The UNFCCC, the UN’s climate change body and organiser of the global COP climate change summits, has announced that this year’s Regional Climate Weeks are cancelled until further notice, citing …
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DGHR launches ‘Guide of Health, Occupational Safety and Environment in Government of Dubai’
The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has launched the ‘Guide of Health, Occupational Safety and the Environment in the Government of Dubai,’ in line with the vision of His …
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Dubai Municipality publishes guidance for businesses on single-use plastics ban
Following the issuance of a single-use plastics ban in January by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai’s Executive …
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Environmental law and policy conference hosted in Sohar, Oman
The fifth MENA Environmental Law and Policy Scholars’ Conference was recently held in Sohar, Oman, from February 19-20. Hosted by Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) College of Law, Sohar University …
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COP28 President unveils Troika Vision in Copenhagen to drive climate action for 1.5°C target
Today, at the Copenhagen Climate Ministerial opening session, COP28 President HE Dr. Sultan Al Jaber addressed global climate leaders and ministers, highlighting the role of the COP Presidencies Troika in …
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The concept of degrowth has recently captured the imagination of academics, activists, and politicians – particularly in rich countries – who are concerned about environmental sustainability and socioeconomic justice. Last …
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UNEA-6 launches call for ambitious multilateral action to tackle triple planetary crisis
Yesterday, the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) commenced in Nairobi, Kenya, aimed at addressing the world’s most pressing environmental challenges as the climate crisis intensifies. Held …
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KPMG Lower Gulf and the World Governments Summit (WGS): Unlocking Diversification in The GCC States Report
KPMG Lower Gulf and the World Governments Summit (WGS) released a report this week that examines how GCC countries can benefit from economic diversification and centralised Project Management Offices (PMOs). …
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The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the introduction of a Civil Aviation cybersecurity policy. This follows on from the recently launched National Civil Aviation Cybersecurity Strategy for Civil …
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Decoding safety: Demystifying the UAE and KSA building codes for developers and architects
With the infrastructure of the UAE and Saudi Arabia growing at a rapid rate, so is the need for the construction industry to focus on safe, secure, and sustainable practices. …