Al Ain Zoo has welcomed an impressive 575 new births between January and November 2023, with a particular focus on ungulates (large mammals with hooves eg. zebra, deer, giraffe, rhinocerous, etc.). These newborns are part of the zoo’s natural breeding programs aimed at preserving endangered species while maintaining high health standards. Mohammad Yousef Al Faqeer, […]
The United Nations had officially designated the year 2024 as the International Year of Camelids. This prestigious recognition underscores the significance of camelids, encompassing camels and llamas, in various spheres of human existence and the broader ecosystem. Camels, renowned for their resilience and adaptability to diverse climates, play pivotal roles in agriculture, transportation, and cultural […]
Beijing: Beijing has been designated as the “National Forest City” by China’s National Forestry and Grassland Administration due to its consistent efforts in increasing forest coverage. The city’s forest coverage rate has risen from 38.6 percent in 2012 to 44.8 percent presently, Xinhua reported. The city boasts 2,088 species of vascular plants and 608 species […]
New Delhi: Indian Railways has rolled out a mission to achieve Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2030. India’s Cabinet was yesterday apprised of various steps being taken towards reaching this goal, the government’s Press Information Bureau said in an announcement. This achievement will help Indian Railways to reduce dependence on coal imports and increase deployment […]
In an effort to protect the waters of Abu Dhabi from harmful marine creatures, Hamdan bin Zayed has issued a resolution on invasive marine species policies. This step is crucial to safeguard the marine environment and maintain the balance of the underwater ecosystem. Invasive marine species are creatures that don’t naturally belong to a specific […]
RTA has introduced a new environmental initiative for delivery companies, encouraging them to switch to eco-friendly electric bikes. Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced a new environmental initiative for delivery companies, encouraging them to switch to eco-friendly electric bikes. The plan focuses on improving the infrastructure for commercial transport businesses, revising licensing […]
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) released a thought leadership paper on climate resilience at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. The paper, which was developed by DEWA in cooperation with Marsh, a global risk advisor and part of Marsh McLennan Group, demonstrates the methods and mechanisms implemented by DEWA to ensure continuous […]
BEEAH has announced its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 within its operations by methodically building on its initiatives and projects that are already working towards this target, and in line with the COP28 consensus, the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative and the global 1.5°C ambition. With the conclusion of COP28, the […]
In a remarkable display of geological evolution, satellite photos have recently documented the gradual formation of the world’s latest island in the Pacific Ocean. This phenomenon, driven by tectonic forces and volcanic activity, offers a rare insight into the dynamic processes shaping our planet. The imagery presents a comprehensive visual narrative, showing the island’s transition […]
The UAE Consensus has affirmed the success of the COP28 Presidency in uniting efforts of 197 countries towards a shared vision for the future of climate action. The UAE Consensus has set new global benchmarks for climate action. The participating nations reached a fair and just agreement aligned with scientific findings, contributing to reducing risks […]
Jaggi Vasudev, popularly known as Sadhguru – the founder and head of the non-profit “Isha Foundation”, stated that the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) is an “effort to move the world towards a solution”. “When we talk about moving towards the solution, this is the way human beings do things. First, we think about […]
