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Middle East’s First Waste-to-Hydrogen Plant to Be Built in Sharjah
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Middle East’s First Waste-to-Hydrogen Plant to Be Built in Sharjah

During the World Future Energy Summit at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, BEEAH announced plans to build the Middle East’s first commercial-scale waste-to-hydrogen plant in Al Sajaa, Sharjah. The project is a collaboration with the UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) and international technology firms Chinook Hydrogen from the UK and Air Water from Japan....

Alaska Governor Highlights Importance of Sustainable Development at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week
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Alaska Governor Highlights Importance of Sustainable Development at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

Governor of Alaska, Mike Dunleavy, underscored the importance of the sustainable development sector as a foundation for a prosperous future during his remarks at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. He stressed that international collaboration between the UAE and Alaska is essential, as such partnerships promote the sharing of expertise and innovative solutions aimed at achieving common...

Dubai International Airport Retains Title of World's Busiest Airport in 2024
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Dubai International Airport Retains Title of World’s Busiest Airport in 2024

Dubai International Airport (DXB) has maintained its position as the busiest international airport in the world for 2024, accommodating 60.236 million airline seats. This figure represents a 7 percent increase compared to the previous year, as reported by global aviation consultancy OAG. Notably, this year’s seat count is also 12 percent higher than the pre-pandemic...

Etihad Water and Electricity Unveils Sustainability Initiatives at World Future Energy Summit
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Etihad Water and Electricity Unveils Sustainability Initiatives at World Future Energy Summit

At the World Future Energy Summit (WFES), Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE), in partnership with the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI), RAK Municipality, and RAK Public Services Department, announced a series of ambitious sustainability initiatives. These initiatives are designed to support the resolutions of H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member...

Sustainable Finance Drives Economic Growth and Diversification in the GCC
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Sustainable Finance Drives Economic Growth and Diversification in the GCC

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is strategically harnessing the rising global demand for sustainable finance to diversify its economies and advance towards net-zero goals. A new report by KPMG Lower Gulf and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) highlights the critical role that sustainable finance plays in fostering economic growth, job creation, and diversification throughout the...

UAE Ministry of Education Launches Nationwide 'My School… My Identity' Competition
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UAE Ministry of Education Launches Nationwide ‘My School… My Identity’ Competition

The Ministry of Education (MoE) has officially launched a nationwide competition for public schools called ‘My School… My Identity’. This initiative invites both students and teachers to creatively transform their schools into lively spaces that celebrate the rich Emirati cultural heritage. According to WAM, Sarah Al Amiri, the Minister of Education, said that the competition...