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Tourism Authority of Thailand highlights how travellers can support local businesses amidst travel restrictions
With a nationwide lockdown and global travel ban in effect during the COVID-19 pandemic, small and medium-sized enterprises are struggling to keep afloat. Dependent on tourism to generate sales revenue, many businesses have turned to e-commerce to reach customers, both domestically and internationally. “More than 21% of Thailand’s GDP comes from tourism revenue, meaning that […]
100% Recycled Plastic Bottles Face Masks
DGrade has announced the launch of the new Greenspun® Face Mask made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. The Dubai based company known for recycling plastic bottles into clothing and accessories developed the reusable fabric face mask to help reduce PPE waste and divert plastic from landfill. The fabric face masks are made with DGrade’s […]
Al Ain Farms, First UAE Farm to Pledge Commitment to Animal Welfare
Al Ain Farms, UAE’s first and largest locally integrated dairy brand, announces its Animal Welfare Pledge, making a clear commitment to protect and ensure the wellbeing of each of its 15,000 cows. The promise is part of Al Ain Farms’ dedication to continue to provide the best environment and living standards for their cows through […]
The Next Evolution In Smart Cities And Green Building: Focusing On The Performance Of Existing Buildings
At the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), we believe that data and performance are the next frontier of green building and an integral component of smart city development. Over the past two decades, data and technology have transformed the market and changed nearly every aspect of life, increasing the rate and ease with which we […]
His Excellency Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister Of Climate Change And Environment
Your Excellency, can you tell us more about the UAE National Climate Change Plan 2050, approved by the Cabinet in 2015, which reflects the mandates of the UAE Vision 2021 and the UAE Green Agenda 2015-2030? The National Climate Change Plan 2050 builds on the existing policy and institutional framework for green growth and sustainable […]
DGrade Launches Official Expo 2020 Dubai T-shirt Collection Made from Recycled Plastic Bottles
T-shirts made in a sustainable way to prevent plastic bottles from going to landfill Dubai, UAE, March 4, 2020 DGrade announces its first collection of Official Expo 2020 Dubai apparel and headwear made from recycled plastic bottles is now available to purchase. Featuring the logo of what will be the largest event ever to […]
Summertown Interiors, the Leaders among Sustainable Contractors
For over 20 years, Summertown Interiors has been among the UAE’s leading and most sustainable contractors, offering superior quality interior fit out solutions. Reputed for its green expertise and exceptional client service, the company specialises in commercial, healthcare, and education projects for global Fortune 500 companies, government authorities and local businesses. Summertown Interiors was the […]
Measuring Energy through Innovation
bit.B, an innovative startup backed by Innogy, focuses on the Internet of Things (IoT). The company uses a new wireless protocol, Lemonbeat, which allows connectivity across multiple third-party sensors. This cost-efficient, energy monitoring system will be incorporated into the Hatta Rooftop Solar Project, marking the company’s official arrival in the region. The software will initially […]
Emirates Steel Supports UAE Traders, Endorses Country’s Sustainability Goals through Continuing to Purchase Local Scrap Material for Steel Production
Emirates Steel, a leading integrated steel plant in the UAE and a subsidiary of (ADQ), today announced its continued efforts to support trade and business in the UAE through purchasing local scrap material for use as feed stock in its production process. Emirates Steel is committed along with other steel producers to purchase all local […]
The New Age of Garbage
Samer Kamal, Environmental Entrepreneur and Chief Strategy Officer at Minus Global, shares with The Sustainabilist his vision of the waste of the future. As cities worldwide started transitioning to smart cities, what role does waste management play in this change? I think the waste management sector is interesting from a smart city perspective because […]
