About Us

The Sustainable Development Research and Training Institute was established to provide inclusive, comprehensive, and sustainable consultancy services to professionals in both the private and public sectors. The Sustainable Development Organization (SD) also offers high-quality education through synchronous and asynchronous courses and workshops tailored for individuals, employees, scholars, researchers, and students from diverse backgrounds.

SD Institute operates under Dubai's SME program, as part of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid's Establishment. It is licensed by Dubai's Economic Development Department and approved by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). SD Organization also offers student internship programs in collaboration with colleges and universities, focusing on research and development.

Our training courses are conducted through the following methods:

Asynchronous E-Courses

Smart digital learning via our E-Learning Platform, with flexible pacing, online assessments, and an immediate Certificate of Participation upon completion.

Synchronous Online Courses

Live, pre-scheduled sessions with real-time engagement between lecturers and participants. Certificates of Participation are provided to all attendees.

In-Session Training & Workshops

Delivered at premium venues such as the Intercontinental Hotel Dubai Festival City, combining lectures with interactive workshops for hands-on skill development.

Dr. Rashed Mohamed Karkain — CEO and Managing Director

From Our CEO

“As the CEO and Managing Director of the Sustainable Development Research and Training Institute, I am proud to lead a team dedicated to advancing sustainability and environmental protection. Our mission is to empower individuals and organizations through comprehensive training courses and expert consultancy services.”

“We are committed to driving positive change by equipping our clients with the knowledge and tools needed to create a more sustainable and resilient future. Together, we can make a significant impact on preserving our planet for generations to come.”

Dr. Rashed Mohamed Karkain

CEO and Managing Director

rashed@karkain.ae

Awards

A track record of excellence in environmental research, innovation, and sustainable development leadership.

2008

Best Environmental Research Paper Award

2010

Dubai Government Excellence Award (DGEP) First Place in Technical Project

2016

Dubai Government Excellence Award (DGEP) Second Place in Individual Technical Outstanding

2019

Rashid Award for Scientific Outstanding

2020

Challenge 50 UAE Innovates "Green Economy"

Our Partners

Collaborating with leading organizations to advance sustainable development research, training, and consultancy worldwide.

Econetix
Sustain Now
Smart Goal
OWS

Our Mission

To expand the Horizon of Knowledge Transfer embedded with Experience, Training, and Consultancy.

  • Inclusive and Sustainable Consultancy
  • Accredited Training Courses
  • Sustainable, Accessible and Affordable Knowledge for Everyone, Everywhere and at Anytime
Award ceremony with certificate presentation
WETEX conference media interview
Sustainability outreach session with students
Waste to energy team workshop
Environmental research presentation
Wet Infrastructure Summit keynote

To expand the Horizon of Knowledge Transfer embedded with the Experience, Training and Consultancy.

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