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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has issued Executive Council Resolution No. 124 of 2023 on single-use products, with the ultimate goal of protecting the environment, encouraging people to adopt an eco-friendly lifestyle, and promoting the culture of using reusable products to advance sustainable development. READ MORE...
Dubai Customs hosted a delegation from the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD), in a collaborative effort to exchange knowledge and best practices. The visiting delegation aimed to gain insights into quality and institutional excellence practices. During the visit, they explored Dubai Customs' initiatives aligning with its 2021-2026 strategic plan, focusing on community protection and sustainable economic development through compliance, facilitation, and innovation. READ MORE...
Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, chaired the ninth meeting of the Farmers' Council, to review the latest developments in the national agricultural sector and to discuss the Ministry’s initiatives to promote its sustainable growth.The meeting also focused on identifying the needs of the farmers to increase domestic productivity and thereby optimise imports. READ MORE...
Nakheel, the world-leading real estate master developer, has announced that eight Nakheel beaches have received the prestigious Blue Flag status at its Jebel Ali, Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Islands locations. A Blue Flag display on a beach means that the beach is clean, meets safety and accessibility requirements, is managed sustainably and has excellent water quality. READ MORE...
Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, chaired the fourth meeting of the UAE Council for Climate Action held this year. The Council conducted an online meeting to review the national efforts towards climate ambition, the outcomes of the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) hosted by the UAE, and other related matters. READ MORE...
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced that it has successfully completed the first ever Atmospheric Research Expedition in the Arabian Gulf onboard its state-of-the-art marine research vessel - Jaywun. READ MORE...
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, met today with a number of dignitaries and senior officials at Zabeel majlis keenly enquiring about the progress of projects they were undertaking. READ MORE...
Marking the culmination of the "Year of Sustainability" in 2023, the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) has hosted its annual "For Our Emirates We Plant" campaign on the symbolic date of 23.12.23. This year's event unfolded at the pristine Al Naseem Reserve in Al Manama, Ajman. READ MORE...
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is committed to empowering the youth, honing their skills, and encouraging them to work in clean and renewable energy. READ MORE...
Under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), the Agency announced its success in planting of 44 million mangrove trees in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi since 2020, as part of the UAE’s efforts to combat climate change. READ MORE...
To enhance environmental education, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), signed a letter of collaboration with the Foundation of Environmental Education (FEE) during COP 28. Ahmed Baharoon, Executive Director, Environmental Information, Science and Outreach Management, represented EAD, with Daniel Schaffer, CEO, signing on behalf of FEE. READ MORE...
Razan Al Mubarak, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP28, today joined leading UAE developers and the Emirates Green Building Council (EGBC) for the soft-launch of the UAE Built Environment Sustainability Blueprint. READ MORE...
Dubai’s development vision is defined as much by its quest for futuristic technologies as it is by its focus on preserving its rich heritage and natural ecosystems. The importance accorded to wildlife habitats and endangered species is a prime example of Dubai’s commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable practices. READ MORE...
Expo City Dubai on Monday unveiled with other co-founders the ‘Bee The Change’ campaign – a global movement to safeguard bees by raising awareness and funds to ensure the survival of pollinators across the globe. READ MORE...
Abu Dhabi has launched a new air quality improvement plan to pinpoint pollution hotspots and curb the environmental impact of building development in the emirate.
Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government hosted the second edition of the Arab Climate Forum as a knowledge partner, which is launched by the Arab NGO Network for Development in partnership with the Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND). READ MORE...
The UAE pays great attention to the issue of protecting the environment and preserving its components and preserving it, and constantly affirms on every occasion its firm commitment and unlimited support for its development efforts and reducing all causes of pollution, which is reflected in the wide attention that this issue receives at the official and popular levels, and the great efforts being made to raise the level of environmental awareness in society, with a focus on young people and students through the inclusion of programs that contribute to raising awareness of the importance of preserving the environment and protecting their nature and at the level of public and private education, in addition to maximizing the value of the environmental dimension in development plans. READ MORE...
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) and du, part of the Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), have launched the Naha environmental engagement platform as part of their ongoing public-private collaboration to enhance sustainability initiatives. READ MORE...
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has partnered with Khalifa University College of Medicine and Health Sciences, and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to develop a research agenda for strengthening scientific knowledge regarding the impact of pollutants on human health. READ MORE...
Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and COP28 President-designate, praised India, the current host of the Presidency of the G20, for its energy transition vision. At the ‘From G20 to COP28,’ special forum held in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Al Jaber said the UAE and India shared a “vision for embracing an energy transition in line with sustainable socio-economic development.” READ MORE...
Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi, UAE Minister of Culture and Youth, called on member states of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), to join the UAE and its “Group of Friends” in their endeavours to lead climate efforts on the occasion of the UAE hosting COP28 in Expo City Dubai from 30th November to 12th December. READ MORE...
The latest in a series of high-level national Majlis sessions being held in the lead up to COP28 convened today at Al Ittihad Hall in Umm Al Quwain, organised by the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and the Environment (MoCCAE) as part of the “COP28 Changemakers Majlis” initiative. READ MORE...
The second in a series of eight national Majlis sessions being held in the run-up to COP28 was hosted today at The Louvre in Abu Dhabi. The Majlis brought together climate leaders, experts, and government representatives to discuss how Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE is rising to meet the goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050. READ MORE...
Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and COP28 President, and Cindy McCain, the Executive Director of the World Food Programme (WFP), today called for urgent action to scale up climate action in fragile and conflict-affected settings. READ MORE...
Artificial intelligence (AI) can make substantial contributions to climate-resilient and low-emissions development. UN Climate Change’s Initiative on Artificial Intelligence for Climate Action (#AI4ClimateAction) explores the role of AI as a powerful tool for advancing and scaling up transformative climate action in developing countries. READ MORE...
With COP28 just three weeks away, the UN Climate Change High-Level Champions, together with the COP27 and COP28 Presidencies and the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for West Asia (ESCWA) will host the Second Arab Regional Forum on Climate Finance in Dubai at the Dubai International Financial Centre. READ MORE...
The Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Zoological Society of London (ZSL) have partnered to collaborate on safeguarding initiatives for endangered species as well as critical marine and terrestrial habitats. READ MORE...
As part of the Abu Dhabi Climate Change Strategy, the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched level 7 of its Enviro-Spellathon initiative, dedicated to the significant topic of climate change and titled "Planet Earth's journey with Climate Change". READ MORE...
The Emirates News Agency has written a memorandum of understanding between the Environment Agency and the British Zoological Society. Arab News via the New Pulse website - Watch the memorandum states that a structured framework for cooperation between the Authority and the Society will be implemented through a set of initiatives aimed at preserving the environment that work to protect and resettle species and restore important and endangered habitats and ecosystems. READ MORE...
On Abu Dhabi’s Jubail Island, there are more than 17,500 hectares of mangroves, a verdant canopy that draws kayakers, paddleboarders and other tourists from all over the world. READ MORE...
Dr. Mohammed Daoud, Senior Advisor for Water Resources at the Environment Agency in Abu Dhabi, said that the Arab region suffers from water scarcity and 70% of its water resources come from transboundary rivers. READ MORE...
to endorse the Mangrove Breakthrough and actively participate in the Mangrove Alliance for Climate (MAC). MAC, which is a partnership between the UAE and Indonesia, has attracted 20 partners to scale up and accelerate the conservation and restoration of mangrove ecosystems for the benefit of communities worldwide. READ MORE...
In a significant development for sustainable energy in the United Arab Emirates, the Environment Agency-Abu Dhabi (EAD) has unveiled plans to power its newly constructed Plant Genetic Resources Center in Al Ain with renewable energy. READ MORE...
The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi won third place, in the category of large public sector institutions, in the Arab Network Award for Corporate Social Responsibility, in recognition of its achievements and efforts in protecting the environment, promoting sustainability and community development READ MORE...
The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi and the Global Green Growth Institute announced their first partnership agreement by signing a memorandum of understanding to promote green growth efforts in Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates. READ MORE...
The Abu Dhabi Police General Command and the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi, within the framework of the joint committee between the two bodies for the protection of the wild environment, implemented a table exercise (Estidama) with the participation of members of the executive team from both sides. READ MORE...
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), the World Food Programme (WFP), and the Food Tech Valley signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen innovation in food systems and agriculture. READ MORE...
As announced in a statement published by Emirates earlier today, the Dubai-based UAE flag carrier has rolled out its new amenity kits for economy class and premium economy passengers on long-haul flights. READ MORE...
The State of Kuwait renewed its keenness to achieve the goals and objectives of sustainable development as they represent a road map of joint action to create a more equitable, just and sustainable world. READ MORE...
Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has signed a MoU with the Al Rostamani Group to support the Mangrove Planting Initiative to achieve the target of planting 100 million mangroves trees by 2030. Dr Mohammed Salman Al Hammadi and Hassan Abdullah Al Rostamani signed the MoU in the presence of Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri. READ MORE...
The “National Sustainability” campaign promotes the state’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions. The artificial intelligence laboratory launched by the Ministry of “Climate Change” determines the concentration of solar energy and monitors the quality of air and water. READ MORE...
Flag carrier Garuda Indonesia (GIAA.JK) said on Tuesday it has completed a flight test using a palm oil-blended jet fuel on a Boeing 737-800NG aircraft.
The Clean Development Mechanism Designated National Authority (CDMDNA) announced today the operation of Saudi Arabia's domestic market mechanism, Greenhouse Gas Crediting and Offsetting Mechanism (GCOM), at MENA Climate Week 2023, currently held in Riyadh. READ MORE...
In view of climate change and its impacts on nature, Saudi Arabia has initiated a series of programs and initiatives to protect flora and fauna. READ MORE...
TECOM Group announced the launch of the innovative "Escape Room" initiative inspired by the mangroves, on October 12 - 13 in Dubai Media City, through cooperation with the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi and the Emirates Nature Society, with the aim of raising awareness of the climate change crisis and stimulating climate action. READ MORE...
The UAE's preparedness for COP28 and its efforts in achieving the goals of the UAE NetZero by 2050 strategic initiative, and its vision on carbon trading were among several key topics discussed during the UAE Council for Climate Action meeting on Tuesday. READ MORE...
Environmental chiefs in Abu Dhabi have moved to reassure residents of Al Raha Beach amid concerns about the quality of seawater in the area.
Jordan’s Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Soud met United Nations Children’s Fund Representative to Jordan Philippe Duamelle on Monday to discuss water sector challenges in light of the large numbers of refugees in the country, Jordan News Agency reported on Monday. READ MORE...
As temperatures break records in cities like Sao Paulo and Manila and air quality declines in Jakarta and Delhi, on average less than half of people feel safe from extreme weather events, according to a recent Opinion Poll commissioned by Greenpeace International in seven major cities across the Global South. READ MORE...
The U.S. is making a billion-dollar investment in planting and maintaining trees across the country to combat extreme heat and expand access to nature. But the benefits go way beyond that. READ MORE...
The second-ever Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Climate Week opened today, with a packed schedule of events designed to shine a spotlight on challenges and solutions in a region that is among the most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. READ MORE...
The Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region has a “proud history of delivering COPs for the world”, said Dr Sultan Al Jaber, President-Designate of COP28, with the fourth edition scheduled to be held in the UAE later this year. READ MORE...
Highlighting the latest technologies revolutionizing environmental progress at MENA Climate Week in the Saudi capital, speakers called for adopting an all-inclusive approach to ensure energy transition. READ MORE...
As part of the Year of Sustainability and UAE’s preparations for hosting the Conference of the Parties COP28, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and Abu Dhabi Waste Management Company (Tadweer) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch ‘Waste to Zero’, a global initiative to mobilise and advance waste decarbonisation efforts, and to establish a circular economy platform. READ MORE...
The Environment Authority in Abu Dhabi confirmed that it applied spectral measures and artificial intelligence to predict soil contamination. In the second phase, the authority expanded the survey process to include 3.75 million square meters of the Musafah industrial area during 250 unmanned aerial surveys. READ MORE...
Adipec 2023, the Middle East’s largest energy event, showcased efforts by oil and gas companies to reduce carbon emissions and highlighted the latest technology transforming the sector. With the UN climate summit approaching, Adipec set the stage for a more inclusive and equitable Cop28. READ MORE...
As the 2024 campaign season heats up, some young Republicans want their party to move on from climate denial and offer solutions. Karly Matthews is Vice President of the American Conservation Coalition and joins Host Jenni Doering to discuss policies that align with the environmental roots of the party. READ MORE...
Abu Dhabi Sustainable Entrepreneurship Forum, under the title "Positive Growth of Nature", was launched with a group of inspiring ideas and discussions from industry leaders, experts, and visionaries. READ MORE...
The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has announced the adoption of the new Green ICV criteria and bonus within the National In Country Value (ICV) Programme to encourage sustainability practices throughout various supply chains. READ MORE...
In groundbreaking discussion, sustainability-driven women leaders gathered at Century Financial’s third roundtable event, titled “Sustainability & U - Catalysts for Change: Women Leaders Pioneering the Path to Net Zero.” READ MORE...
As part of Abu Dhabi Climate Change Strategy and within the framework of the Abu Dhabi Mangrove Initiative, Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has signed an agreement with Jubail Island Investment Company (JIIC) to enhance joint efforts to preserve mangrove and coastal ecosystems to ensure their future sustainability. READ MORE...
A model COP28 exhibition is among 30 sustainability initiatives implemented by Khalifa University of Science and Technology (Khalifa University) in Abu Dhabi ahead of the global climate conference, which will be held at Expo City Dubai from November 30 to December 12. READ MORE...
Most UAE residents visit La Mer beach to swim, sunbath and relax. But for diving instructor Chloe Griffin, beach days involve diving down to the bottom of the ocean to collect bits of litter and human-created waste. READ MORE...
H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree concerning the establishment of Al Munthar Reserve in the Emirate of Sharjah. READ MORE...
Arabian Gulf Business Insight (AGBI) has reported that the Sultanate of Oman is dedicating an area the size of Slovakia to solar power projects to produce green hydrogen, a type of gas produced entirely from renewable sources. READ MORE...
Arab Eco-Futures was the topic of AFED Secretary General Najib Saab’s speech at the opening of Climate Future Week, organized by Museum of the Future in Dubai, in association with Fiker Institute. The main theme of the speech was that the future of environment is determined by sound management of natural resources. READ MORE...
The UAE Alliance for Climate Action (UACA), spearheaded by Emirates Nature-WWF, convened senior leaders for the inaugural meeting of its Advisory Committee, which seeks to advance the alliance’s impressive growth and on-ground impact to ensure a strong post-COP28 legacy for domestic climate action READ MORE...
Scientists at the UAE's Khalifa University and Stanford University in the US have teamed up to develop robots that will take on critical tasks, to help keep the world's oceans clean.
Yesterday at New York Climate Week, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) launched the Nature-Based Solutions Origination Platform (NbS-OP), a new model for scaling up, aligning and mobilizing public and private finance for high-quality nature-based solutions (NbS) under an integrated landscape finance approach. READ MORE...
Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Cop28 President-designate, urged global leaders on Wednesday to take action on climate change, saying that the world is falling short and running out of time. READ MORE...
Danfoss announced that the Green Data Center seminar gathered over 80 regional experts and data centre industry stakeholders. Making the announcement through a Press release, Danfoss said the seminar held on September 13 in Dubai discussed the pressing need for sustainability in data centre operations as one of the crucial factors in achieving regional decarbonisation goals. READ MORE...
Forward-thinking companies are embracing sustainable solutions to help the UAE go green – including turning plastic bottles into clothing and crafting biodegradable abayas. READ MORE...
Abu Dhabi citizens and residents came together at Majlis Al Bateen to discuss new rules on regulating recreational fishing issued by the Environment Agency. READ MORE...
A South African NGO has purchased the world’s largest captive rhino breeding operation. It now plans to rewild the animals across the continent.
A new strategic partnership between leading professional services firm PwC and engineering group Dar Al-Handasah will seek to find sustainable solutions in the built environment in the Middle East. READ MORE...
The Environment Agency, Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced that the most advanced research vessel in the region, Jaywun, has achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing the first phase of the Fisheries Resources Assessment Survey in the waters of the United Arab Emirates. READ MORE...
It is one of the worst polluters and wreaks havoc on our environment in countries across the world, affecting human health and wildlife with dire consequences. READ MORE...
It is one of the worst polluters and wreaks havoc on our environment in countries across the world, affecting human health and wildlife with dire consequences. READ MORE...
United Arab Emirates, 5 May, 2023 | Coinciding with the UAE Year of Sustainability and building on the spectacular 51st UAE National Day show held on December 2, 2022, the Organising Committee of the 51st National Day Celebrations has launched the Today for Tomorrow: National Day Mangrove Project. READ MORE...
NewsDr. Mohammed Daoud, Senior Advisor for Water Resources at the Environment Agency in Abu Dhabi, said that the Arab region suffers from water scarcity and 70% of its water resources come from transboundary rivers. READ MORE...
to endorse the Mangrove Breakthrough and actively participate in the Mangrove Alliance for Climate (MAC). MAC, which is a partnership between the UAE and Indonesia, has attracted 20 partners to scale up and accelerate the conservation and restoration of mangrove ecosystems for the benefit of communities worldwide. READ MORE...
In a significant development for sustainable energy in the United Arab Emirates, the Environment Agency-Abu Dhabi (EAD) has unveiled plans to power its newly constructed Plant Genetic Resources Center in Al Ain with renewable energy. READ MORE...
