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NYUAD Uncovers Genomic Differences of Marine and Freshwater Microalgae
NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Associate Professor of Biology Kourosh Salehi-Ashtiani and NYUAD Senior Research Scientist David Nelson report in a new study that they have successfully cultured and sequenced 107 microalgae species from 11 different phyla indigenous to varied locations and climates to gain insights on genomic differences in saltwater and freshwater microalgae. The researchers […]
Transguard Volunteers Sew Masks for their Colleagues
Transguard Group, a leading UAE-based business services provider, announced today that its site-based employees have been volunteering their time and talent to sew handmade masks for their fellow employees. The first batch of masks was delivered to Transguard’s Accommodation Services team in mid-May, with the second batch scheduled for delivery this week. “It was a […]
Sustainability Begins in the Classroom!
By Dr. Norhayati Zakaria, Associate Professor, Faculty of Business & Management, UOWD Indisputably, the world is moving into auspicious business environment which is rapidly paved towards sustainability. Organizations begin to embrace the triple spheres of sustainability—profit, people and planet as the main agenda for building resilient workforces who are equally eager to make vital […]
World’s largest battery storage facility to power TRSDC with clean energy 24/7
The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC), the developer behind the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism project, has announced it is creating the world’s largest battery storage facility to enable the entire site to be powered by renewable energy 24 hours a day. The development on the west coast of Saudi Arabia, which spans 28,000km2 and […]
Dubai Design District launches Curated Playlists for Local Musicians only on Apple Music
Dubai Design District (d3) is quickly becoming the UAE’s undisputed hub for homegrown music and talent. Looking to shine a light on the region’s top emerging musicians and artists, D3 will collaborate with music lovers from across the District to curate distinctive playlists that amplify the work of local artists, which will be available exclusively […]
Arab Youth Concur on Three Priorities as Cornerstones of Development
Young people in the Arab world have unanimously agreed on the three priorities that are critical to their development and to shaping the future of their countries, according to the Arab Youth Priorities study, published by the Arab Youth Center (AYC) on the eve of International Youth Day. Those priorities were the first choices for […]
A Glimpse into The Future of Car Dealerships
Markus Leithe, Managing Director of International Markets for INFINITI in the Middle East, Asia and Eastern Europe, answered The Sustainabilist’s questions about their new and adapted showroom. 1. How is INFINITI revolutionising showrooms? INFINITI has always positioned itself as a daring and forward thinking brand who today welcomes the changes in customer behaviours towards […]
Bee’ah Launches Region’s First Solar Energy Landfill Project
Bee’ah, the Middle East’s leading sustainability pioneer, announced that it will convert 47 hectares of Al Saja’a landfill area into a state-of-the-art solar energy facility in Sharjah once the landfill is capped. This is the first of its kind in the region solar energy landfill project set to generate more than 42 megawatts of energy […]
EWEC Announces Partners to Develop the World’s Largest Solar Power Plant
The Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), a leading company in the coordination of planning, purchasing and providing of water and electricity across the UAE, announced the award for the world’s largest solar power plant. The project was awarded to a consortium led by Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) and Masdar, with partners EDF […]
Irish companies score big on clean-tech
Irish continue to play an active role in supporting the achievement of the UAE and wider region’s clean technologies ambition for a more sustainable future
