Egyptian startups were in the spotlight at the recent Underdog Tech Award 2024. The awards celebrate tech entrepreneurs overcoming hurdles such as limited resources, lack of access to funding, and …
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In the midst of global efforts to combat climate change, transition finance has emerged as a critical tool for driving sustainable development and accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy. …
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Fujairah Research Centre shares findings from environmental pollution project
The Fujairah Research Centre has announced its findings from its environmental pollution project, conducted in collaboration with the Medibees program. The two parties spearheaded an investigation into monitoring pollution mechanisms, …
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Dubai Municipality awarded Golden category at Global Environment Award for Environment Management Industry
Dubai Municipality has been awarded the Golden category for Environment Management Industry at the Global Environment Award. The award, organised by the Global Energy & Environment Foundation (GEEF), honours individuals, …
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This week, Saudi Arabia celebrated its inaugural Saudi Green Initiative Day, an annual climate action awareness day marking the initial launch of the Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) on March 27, …
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The Secretariat General of the Arab League and the Council of Arab Environment Ministers have named Abu Dhabi as the Arab Environment Capital for 2023. The emirate secured the accolade …
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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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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed establishes Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued directives to establish the Dubai Environment and Climate …
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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 World Meteorological Organization’s (WMO) report, State of the Global Climate 2023, has found that 2023 broke “every single climate indicator,” including: Not only was 2023 the warmest year on …