Dubai Expo City has officially opened the world’s first Centre for Species Survival, dedicated to the conservation of fungi. Located at Terra, the sustainability pavilion, this facility underscores the UAE’s commitment to sustainability and biodiversity. Fungi play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance, supporting plant health, nutrient cycling, and carbon storage. However, they have...
The Abu Dhabi Environment Agency announced a significant coral reef initiative on Monday, launching the Abu Dhabi Coral Gardens project. This initiative is the largest of its kind in the Middle East and aims to protect the emirate’s marine environment while enhancing biodiversity, according to the state news agency Wam. Under the guidance of Sheikh...
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture launched Saudi Environment Week on Sunday, themed “Our Environment is a Treasure.” This week-long event aims to showcase the Kingdom’s efforts in ecosystem protection and sustainable development. A significant feature of this week is the introduction of the National Environmental Performance Index, designed as a strategic tool...
The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah has successfully completed a significant mangrove planting initiative in the AlQurm Protected Area, Khor Kalba. This project is part of the EPAA’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and combating climate change. In collaboration with Emirates Nature-WWF and the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, along...