Abu Dhabi City Municipality is promoting environmentally friendly construction practices through the Estidama Pearl Rating System, which evaluates buildings based on sustainability standards. The system, developed under the Department of Municipalities and Transport, requires all government-funded projects to achieve a minimum two-pearl rating, while privately funded ones must meet at least a one-pearl standard to...
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Sharjah Updates Fees for Impounded Vehicle Release
Sharjah has introduced a decision revising the fees for releasing vehicles impounded due to serious traffic violations. This applies to all vehicle types and aims to address cases involving offences like reckless driving and negligence, which endanger public safety and property. Although the updated fees have not been disclosed, the decision aims to streamline the...
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UAE-Based Revibe Raises $7m in Series A Funding
Revibe, a UAE-based startup specializing in guarantee-backed refurbished electronics, has successfully raised $7m in its Series A funding round. The round was co-led by ISAI and Resonance, with additional backing from Kima Ventures and football star Edouard Mendy, Gulf Business reported. Launched less than two years ago, Revibe has quickly made a mark in the...
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Oman Launching Net Zero Centre to Achieve 2050 Carbon Neutrality Goals
Oman is taking a significant step toward its 2050 carbon neutrality goals with the establishment of a new “Net Zero Centre.” Announced by the Minister of Energy and Minerals, Salim Nasser Al Aufi, the centre is set to play a vital role in speeding up the implementation of net-zero initiatives in the country. The Net...