Climate change undermines global security, says NATO chief
Baku, Azerbaijan--NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on Sunday stressed the need to fight global warming, and called climate change a "crisis multiplier" with implications for global security.He made the remarks during a press conference in Baku along with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, whose energy-rich country is set to host the COP29...
Tourism helps UAE add $158bn to GDP in six years
Around 31 million visitors are expected to enter the UAE yearly by 2025 as the country has initiated several measures to revitalize the tourism sector, particularly eco-tourism.
Iraq Forum for Clean Energy 2022 kicks off on Sunday
The ministry of oil endeavors to support all initiatives and efforts to gradually shift from traditional to clean and renewable energy
Sharjah University, AUS to launch research for sustainable energy solutions
The Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) revealed an ambitious plan to be executed in cooperation with the American University of Sharjah (AUS), targeting to launch an Applied Research Ecosystem for sustainable energy solutions to develop new technologies for generating Green Hydrogen, being one of the most promising...
Tadweer inks deals worth $64m
The deals were signed at the eighth edition of EcoWASTE.
AT&T, Verizon agree to delay 5G activation at some airports
US Telecom giants AT&T and Verizon will delay the implementation of their 5G network on a "limited number" of towers near airports following warnings from US airlines.
Abu Dhabi’s Blue Carbon Project to check emissions, climate change: EAD
Abu Dhabi's Blue Carbon Project is a promising initiative to prevent increased carbon emissions caused by the destruction of ecosystems, which ultimately leads to climate change, said a top official of the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (AED). Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary-General of the EAD, said Blue Carbon refers...Qatar, IAEA join hands for nuclear projects with peaceful uses
Qatar’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has said the projects will cover a variety of sectors, including the medical, industrial, and environmental fields.Iraq signs project to reduce carbon emissions
The emission reduction is expected to take place through upcoming contracts in solar energy field.Ajman’s $656m budget for 2022 focused on infrastructure, community facilities
Ajman's budget of AED2.41 billion ($656m) for 2022 has been approved by the emirate's ruler Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, with infrastructure, community facilities and the environment accounting for 39 percent of the total allocation. Economic affairs (34 percent), public services (19 percent) and public order and safety (eight...Endangered big cat trapped in northern Iraq
The leopard which was given anesthetic before it was captured, is believed that fewer than 1,000 exist in the wild, with another 200 in captivity.
Climate change 2021: There’s no turning back now
Dedicated experts at COP26 hailed solid even historic advances in beating back the existential threat of global warming.
Abu Dhabi National Aquarium is the largest in Mideast
An estimated one million people a year are expected to visit the aquarium housing marine animals in ten distinct habitats under the supervision of marine life experts.
Proposed bill in Iran looks to ban pets including cats, dogs
The animals that may be banned under the proposed law include 'crocodiles, turtles, snakes, lizards, cats, mice, rabbits, dogs and other unclean animals as well as monkeys.' This has led to protests and ridicule, especially on social media.
Iraq fishermen in fear of arrest from Iran and Kuwait
Iraqi fishermen live in constant fear of arrest by Iran or Kuwait for mistakenly straying across frontiers.
UAE signs deal with France for food security
The signing of the MoU reportedly coincided with the visit of the French President Emmanuel Macron to the UAE.United States is world’s biggest plastic polluter, report finds
Overall, the US contributed around 42 million metric tons in plastic waste in 2016 — more than twice as much as China and more than the countries of the European Union combined, according to a new report submitted to the federal government. Its authors called for the country to develop...Amazon had the highest deforestation record in October 2021
While Brazil takes international pledge at COP26 to end deforestation by 2030, the destruction of the Amazon rainforest keeps rising in the country.
Climate change will crush world’s poorest economies, says study
Countries with poor economies will face severe consequences of climate change caused by the rich nations.
Dubai to plant more mangrove trees to preserve coastline
Dubai Municipality has begun a new drive to plant mangrove trees in Dubai’s natural reserves as part of its efforts to preserve and develop the coastal environment.
Saudi Arabia pledges more than $1 billion in ‘green era’ initiatives
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced two initiatives to fund the "circular carbon economy" and provide "clean fuel" to help feed 750 million people worldwide.New Zealand passes law to make banks report climate impact
New Zealand has passed a law that will force banks to reveal the impact of their investments on climate change. The law has been described as a world-first move to make the financial sector's environmental record more transparent.
400% rise in Saudi agri investment in four years
The kingdom’s goal is to support small farmers, develop rural agriculture and assist the local development of the food product manufacturing sector, says expert.Mobily signs recycling deal
Mobily will recycle old and discarded Ericsson devices.
UAE announces Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative
The national drive aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, making the UAE the first MENA to do so.
Cutting fossil fuel use key to environmental protection: IMF
The 'right prices' must fully reflect both supply costs and environmental costs, especially carbon emissions and local air pollution, said IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva.
German youths seek change after a lifetime of Merkel
Many of her countrymen say her slowly-slowly approach stymied progress on burning issues such as climate protection and the digital race.
Under 1% of development spending spent on clear air
An annual survey by the Clean Air Fund has highlighted that the air quality remains low on the list of funding priorities
Countries eye UN deal to rein in plastic pollution
The proposed resolution is due to be discussed during the United Nations Environment Assembly, which is due to be held in Nairobi from February 28 through March 2 next year.
Price tag on the planet? Helping business value nature
Putting a monetary value on nature means that damaging resources such as breathable air and drinkable water becomes not just a survival risk, but a financial one. Some $44 trillion of annual economic value generation -- half of the world's gross domestic product -- is moderately or highly dependent on...Kuwait to transform ‘tire graveyard’ into new city
After 17 years of accumulation of end-of-life tires, the dump was spread across 2 sq km, with 40 million tires calling it home.Iran to build 3GW renewable power plants
The move is a collaboration between Iran's Power Generation, Distribution, and Transmission Company, and the Iranian Fuel Conservation Company.‘Catastrophic’ pollution plagues Libya beaches
The environment ministry has ordered the closure of a number of beaches along the Greater Tripoli coastline, despite the roasting summer heat
Green drive: Middle East bets big on renewables
To forestall the crippling effects of climate change, Saudi Arabia and the UAE have put on track projects worth billions of dollars to significantly lower emissions.Saudi Arabia starts $3.4bn infrastructure projects in Tabuk region
The projects in the Tabuk region will include initiatives related to housing, transportation, environment, and agriculture.
Climate crisis the next great threat for Iraq
Only 3.5 percent of Iraq’s farmlands are watered with irrigation systems and rivers are polluted with viruses and bacteria, oil spills and industrial chemicals.
Kuwait commits $2.5 million to Lebanon via UNDP for waste management
This is part of an agreement between Kuwait and the UNDP, called the Stabilisation through Solid Waste Management Projects in Lebanon.Ethiopia’s disputed dam filling raises tension ahead of UN meeting
Security Council meeting was requested by Tunisia on behalf of Egypt and Sudan Tunisia has also submitted a draft resolution calling on Ethiopia to cease filling the reservoir Ethiopia has started the second phase of filling the reservoir of its mega-dam on the upper Blue Nile, Egypt and Sudan said,...
UAE minister continues visits aimed at cutting carbon footprint
*Visits also aimed at highlighting examples of successful ventures * EGA has invested $1 billion in environmental technologies since 2010 Dr Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, United Arab Emirates cabinet member and minister of climate change and environment, on Sunday toured Emirates Global Aluminium’s site in Dubai, as part of a...Turkey bans plastic imports after Greenpeace alarm
Greenpeace investigation finds "shocking" images of waste dumped along beaches across Adana city Turkey has been importing more plastic waste than any other country, 30% from the UK alone The Turkish government has banned the importation of most types of plastic waste after an investigation by Greenpeace revealed improper dumping...
