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20by2020 by the Zayed Sustainability Prize
Initiative Overview Since its launch in December 2019, 20by2020; a UAE-driven humanitarian initiative, led by the Zayed Sustainability Prize in partnership with Abu Dhabi Global Market, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, Mubadala Petroleum, Year of Tolerance and Masdar, has successfully impacted the lives of thousands of people in various last mile and vulnerable communities around […]
Abu Dhabi and India Collaborate to Save the Great Indian Bustard and Lesser Florican From Extinction
The International Fund for Houbara Conservation (IFHC), the global leader in pre-emptive species conservation, has joined forces with the Wildlife Institute of India to save the Great Indian Bustard and Lesser Florican from extinction in India. In coordination with the Rajasthan Forest Department, the two entitles agreed to collaborate in conserving the Great Indian Bustard […]
13th Annual ASDA’A BCW Arab Youth Survey: Climate Change
More than half of young Arabs (56%) said they are concerned about climate change, and a similar number will boycott a brand seen to be operating in a way that damaged the environment. This compelling sentiment, which reflects the growing concerns towards climate change, climate action and the regional governments’ role in mitigating climate issues […]
A Whoop for Workers’ Wellness
Expo 2020 Dubai is creating a new roadmap to help future major construction projects and mega-events lift safety standards thanks to its pioneering Worker Wellness Programme, a massive project to measure workers’ health and well-being using the latest wearable wellness technology. The first phase of the programme ran for 30 months from October 2017, using […]
24 Winners Selected for Spinneys F&B Incubator Programme
Locally-owned supermarket Spinneys today announced the winners of its incubator programme for micro food and beverage suppliers in the UAE, which launched in May 2020. Participation in the programme surpassed Spinneys’ expectations with more than 160 local businesses entering submissions of an exceptionally high standard. In response, the grocer has increased the number of winners, […]
AdColony Unveils Mobile Behavior Survey Findings in MENA During the Holy Month of Ramadan
UAE: 27th April, 2020: The Holy month of Ramadan for muslims is a time where observers spend the month focusing on prayer, reflection, and community. This year, Ramadan began on Friday, April 24 and will end on Sunday, May 24. After Ramadan comes to an end, Muslims observe Eid al-Fitr on Monday, May 25. This […]
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy to support ADSW
Masdar, host of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), today announced that Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy (DoE) will support the global platform for accelerating sustainable development as ADSW’s Principal Partner. The partnership with the DoE will support ADSW’s initiatives and events, which are bringing global leaders together virtually from 18 – 21 January 2021, to […]
A decade of innovation and discovery within the natural world
Abu Dhabi, UAE – September 6, 2020: In just 10 years, NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has made significant discoveries and contributed important knowledge to our rapidly changing natural environment. From rising sea-levels to the discovery of new species, researchers at NYUAD are investigating the future of our planet and taking a multidisciplinary approach to solving […]
$2.5 trillion is the estimated financing gap in ensuring a successful SDG roll out in developing countries including the Gulf countries
Countries in the GCC must accelerate their efforts if they are to meet the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), according to Oliver Wyman’s latest report. Titled ‘A Decade of Action: Delivering Sustainable Development Goals in the Gulf’, the report looks at why SDGs, launched in 2015, are critical and why it is imperative […]
Access the Top Panel sessions from EAFOL
Dubai, April 7 The 2020 Emirates Airline Festival of Literature seems a long time ago. But we are now be able to relive some of the top sessions from the Festival, starting today! For the first time, the Emirates Airline Festival will be publishing an incredible selection of Festival sessions on their YouTube channel, with […]
