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 UAE Research Programme for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP) has officially opened its 6th cycle for submissions of innovative research proposals. The programme is offering grants of up to $1.5 million, which is approximately AED 5.5 million, for up to three winning projects. Each project can receive a grant spread over three years, with a...
The UAE has the potential to increase rainfall by up to 25% using new technologies developed from its sixth cycle of the UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP). This announcement was made by Alya Al Mazrouei, the program’s director, during the 7th International Rain Enhancement Forum (IREF) in Abu Dhabi. The UAEREP has...