The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) proudly announced that its state-of-the-art marine research vessel, Jaywun, has won the prestigious Work Boat World Award for Best Large Research Vessel for 2023. This marks the first time a Middle Eastern vessel has achieved such recognition from Baird Maritime, a leading maritime publishing authority. The Work Boat […]
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has initiated a series of environmental volunteer initiatives to foster environmental responsibility and help combat climate change, encouraging community members to actively contribute to sustainability. Rasha Ali Al Madfai, Acting Director of the Environmental Awareness Department at EAD, stated that environmental care is a shared commitment. “We aim […]
ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), along with Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center, has successfully rehabilitated and released 10 greater flamingos at Al Wathba Wetland Reserve. These flamingos were rescued after a severe hailstorm, caused by February’s Al-Mizr low pressure, which heavily impacted the reserve. Also read: iPhone 16 drops Apple […]
ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) recently spotted a red-footed booby, a rare bird, during their regular monitoring on Qarnain Island in the Arabian Gulf. This bird is one of the smallest and rarest in the booby family. Although it’s common in tropical regions, it’s quite unusual to see it in this […]
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced the expansion of its native tree-tagging programme to encompass all naturally occurring native trees in Abu Dhabi’s wild habitats and natural reserves. This initiative is a collaborative effort with the Agency’s strategic partners aimed at bolstering sustainability, safeguarding Abu Dhabi’s natural heritage, and reinforcing the emirate’s […]
ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency — Abu Dhabi (EAD) has rescued over 200 sea turtles since the start of the new year. EAD’s commendable efforts have been supported by their Wildlife Rescue Programme partner and the largest aquarium in the Middle East, The National Aquarium of Abu Dhabi (TNA). Ahmed Al Hashmi, Executive Director, Terrestrial […]
