UAE’s commitment to sustainability reinforced on National Environment Day ABU DHABI: Environmental sustainability is deeply rooted in the UAE’s culture, values, and traditions, affirmed Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary-General of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD). Speaking on the 28th UAE National Environment Day, celebrated under the theme “Our Roots, Our Future”, Al […]
NEW DELHI: The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) has officially become a full-fledged, treaty-based international organisation, dedicated to the conservation of seven big cat species worldwide. India’s Ministry of External Affairs, which serves as the depository of the IBCA’s Framework Agreement, confirmed that the legal requirements for its establishment have been met. With 27 countries […]
Smart UCO Collection App simplifies oil disposal, rewarding users while promoting sustainability and clean energy. Available on Android and iOS. Dubai: Lootah Biofuels has launched its Smart UCO Collection App for Android and iOS, making it easier for individuals, businesses, and institutions to dispose of used cooking oil (UCO) responsibly. This initiative helps prevent environmental […]
PARIS: Adapting to climate change could cause a “temporary and moderate economic slowdown,” costing France nearly 1% of its GDP by 2030, according to a report by the French Directorate General of the Treasury. The study examines the economic effects of transitioning to carbon neutrality under various scenarios. France has set ambitious targets to cut […]
Jane Goodall bee sanctuary at Expo City Dubai highlights pollinator conservation and sustainable biodiversity efforts. DUBAI: Expo City Dubai welcomed a landmark addition today with the opening of Jane Goodall’s Pollinator Garden at Terra, the sustainability hub. The ecological sanctuary, named after the world-renowned conservationist, celebrates biodiversity and pollinator preservation. The garden is part of […]
Dubai expanded green spaces with 216,500 trees in 2024, promoting sustainability and enhancing urban aesthetics. DUBAI: Dubai Municipality has achieved a major milestone in 2024 by planting 216,500 new trees, a 17% increase in green spaces compared to the previous year. This remarkable achievement reflects an average of 600 trees planted daily, significantly enhancing the […]
NEW YORK: At least 242 million students across 85 countries faced education disruptions in 2024 due to extreme climate events, according to UNICEF’s latest report, “Learning Interrupted: Global Snapshot of Climate-Related School Disruptions in 2024.” From heatwaves to typhoons, floods, and droughts, schools worldwide closed or altered schedules, deepening an already critical learning crisis. The […]
DAVOS: The World Economic Forum’s Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP) has expanded its global network to 25 countries by welcoming seven new members: Angola, Bangladesh, Gabon, Guatemala, Kenya, Senegal, and Tanzania. This milestone brings together nations representing over 1.5 billion people, united in the fight against plastic pollution and its root causes. Clemence Schmid, GPAP […]
ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched a new regulation to streamline reconciliation and appeal processes for environmental violations. This regulation, developed under Law No. (16) of 2005, provides a transparent framework, encouraging violators to resolve issues voluntarily by paying 75% of the set administrative fine. It applies to violations outlined […]
AL AIN: The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), in partnership with the Ministry of Education, has unveiled the ‘100,000 Seedlings Initiative’ to distribute seedlings to public schools nationwide. This initiative, part of the ‘Plant the Emirates’ National Programme, aims to educate students on agriculture, sustainability, and greening efforts, promoting awareness of environmental […]
SHARJAH: Sir Bu Nair Island Protected Area has officially joined the prestigious IUCN Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas, underscoring Sharjah’s commitment to global sustainability. This recognition, announced by the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), highlights Sharjah’s world-class approach to biodiversity conservation and sustainable management. Hana Saif Al Suwaidi, Chairperson of EPAA, commended […]
