Lopburi, Thailand: A Thai town, overwhelmed by an ever-growing population of marauding wild monkeys, initiated an offensive against these simian raiders on Friday using monkey business and ripe tropical fruit. Numerous high-profile cases of monkey-human conflict lately convinced authorities in Lopburi, central Thailand, that reducing the number of monkeys was necessary. If everything goes as […]
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi City Municipality, in collaboration with Al Shahama Municipality Center, Emirates Environmental Group, and Ma’an Authority of Social Contribution, together with multiple volunteers, has planted 3,000 local Ghaf tree seedlings across various areas. This initiative is part of the municipality’s efforts, which aims to promote environmental development, preserve the climate, increase greenery, […]
Dubai: Aldar Education is taking a bold step towards environmental sustainability by exploring the use of biofuel for its fleet of school buses. This initiative is a critical component of Aldar Education’s net zero strategy, aimed at significantly reducing carbon emissions. In collaboration with Fuelre4m, a leader in innovative fuel solutions, Aldar Education is set […]
Abu Dhabi: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has halted the operations of an industrial facility specialized in processing used oils in the Al Mafraq Industrial Zone of Abu Dhabi City. This action was taken due to the facility’s violations of environmental laws and regulations and its failure to meet the environmental requirements and […]
Sharjah: H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has given the green light to the “Aquaculture Farm” project in Khorfakkan. This approval marks a significant milestone, as it is the first of its kind in the United Arab Emirates. Developed in collaboration with the University of Khorfakkan, […]
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi will enforce a ban on select Styrofoam products starting June 1, aiming to combat plastic pollution across the emirate. The banned items include disposable cups, lids, plates, and takeaway containers made from the material, which is called expanded polystyrene, a type of plastic. This initiative is part of the green strategy […]
Dubai: Dubai Municipality continues its journey towards environmental sustainability with the introduction of the smart marine scraper, a cutting-edge solution designed to address floating waste in the creeks and water canals of Dubai. This innovative technology, crafted by local Emirati talents in collaboration with the Al Khattal Boat Factory, signifies a notable advancement in the […]
Excitement in Fujairah! There was a wild cat roaming around a neighborhood near the mountains. People filmed the cat and shared the videos online. The Fujairah Environment Authority saw the videos and quickly formed teams to find and catch the cat. They did this carefully to make sure nobody got hurt. Surprisingly, the cat didn’t […]
In a fascinating discovery, scientists observed an orangutan using a medicinal plant to treat its wound. This finding sheds light on the intelligence and resourcefulness of these primates. The incident occurred in Indonesia’s Ketambe research area, where researchers were studying wild orangutans. They spotted an adult male orangutan with a wound on its arm. What […]
A recent study reveals that spending time in nature can make people feel better and less stressed. Bird watching, in particular, seems to have great benefits for well-being and reducing stress compared to just taking walks in nature. This is good news for college students who often struggle with mental health issues. Nils Peterson, a […]
New Delhi: India is gearing up to host two significant Antarctic meetings this month: the 26th Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP 26) and the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM 46). These 10-day meetings, scheduled to take place in Kochi from May 20th, aim to foster global dialogue on environmental protection, scientific collaboration, and cooperation […]
