Author: EcoLife

    EmiratesGBC’s annual congress to explore path to net zero by 2050
    15 Jun 2022

    DUBAI, 11th June, 2022 (WAM) — Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC) will host its 11th Annual Congress on Wednesday at the Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre under the theme of ‘Path to Net Zero 2050: Connectivity, Liveability, and Sustainability’. Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Honorary President of EmiratesGBC and CEO of Alliances […]

    Dubai Chambers joins Dubai Can sustainability initiative to reduce plastic waste

    DUBAI, 10th June, 2022 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers has announced its participation in the Dubai Can sustainability initiative by launching a special campaign for its employees to reduce the use of single-use plastic water bottles at the organisation’s headquarters. The announcement was made during a staff gathering event hosted by the Chamber. It was attended […]

    UAE delegation calls for progressive climate action at Bonn Climate Conference
    14 Jun 2022

    BONN, Germany, 10th June, 2022 (WAM) — A UAE delegation of climate diplomats have stated the case for progressive climate action as an enabler for global stability, low-carbon economic progress and inclusive prosperity at the Bonn Climate Change Conference for the 56th session of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change’s (UNFCCC) subsidiary bodies from […]

    UAE undertakes series of initiatives to promote Clean Ocean campaign: Mariam Almheiri

    ABU DHABI, 9th June, 2022 (WAM) — The UAE is undertaking various measures to protect its marine environment in the wake of growing ocean pollution, said Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment. “The pollution of our oceans is now reaching alarming levels through the release of toxic chemicals and plastic […]

    UAE prioritises food security: ICBA Acting Director General

    DUBAI, 9th June, 2022 (WAM) — Dr. Tarifa A. Alzaabi, Acting Director General of the International Centre for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA), said the UAE is prioritising food security in its development plans and aims to utilise the latest technologies to increase production and address related challenges. She then expressed her appreciation for the visit of […]

    Ajman Free Zone eco-friendly zone warehouses achieve LEED gold certification

    AJMAN, 9th June, 2022 (WAM) — Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) eco-friendly zone warehouses have received the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) gold certification after fulfilling all the requirements prescribed within the LEED rating system as created and maintained by the US Green Building Council. The LEED certification programme is administered by the Green […]

    IRENA, RCREEE strengthen energy transition collaboration in MENA region
    12 Jun 2022

    AMMAN, 8th June, 2022 (WAM) — The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE) agreed to strengthen their collaboration on scaling up renewable energy deployment in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today in Jordan, on the […]

    DEWA builds 3 water reservoirs worth AED550 million to enhance water security in Dubai

    DUBAI, 8th June, 2022 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is increasing the storage capacity of desalinated water in Dubai to enhance water security. DEWA is building three water reservoirs in different parts of Dubai. The water reservoirs will include one in the Nakhali area with a storage capacity of 120 MIG and […]

    Sir Bu Nair Island, a safe haven for rare creatures

    SHARJAH, 6th June, 2022 (WAM) — Declared a nature reserve by a Government decree, Sir Bu Nair Island is one of the most important breeding grounds for the endangered hawksbill turtle and features on the International Union for Conservation of Nature list. On 1st June, a hawksbill turtle landed on the island as one of […]

    Umm Al Emarat Park supports World Environment Day with ‘GreenWall Initiative’

    ABU DHABI, 6th June, 2022 (WAM) — In celebration of World Environment Day, Umm Al Emarat Park has announced the launch of the #GreenWall initiative to continue with the vision of the UAE leadership of making the world more environmentally friendly and sustainable. Inviting the community to contribute and protect the environment, participants are invited […]