Nov 26 2024
The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has launched the ‘Our Green Emirates’ initiative under the ‘Plant the Emirates’ National Programme. This initiative encourages individuals, families, and institutions to expand green spaces, fostering a culture of sustainable agriculture across the UAE. The annual ‘Planting Week,’ part of the programme, began in Fujairah and […]
JAKARTA: An Indonesian researcher, Deliana Dahnum, from the Chemical Research Center at the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), has developed a catalyst using metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to convert coconut oil into bio-jet fuel. This innovative process leverages Indonesia’s abundant coconut resources to create a sustainable alternative to traditional aviation fuel. Bio-jet fuel, a renewable […]
AJMAN: The Ajman Business Women Council (AJBWC) has achieved a significant milestone by completing its second cooled plastic greenhouse under the “Plant and Reap” initiative. This project, spearheaded by Dr. Amna Khalifa Al Ali, Chairwoman of AJBWC, encourages women to engage in sustainable home gardening, supporting both agricultural development and food security in the UAE. […]
A Japanese-led international research team has unveiled a revolutionary biodegradable plastic that is durable, recyclable, and breaks down in seawater, potentially offering a major solution to ocean pollution. The team, headed by Aida Takuzo from the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science, published their findings in the US journal Science. Dubbed supramolecular plastic, this innovative […]
ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced that Abu Dhabi will host the 16th International Seagrass Biology Workshop (ISBW) in 2026. This marks the first time the prestigious event will take place in the Middle East. The announcement was made on August 1, 2024, by the World Seagrass Association (WSA) and the […]
Abu Dhabi: The Al Ain Book Festival, which kicked off its 15th edition on Sunday, organized by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center, is opening wide doors for visitors to explore illuminating pages from the life story of the founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may his soul rest in peace, allowing attendees […]
NEW DELHI: India’s mass campaign to increase the country’s green cover has reached a significant milestone with the planting of over one billion saplings in less than six months. This achievement is part of a broader effort to enhance the country’s tree density and promote environmental sustainability. The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to all participants […]
DUBAI: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the 13th annual Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA) was held at the Museum of the Future. The event, focused on the theme of ‘Sustainability’, was attended by global dignitaries and […]
BAKU: The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, with a focus on limiting global warming to 1.5°C. This conference aims to drive action through enhanced national climate plans, transparency, and financing to reduce emissions and address the impacts of climate change. Following the […]
KUNMING, China: Infrared cameras have recently captured images of snow leopards in southwest China’s Yunnan Province, confirming the presence of this endangered species for the first time. Authorities reported the sightings in two locations: one at an altitude of 4,500 meters in Shangri-La and the other at 4,800 meters in a township in Deqen County. […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE has launched a polar research project as part of its strategy to strengthen its role in global polar research and presence. Announced during the UAE Government’s Annual Meetings 2024, the initiative aims to enhance the country’s standing in scientific, technological, and environmental fields. The project, developed through collaboration among various government […]
