Sustainability Is At Our Core.

Sustainable and locally sourced, palm strand board regenerates with nature.

Commitment to the Environment.

With the zero-deforestation supply chain, we protect natural ecosystems, preserve biodiversity and promote environmental sustainability for a greener future. At DesertBoard, we take pride in spearheading the bio-economy by optimizing our production processes to minimize material waste and energy consumption, ensuring efficient resource utilization throughout our products' lifecycle.

Commitment to the Environment

Our Role in Sutainable Actions.

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Local Sourcing of Palm Frond Biomass

Our deforestation-free supply chain sources pruned palm fronds (which would otherwise end up in landfills or incinerated, releasing CO2 or methane) from local farmers or through partnerships with local municipal bodies.

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Sustainable Production of PSB® Boards

Our eco-friendly manufacturing process, powered by German Continuous Press technology and a patented method, produces 6,200 PSB® boards per day.

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Surface Treatment

After assembly, the PSB® boards’ edges and surfaces are coated, laminated, painted, or finished with the compatible material to achieve a smooth surface.

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Applications Across Diverse Industries

PSB® boards being versatile, can be used across diverse industries including engineering & construction, landscape, interior design, events & exhibitions.

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Recycling & Reusing

At the end of its lifecycle, the PSB® boards can be reused, repurposed, or recycled, supporting your business's sustainability targets.

Sustainable Development Goals.

DesertBoard’s practices align with nine of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on minimizing environmental impact, fostering inclusivity, and ensuring responsible resource use.

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Good Health and well being
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Good Health And Well-Being

DesertBoard has designed its PSB® to be zero-emissions. This greener alternative to wood-based products (example: MDF, particleboard, and plywood) includes zero formaldehyde.

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Affordable and clean energy
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Affordable And Clean Energy

As proved by Desert Board's life cycle assessment (LCA) and Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), 30% of the factory’s purchased electricity comes from clean sources (nuclear & solar).

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Decent work and economic growth
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Decent Work And Economic Growth

As of 2025, DesertBoard employes a workforce of 284 team members, including 156 positions at our factory and 128 roles within the company's back-office operations.

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Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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Industry, Innovation, And Infrastructure

Desert Board's engineered solutions are improving the construction industry while combating deforestation. Palm Strand Board®’s outstanding properties include high strength, versatility, fire resistance, sound isolation, among many more.

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Reduced Inequalities
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Reduced Inequality

At DesertBoard, inclusivity is a key pillar, with a multicultural talent pool that values diversity in ethnicity, religious background, and an increasing female shares of our workforce.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Sustainable Cities And Communities

DesertBoard is proudly preserving the UAE’s cultural and natural heritage by collecting annually regenerated palm frond biomass, preventing it from ending up in landfills or being incinerated, which would otherwise release CO2 or methane into the atmosphere.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Responsible Consumption And Production

Every year, DesertBoard sources hundreds of thousands of tons of palm residues from local farmers and converts them into PSB®. To raise awareness on responsible consumption and production, DesertBoard showcased its’ bio-economy model at 19 regional and global forums in 2024.

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Climate Action
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Climate Action

By producing 100% sustainable, zero-formaldehyde boards, DesertBoard is helping decarbonize the built environment and support the Net Zero initiatives of the UAE, KSA, EU, and India.

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Life on Land
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Life On Land

DesertBoard promotes forest conservation by reusing local biomass rather than sourcing newly cut trees from around the globe. This approach is in sync with the UAE’s 2030 Green Agenda, complying with the “Green Diversification Program”, and the “National Waste-To-Resources Program”.

Our Sustainability Partners.

DesertBoard proudly collaborates with the Government of the UAE and internationally recognized sustainability organizations to drive impactful and sustainable solutions within the construction and allied industries.

Al Sa’afat Green Building System - Dubai Muncipaity

DesertBoard proudly conforms to the Al Sa’afat Green Building System. By adhering to this framework, we ensure that our Palm Strand Boards (PSB®) support environmentally friendly construction practices. Our boards are designed to meet the highest sustainability standards, providing safe, zero formaldehyde wooden boards for building projects across the UAE.

We have partnered with the United Nations Global Compact, a voluntary Initiative that promotes sustainable and socially responsible business practices worldwide. By aligning ourselves with the Global Compact, we reinforce our dedication to environmentally friendly operations and contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

DesertBoard actively participates in the United Nations Climate Neutral Now initiative. Through this initiative, we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and working towards carbon neutrality. By measuring, reducing, and offsetting our greenhouse gas emissions, we actively contribute to mitigating climate change and building a world that stands in balance with nature.

As a proud member of the Emirates Green Building Council, we actively engage with industry professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders to advance innovative, safe environments in the UAE. Our membership allows us to contribute to shaping sustainable practices, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainable solutions for the construction industry.

DesertBoard is a founding member of the International Code Council (ICC), a globally recognized organization dedicated to developing and implementing building codes and standards. Our collaboration with the ICC ensures that our engineered PSB boards meet rigorous International standards for quality, safety, and sustainability. By actively engaging in code development processes, we contribute to solving problems in the construction industry to help advance a more carbon-neutral world.

PSB® zero-formaldehyde boards are aligned with global sustainability frameworks and green building standards, contributing to a significant reduction in the carbon footprint Our association with these organizations fosters collaborative efforts with industry professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders to support a greener, more sustainable future.

Sustainability Vision.

Supporting the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategy

DesertBoard supports the UAE’s sustainability vision through developing a locally made, globally exported component in building materials. This falls in line with UAE’s goals to increase GDP by 4-5% and increase export by 24-25 billion.

DesertBoard supports Abu Dhabi’s industrial diversification strategy by decreasing reliance on imported materials and contributing to Abu Dhabi’s goal of growing the manufacturing sector to AED172 billion, create 13,600 skilled jobs, and increasing Abu Dhabi’s non-oil exports by 143 per cent to AED178.8 billion, by 2031.

DesertBoard’s PSB® is manufactured from annually regenerated palm frond’s bio-ecological residual biomass available in the region, helping to combat deforestation by eliminating the need to cut down trees. This initiative is in perfect alignment with the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategy, contributing to long-term carbon reduction goals. Furthermore, DesertBoard fully supports the UAE’s 2030 Green Agenda, particularly through:

  • The Green Diversification Program, which encourages green manufacturing and minimizes industrial waste.
  • The National Waste-To-Resources Program, which emphasizes converting discarded materials into valuable resources.

By driving local sustainability efforts and reinforcing the UAE’s commitment to a circular economy, DesertBoard plays a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s greener future.

Supporting Net Zero Emissions by 2050

DesertBoard® aligns with and supports Europe’s climate neutrality targets, which aim for an economy-wide greenhouse gas emissions reduction of at least 55% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels, including emissions and removals. PSB® sequesters carbon captured by palm fronds through photosynthesis, with 60,000 tons of CO₂ retained annually by the factory’s manufacturing process—preventing these emissions from escaping into the atmosphere and contributing to greenhouse gas reduction.

Supporting Net Zero Emissions by 2060

DesertBoard’s zero-emissions boards align with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, supporting its goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions. Contributing to the Saudi Green Initiative’s target of reducing carbon emissions by 278 million tons per annum (mtpa), these boards promote a more sustainable construction industry.

Aligned with KSA’s Net Zero Emissions by 2060 strategy, DesertBoard supports the Kingdom’s Circular Carbon Economy approach, which focuses on reducing, reusing, recycling, and removing carbon emissions. PSB® sequesters carbon captured by palm fronds through photosynthesis, with 60,000 tons of CO₂ retained annually by the factory’s manufacturing process—preventing these emissions from escaping into the atmosphere and contributing to greenhouse gas reduction.

Advancing Net-Zero by 2070

  • DesertBoard’s Palm Strand Board, crafted from 100% sustainable agricultural palm biomass, aligns with India’s long-term low-carbon development strategy. PSB® boards act as an artificial carbon sink as they can store the carbon within their structure, addressing India’s goals for CO2 removal and net-zero emissions by 2070 vision.
  • The use of renewable palm biomass eliminates the need for deforestation, preserving ecosystems and promoting vegetation growth, aligning with India’s commitment to enhancing forest cover and fostering climate justice.
  • By offering a renewable alternative to traditional wood-based materials, PSB® boards empower the development of green buildings and resilient cities, aligning with India’s vision for sustainable and low-carbon urban growth.