SHARJAH: The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) has completed a remarkable mangrove planting programme in AlQurm Protected Area, Khor Kalba, solidifying its commitment to environmental sustainability and climate change mitigation. In collaboration with Emirates Nature-WWF, the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, and Bee’ah, 11,600 mangrove seedlings were planted over two weeks. This […]
PARIS: UNESCO has warned that more than three-quarters of the world’s mangroves are under risk, along with the many species that rely on them. In response, UNESCO is working to protect these vital ecosystems through its Biosphere Reserves, Global Geoparks, and natural World Heritage sites, according to Ms Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO. On the […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE celebrates July 26 as International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, recognising the crucial role mangroves play in keeping our planet healthy. Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, the UAE’s Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, highlighted their importance. Mangroves offer many benefits: they boost biodiversity, act as […]
EN-WWF organises field activities for nature lovers Every winter, Emirates Nature-WWF (EN-WWF) organises a slew of outdoor activities under their ‘Leaders of Change’ initiative for nature lovers. If you are adventurous in spirit then these field activities are just for you. 1. Escape Room: Mangrove Edition Step into the world of climate change and mangrove […]
