In a strategic effort to strengthen Rwanda’s water security, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has signed a loan agreement worth AED 92 million with the Government of Rwanda to …
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jalebi.io and Olive Gaea Partner to Tackle $1 Trillion Global Food Waste Crisis
In an effort to combat the global food waste crisis, UAE-born start-ups jalebi.io and Olive Gaea have announced a strategic partnership. The agreement was signed at Hub71 – Abu Dhabi’s …
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In recent years, e-commerce has revolutionised the way consumers shop, but its impact extends beyond convenience and variety. As the world grapples with climate change, the intersection of e-commerce and …
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In an effort to tackle overstock and support sustainability changes in dynamic markets, eJaby, a commerce marketplace, has launched in the UAE. The eJaby platform connects customers directly with quality …
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Martial Bernoux on Water Access, Sustainable Farming, Technology and AI
Martial Bernoux is the Senior National Resources Officer with the Food and Agricultural Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), he discussed the presence of the FOA in the MENA region, …
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Water is the foundation of our planet’s ecosystem, yet nearly one-third of the global population faces water scarcity. Climate change is exacerbating this crisis, intensifying droughts and shifting rainfall patterns …
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Riyadh Action Agenda Launched by Saudi Arabia to Accelerate Land Restoration and Drought Resilience
In a bid to mobilise state and non-state actors to deliver lasting solutions for land degradation, desertification and drought, Saudi Arabia’s UNCCD COP16 Presidency has announced the launch of the …
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ICBA: Advancing Climate Resilience and Sustainable Agriculture | COP29
In an effort to emphasise the critical role of sustainable agriculture in addressing the growing challenges of climate change, food insecurity, water scarcity and land degradation, the International Centre For …
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COP16: Launch of Drought Partnership and AI-Powered Observatory
Leaders from governments, the private sector, civil society and global stakeholders are meeting to accelerate progress on sustainable land management at the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) COP16, …
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GigaFarm Initiative Lays Foundations in Dubai Food Tech Valley
In an effort to increase sustainable food production, the construction of a GigaFarm project in Dubai Food Tech Valley has officially commenced. This project was launched by His Highness Sheikh …