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This is how students are helping to save the planet
As UAE youth are recognised for their contributions to the environment, we take a look at what’s driving our students to step up for conservation When it comes to protecting our planet, it seems that ancient philosopher Aristotle said it …
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What is cloud seeding and how is it being used in the UAE?
The UAE is moving at the forefront of weather modification science in an attempt to counter its arid climate and water shortage issues On 9th March 2016, the UAE experienced 287 millimetres of rain across Al Ain and Dubai. It …
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Now is the time to take action for the planet
When driverless cars and automated homes become the norm, will you be part of the growing trend to save our planet? Aside from the growing amount of evidence that climate change is real, various sectors are making innovative changes that …
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What is the UAE doing to protect animals?
From initiatives protecting domestic and foreign animals, to studies aimed at understanding various species and partnering with the international community to boost animal welfare programmes – the UAE has done a considerable amount in the fight to safeguard animals here …
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Why youth are being targeted to tackle climate change
This year’s edition of an annual event aims to highlight the leading role that the next generation will play in countering the negative effects of climate change. Youth are one of the main focuses of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), taking …
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How can this study in the capital unlock climate change?
A capital biodiversity spot has become the first in the Arabian Peninsula to join a landmark global climate change study as the result of a local university project. Masdar Institute’s eddy covariance study, installed in Abu Dhabi’s Mangroves National Park, …
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Did you know a new type of bird has been spotted in the UAE?
A previously unsighted owl species has been spotted in the UAE. The Emirates Wildlife Society - World Wide Fund for Nature (EWS-WWF) announced the discovery following an owl survey in the Hajar Mountains in the country’s Eastern Region. Named the …
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What is the UAE doing to meet the challenge of climate change?
Investing in the UAE’s renewable energy potential is a top priority for future climate action plans on a national level, according to an announcement made at a global environmental conference. Speaking at the 23rd session of the Conference of the …
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These environmental projects are celebrating the UAE’s founder
The Year of Zayed is off to a green start with two new nationwide initiatives to protect the biodiversity of the UAE coastline. Over the course of the next year, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment aims to plant …
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