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Sharjah becomes latest emirate to ban single-use plastic

Published on August 29, 2022

Sharjah executive council has announced that it will ban the use of single-use plastic bags and materials from 1st of January 2024. From 1st October this year, sales outlets in the emirate will have to levy a minimum charge of 25 fils on all single-use plastic bags in a plan to gradually reduce the amount of single-use […]

Giraffes and parrots among one million species 'at threat of extinction'

Published on August 15, 2022

UN warns human-induced environmental change is to blame Some of the planet’s most stunning creatures, including giraffes and parrots, are at risk from global warming and other human-induced environmental change, the UN has warned. One million species are threatened, a new report has said. Familiar plant species, including dozens of types of oak, are at […]

UAE residents 'keen to make homes sustainable'

Published on August 15, 2022

Air conditioning usage represents 70% of the UAE’s electricity use during the summer and this has a huge impact on the environment About half of UAE residents (47% of) aim to make their homes as environmentally friendly as possible, with more than half (55%) considering sustainability a key factor when purchasing electronic products, a study […]

Going green: Dubai retailers report up to 40% drop in single-use bag use

Published on August 8, 2022

Retailers in Dubai have reported an overwhelming response from consumers in the wake of the imposition of tariffs on single-use bags, with some retailers reporting over a 40 per cent drop in consumption of such bags in the first month. Interestingly, the trend among Dubai shoppers to bring along their eco-friendly and recycled bags when […]

Dulsco and Choithrams partner for recyclables collection campaign

Published on June 23, 2022

In line with the UAE’s 2030 sustainability goals and circular economy principles, Dulsco-the region’s leading Integrated Solutions Provider, and Choithrams, the supermarket giant has partnered to organise a Recyclables Collection Drive. The two-week long campaign will take place between 3 pm – 8 pm from June 20th – 26th at the Greens Branch, and June […]

ENOC Group bans single-use plastics across its operations

Published on June 15, 2022

ENOC Group, announced today that it has banned single-use plastics across its operations as well as in its head office, to align with the UAE’s vision of promoting an inclusive green economy. In March 2020, the Group announced that it will begin a phase-out of single-use plastics and today it has achieved a 100 percent […]

How turning unwanted furniture into art promotes the circular economy

Published on June 6, 2022

UAE-based Think Upcycle collaborated with Living Business to promote local artists – while diverting furniture from landfill and giving back to society and the environment in the process A unique piece of art that also reduces your carbon footprint? That’s the proposition that Think Upcycle, a UAE-based marketplace for pre-loved quality household goods, offers UAE […]

Dubai green tariff to apply to all single-use bags including paper and biodegradable

Published on May 26, 2022

Charge being introduced in July covers paper and other biodegradable materials, as well as plastic bags, officials say As Dubai gears up to introducing a 25 fils ($0.07) charge for single-use bags, authorities have clarified that this is not limited to plastic bags. From July 1, the mandatory tariff will be applied to all single-use bags — […]

VERTECO announced as the official distributors of Smixin handwashing system in MENA region

Published on May 9, 2022

VERTECO, the region’s leading specialists in water conservation solutions, smart washroom technologies and smart water management, have been announced as the official distributors of the Smixin handwashing system, an innovative solution set to revolutionize the way we wash our hands in public places. Smixin is the brainchild of Swiss inventor Elmar Mock, co-inventor of the […]

Sustainable agriculture urgently needed in Egypt

Published on April 28, 2022

Sustainable agriculture is key to climate change adaptation efforts and sustainable development, reports Ahmed Kotb The global food system has faced many shocks over recent years, from the Covid-19 pandemic to extreme weather events and conflicts that have led to higher food prices. These are likely to remain high for the foreseeable future, exposing millions […]

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