Buenos Aires: Firefighters in Argentina were battling an “out of control” wildfire in a national park in Patagonia on Saturday, struggling to keep it from reaching two nearby towns. The fire in Los Alerces National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – has already charred about 600 hectares (1500 acres). The affected national park, […]
New Delhi: As part of climate action to meet India’s goals through its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the 2015 Paris Agreement, brisk efforts are apace to develop an Indian Carbon Market (ICM). India’s Ministry of Power has notified a framework for an ICM to enable individual entities in the country to accomplish notified reductions […]
Abu Dhabi: The UAE celebrates the International Day of Clean Energy, showcasing its global leadership and launching initiatives against climate change after the successful conclusion of the Year of Sustainability in 2023. The UAE Energy Strategy 2050, adopted last year, aims for climate neutrality in electricity and water by 2050, with goals including tripling renewable […]
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates topped regional green bond league tables, with sales reaching US$10.7 billion, up nearly 170 percent and accounting for approximately 45 percent of regional totals. Data from Bloomberg’s Capital Markets League Tables has revealed that in 2023, annual issuances of green social, sustainable, and sustainability-linked bonds (GSSB) in the Middle […]
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has partnered with the Emirates News Agency (WAM) for the second edition of the Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Agricultural Excellence Award. In a recent signing ceremony at the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi, the Director-General of ADAFSA, Saeed Al Bahri Salem Al Ameri, […]
Ajman: Ajman Municipality has made a significant move toward a greener environment by announcing a ban on single-use plastic bags. This decision reflects the municipality’s dedication to reducing plastic pollution and fostering a more sustainable community. Starting in the upcoming months, the ban is a response to the environmental issues caused by single-use plastics, especially […]
Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, recently inspected a wheat farm in Mleiha, emphasizing the use of advanced equipment for water-efficient irrigation and crop management. Ground sensors and a weather station ensure optimal moisture levels, enhancing wheat crop yields. The visit highlighted the expansion of the farm’s phases, […]
Abu Dhabi: Al Ain Zoo has celebrated welcoming 10 million visitors. The milestone was celebrated with a welcome from Noura Abdul Razzaq AlKhemeiri – Unit Head, VIP Services, with a gift package that included the complimentary annual membership for the visitor and her family, in addition to a tour around the premises through Al Maha […]
Now this is gift from heaven for bird watchers around the world. Imagine binoculars that don’t just help you see birds but also tell you what kind they are! Introducing the world’s first smart binoculars do. They use smart technology, like the stuff in your phone, to identify 9,000 different types of birds. These binoculars […]
Abu Dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has set a Guinness World Record for hosting the world’s largest agriculture lesson. Taking place at Gracia Farm in Al Bahia, the lesson brought together more than 290 participants, including hotel staff, students, organic farming practitioners and experienced farmers. Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed […]
Introduced as a part of Aster DM Healthcare’s Green Choices initiative in 2020, Aster Pharmacy was one of the first pharmacy retail chains in the UAE to undertake zero-plastic efforts to reduce plastic pollution. The effort aligns with UAE’s Green Agenda 2023 which aims to reduce the country’s emissions to less than 100 kilowatts-hours. Dubai: […]
