Yousif Bin Saeed Lootah: A UAE Entrepreneur Dedicated to Youth Empowerment and Sustainability

Yousif Bin Saeed Lootah is one of the most prominent entrepreneurs in the United Arab Emirates. He is the founder and CEO of several companies and initiatives that combine innovation, sustainability, and youth empowerment.

Born and raised in Dubai, Yousif completed his early education in the emirate before moving to Germany to pursue a degree in aerospace engineering. This academic background provided him with a solid foundation that helped shape his forward-thinking vision.

He began his professional career in the construction and contracting sector, where he gained extensive hands-on experience in engineering, management, and accounting through various roles within the family group.

In 2010, Yousif took a bold step by launching his own ventures—each distinguished by its originality and leadership in the region. These initiatives earned wide local recognition and multiple awards, honoring his contributions to offering innovative and sustainable solutions that support environmental protection and promote circular economy concepts. He is also an active participant in conferences and forums focused on youth and development.

His Key Initiatives Include:

Founding Lootah Biofuels: The first company in the Gulf and Middle East specializing in the production of biofuel from used cooking oil. It plays a direct role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting the circular economy in the UAE.

•   Establishing the Institute of Applied Expertise: A center aimed at empowering youth by equipping them with knowledge and professional skills, helping them integrate into the workforce and gain direct practical experience.

Launching the Young Scientists Award: A financial prize that encourages research and innovation in the fields of green chemistry and circular economy.

•   Founding a Smart Sharing Platform: A company and mobile app that enables individuals to rent or sell personal items in a smart and secure way, supporting the sharing economy and encouraging a culture of reuse.

•   Establishing a Software Company Specializing in (Al).

Yousif is also committed to inspiring the next generation. He regularly welcomes school and university students to his company headquarters, where they are offered educational programs designed to raise environmental awareness and empower young people to contribute to a more sustainable future.