Saudi Aramco, in partnership with Siemens Energy, has launched the first direct air capture (DAC) unit in Saudi Arabia. This pilot facility is designed to extract 12 tonnes of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere each year, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and explore sustainable technologies. Located in...
In a significant move to protect agricultural diversity, seeds cultivated in the UAE have been transported to the Arctic and are now stored in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault. This facility, located on an island above the Arctic Circle, serves as a crucial safeguard for global crop diversity. The seeds were meticulously collected and studied...
On World Meteorological Day 2025, Saudi Arabia and the UAE reaffirmed their dedication to enhancing early warning systems globally. Both nations aim to ensure that all countries have access to these systems by 2027, aligning with the World Meteorological Organization’s objectives. Dr. Abdulla Al Mandous, the director-general of the National Center of Meteorology and president...
Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, the Minister of Climate Change and Environment, has reaffirmed the United Arab Emirates’ commitment to sustainable water management and global water security in a statement made on World Water Day. She emphasized the urgent need for action, noting that water is essential for life and plays a critical role...
Morocco is set to construct a significant seawater desalination plant along its Northern Mediterranean coastline, aimed at enhancing drinking water supplies in the region. This initiative, reported by a local newspaper, highlights the ongoing efforts to address water scarcity issues in the area. The desalination facility, located in the port city of Tangier, is designed...
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...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to enhance its renewable energy capacity to 14.2 gigawatts (GW) by the year 2030, as stated by Ahmed Al Kaabi, the Assistant Undersecretary for the Electricity, Water, and Future Energy Sector at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI). He emphasized the UAE’s leadership role in the global...
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Khalifa University of Science and Technology have initiated a significant marine research mission off the coast of Abu Dhabi. This mission is being conducted aboard Jaywun, the region’s most advanced marine research vessel, equipped with cutting-edge technology and six laboratories aimed at supporting environmental exploration and climate...
On January 12, 2025, Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, participated in the 15th IRENA Assembly held in Abu Dhabi. During her address, she emphasised the UAE’s commitment to accelerating the global energy transition through collaboration, inclusivity, and strategic partnerships. In her remarks, Dr. Al Dahak reiterated...
Federal National Council (FNC) members have called for immediate legislative action to accelerate the global shift to clean energy, highlighting the urgent need to address climate challenges. Speaking at the Legislators Forum 2025, organised by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, FNC Member and Deputy Chair of...