Dry spell follows deluge in 2024, the wettest year of the past four decades Isaac Arroyo. May 13, 2025 n 2024, the UAE recorded average rainfall of 129mm, which made it the wettest year of the past four decades. Historically, the country usually has about 60mm of rain a year. The UAE recorded more than […]

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By JT – May 17,2025 AMMAN —  Jordan is grappling with one of the most severe water crises in the world, with per capita water availability dropping to just 60 cubic metres per year, one of the lowest rates internationally, according to the Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abul Saud. Speaking at a recent policy dialogue […]

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Israel’s Meteorological Service reported several record-breaking high temperatures, while firefighters worked to extinguish blazes sparked by holiday celebrants who failed to properly put out Lag Ba’omer bonfires in the Jerusalem area Nir Hasson. May 17, 2025 The heavy heat wave conditions that prevailed throughout Israel on Saturday broke several records for May. Israel’s Meteorological Service […]

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By JT – May 18,202 AMMAN — Water storage levels in the Kingdom’s majordams have dropped by more than a quarter over the past year, according to newly released figures from the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. Official data shows that water stored in the Kingdom’s dams fell by 26.24 per cent between 2023 and 2024. Total storage reached approximately 118.7 million […]

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By JT – May 19,2025 AMMAN — The current rainfall season is falling “significantly” below annual averages across the Kingdom, prompting concerns about its impact on water and agricultural sectors, according to the Jordan Meteorological Department (JMD). JMD Director Raed Khattab on Monday said that the season had officially been classified as weak nationwide, with precipitation levels […]

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 May 12,2025 Secretary General of the Water Authority of Jordan (WAJ) Sufian Batayneh and Spanish Ambassador to Jordan Miguel de Lucas on Sunday inaugurated the Al Lajoun Water Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project in the Governorate of Karak.  The ceremony was attended by Head of the Spanish Cooperation in Jordan Cristina Gutiérrez, along with senior officials, technical […]

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But scientists say the losses could be heavily cut by using pool covers Daniel Bardsley. May 10, 2025 A man walks across a pool deck at Oceanic Hotel in Khorfakkan. Sarah Dea / The National With its endless sunshine and sizzling temperatures, the UAE is the perfect place at which to kickback and enjoy an afternoon […]

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Abu Dhabi’s Silal and China’s Shouguang Vegetable Industry Group are behind 100,000 square metre agricultural hub Rachel Kelly. May 19, 2025 Blueberries being grown in Al Ain, which will soon be home to a Dh120 million agritech hub. Photo: Elite Agro Rachel Kelly. May 19, 2025 A Dh120 million AgriTech hub, measuring 100,000 square metres, […]

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May 12,2025 Aqaba’s Al Azraq Beach has once again earned the prestigious “Blue Flag” certification for 2025, marking the third consecutive year the beach has met the international eco-label’s rigorous environmental and quality standards. During a flag-raising ceremony held on Monday, Chief Commissioner of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) Nayef Fayez described the […]

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It specifically governs entities whose activities result in, or may lead to, environmental pollution 13 May 2025 Environment Agency — Abu Dhabi (EAD) has issued a new regulation on environmental emergency preparedness and response in the emirate.  The regulation empowers the agency to take immediate and decisive action in the event of potential environmental emergencies, […]

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 May 12,2025 AMMAN — The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources on Monday launched a national programme to support low-income households in installing solar water heaters, offering subsidies of up to 50 per cent to reduce electricity bills and promote clean energy use. Funded with support from the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security […]

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EcoPeace Middle East <ecopeace@ecopeaceme.org> Dear friends,EcoPeace is delighted to share with you our Spring Environmental Peacebuildingnewsletter. The newsletter opens with an important update highlighting our significant policy advancements regarding our “Peace Triangle” vision, followed by short news updates on our Top Down and Bottom up programming.While highlighting our frustration over the failure to end the war, […]

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When we think about the biggest threats to our country, usually Hamas or Hezbollah come to mind. But these experts explained that when looking to the future, we need to start looking inward. By SHIR PERETS MAY 1, 2025 21:54 GARBAGE IN THE Judean desert. The Jewish state, now marking its 77th year of independence, is expected […]

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April 22, 2025. Red Sea Global, the developer behind the flagship regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, announced on Tuesday the rebranding of its latest brand, Botanica. (Supplied) Short Url https://arab.news/2fjfj April 22, 2025 RIYADH: Red Sea Global, the developer behind the flagship regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, announced on […]

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 May 11,2025 AMMAN — Director of the Aqaba Marine Reserve Naser Zawaydeh on Sunday announced the completion of the first phase of the reserve’s nomination for inclusion on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, having passed the initial technical evaluation. Speaking during a meeting chaired by Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) Chief Commissioner Nayef Fayez, Zawaydeh […]

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Sanhaja (AFP) – In a northern Tunisian olive grove, Yassine Khelifi’s small workshop hums as a large machine turns olive waste into a valuable energy source in a country heavily reliant on imported fuel.  29/03/2025  Holding a handful of compacted olive residue — a thick paste left over from oil extraction — Khelifi said: “This is […]

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April 22, 2025. A research project to improve the feasibility of green hydrogen production has been launched by KFUPM. (Supplied) Short Url https://arab.news/4gbnw RIYADH: A research project to improve the feasibility of green hydrogen production has been launched by the King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. Led by Prof. Mohammed Gondal, the project aims […]

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Tougher emissions standards for vehicles credited but still much room for improvement’ Daniel Bardsley. May 02, 2025 Scientists in Abu Dhabi say stricter air quality controls, transitioning to renewable energy and monitoring vehicle emissions are behind a reduction in the levels of air pollution in parts of the Middle East. A study from Khalifa University (KU) in Abu Dhabi, using […]

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Environment Agency Abu Dhabi aims to integrate satellite data and AI into air pollution prediction Rachel Kelly. May 08, 2025 Dust and sand storms have been sweeping the UAE in recent weeks, providing a challenge for weather and environment agencies that are working to forecast and prepare for their effects. On Thursday, the National Centre […]

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