SHARJAH, 22nd May, 2022 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA), has hailed the emirate’s pioneering efforts in safeguarding and protecting the environment in line with national and global sustainable development principles and practices. Sheikha Jawaher noted […]
ABU DHABI, 22nd May, 2022 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UoS) is the first university in the Arab World to earn a Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System (STARS) Gold rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) in Florida, United States. STARS, […]
A Dubai hotel has taken a big step when it comes to sustainably sourcing ingredients at its in-house restaurants – by setting up a vertical hydroponic farm on-site. Having produce grown on the premises reduces its carbon footprint and transport costs for the buyer. “We are doing it for two reasons. A chef will always want the […]
DUBAI, 20th May, 2022 (WAM) — Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, has reiterated the UAE’s concern over climate and environment, noting “a strong connection between our spiritual values and how we care for the environment.” Sheikh Nahyan made the remarks at a large-scale public event at Dubai World Trade […]
NEW YORK, 17th May, 2022 (WAM) — A new study blames pollution of all types for 9 million deaths a year globally, with the death toll attributed to dirty air from cars, trucks and industry rising 55 percent since 2000. According to an article published by the Associated Press (AP), that increase is offset by […]
A biotechnology company hidden among the forests of southern Finland thinks trees can help sustainability in Europe to become deep-rooted. Sustainable multi-purpose products Researchers at Metgen Oy are mixing enzymes and biomolecules from wood and bark to replace raw oil-based materials. Some of these renewable biomaterials have already been developed and used in different solutions for the packaging […]
Abu Dhabi: Live Nation Middle East and Emirates Nature – WWF have announced the details of a new initiative developing guidance and best practices to enhance the sustainability of concert tours. Based on Live Nation’s Green Touring Programme, the initiative will look at all aspects of event production, including flights, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, merchandise, […]
DUBAI, 12th May, 2022 (WAM) — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is making every effort to enhance the sustainability of all services and operations. The drive is part of efforts to provide vital support to the Dubai Government’s efforts to make Dubai the most sustainable and happiest city in the world. The CEO of […]
Global Cement and Concrete Association announces first six recipients of funding through new ‘Innovandi’ programme The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has today revealed the first six start-ups that will be backed by its member companies through the first round of its ‘Innovandi Open Challenge’ competition, which aims to accelerate the development of technologies […]
DUBAI, 5th May, 2022 (WAM) — Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the largest single-site solar park in the world, is one of the most extensive clean and renewable energy projects that Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is implementing to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The solar park has a planned capacity of […]
