification behind it is increasingly seen as a liability rather than an asset.

We help UAE businesses back their ESG disclosures with evidence, testing carbon calculations, labor practices, and governance structures against recognized frameworks. By closing the gap between what's reported and what's verifiable, we give leadership teams disclosures they can stand behind under real scrutiny.

Why ESG Audit is Essential in the UAE

Aligning with UAE Sustainability Regulations

Meeting reporting expectations tied to the UAE's national net-zero strategy and sector-specific disclosure rules.

Satisfying Bank & Investor ESG Screening

Providing lenders and investors with independently verified data that supports green financing and ESG-linked facilities.

Reducing Greenwashing Exposure

Protecting brand reputation by ensuring public sustainability claims can withstand scrutiny from regulators and media.

Core ESG Audit Solutions

Sustainability Report Assurance

Independent verification of published ESG and sustainability reports against stated methodologies.

Carbon Footprint & GHG Verification

Testing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions calculations for accuracy and methodological consistency.

Social & Labor Practice Audits

Reviewing workforce policies, health and safety records, and supplier labor conditions for compliance.

Governance Structure Review

Assessing board oversight, ESG policy frameworks, and internal accountability for sustainability targets.

Supply Chain Due Diligence

Verifying supplier ESG claims and identifying exposure across multi-tier supply chains.

Framework Alignment Review

Mapping disclosures against GRI, TCFD, SASB, and other recognized ESG reporting standards.

Our Methodology

01

Scoping & Materiality Assessment

Identifying the ESG topics, metrics, and disclosures most material to your business and stakeholders.

02

Data & Evidence Testing

Sampling and verifying the underlying data behind emissions figures, social metrics, and governance claims.

03

Framework Benchmarking

Comparing disclosures against GRI, TCFD, or SASB requirements to identify gaps in coverage.

04

Assurance Report & Roadmap

Issuing a formal assurance opinion alongside practical recommendations to close identified gaps.

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How We Deliver Your ESG Audit

01. Free Consultation

Discovery call to understand your ESG reporting scope and stakeholder requirements.

02. Materiality & Scoping

Defining which ESG metrics and disclosures require assurance based on your industry and stakeholders.

03. Evidence & Data Testing

Reviewing underlying data, records, and calculations that support your ESG disclosures.

04. Assurance Opinion

Delivering an independent assurance statement alongside a roadmap for future reporting cycles.

Your Trusted ESG Audit Partner in Dubai

Our team combines certified audit expertise with practical ESG framework knowledge across GRI, TCFD, and SASB. We support SMEs, listed companies, and multinational firms working to build credible, verifiable sustainability reporting across Dubai's business ecosystem.

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Sustainability Report Assurance
GHG Emissions Verification
Social & Labor Practice Audits
Governance Structure Review
Supply Chain ESG Due Diligence
GRI & TCFD Framework Alignment
ESG Data & Systems Review
Green Financing Support
Materiality Assessments
ESG Policy Development

Industries We Serve

Trading & Distribution

Logistics emissions tracking and supplier ESG screening for trade and freight networks.

Real Estate & Construction

Building energy performance and site safety audits for developers and contractors.

Retail & E-Commerce

Packaging waste and supply chain sustainability audits for omnichannel retailers.

Hospitality & F&B

Water, waste, and energy consumption audits for hotels and restaurant groups.

Manufacturing & Industrial

Emissions verification and workforce safety audits for production facilities.

Free Zone & Holding Groups

Group-level ESG consolidation and governance review across multi-entity structures.

Leadership Team

Sameh Abdalla

Sameh Abdalla

CEO & Founder

Sami Abdallah leads the firm with expertise in accounting, audit, tax advisory, and consulting. He provides strategic guidance and supports long-term business growth across the UAE.

Ahmed Mahfoudh

Ahmed Mahfoudh

Audit Manager

Ahmed Mahfoudh manages audit assignments and financial reviews with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and risk assessment. He delivers clear insights to strengthen financial control.

Ahmed Elbadawi

Ahmed Elbadawi

Legal Manager

Ahmed Elbadawi provides legal guidance, contract management, and compliance support. He helps protect business interests, reduce risks, and ensure smooth legal operations.

Ahmed Samir

Ahmed Samir

Tax Manager

Ahmed Samir specializes in UAE VAT, corporate tax, and compliance services. He supports businesses in managing tax obligations while improving financial efficiency and compliance effectively.

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Why Excellence Matters

ESG reporting requirements are expanding across UAE-listed companies and certain regulated sectors, and many banks and investors now request ESG disclosures even where formal mandates do not yet apply.

ESG reporting is the disclosure itself, prepared by your team. ESG assurance is an independent audit of that disclosure, verifying the data and methodology behind the claims being made.

We assess disclosures against recognized frameworks including GRI, TCFD, and SASB, and can align reporting with the specific framework your industry or investors expect.

Yes. Independently verified ESG data strengthens applications for green loans and sustainability-linked financing, since lenders increasingly require assured metrics rather than self-reported figures.

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