By Mohammed Mahmoud. April 19, 2024 see also full series on Economy, Climate and Middle East Introduction The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is naturally prone to being hot and dry, in stark contrast with the rest of the world. The region’s arid climate is the primary contributor to its perennial state of water […]

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In the so-called unrecognized Bedouin villages in the Negev, where women are confined to their homes, the greenhouses they’re tending are often their families’ sole source of income – and hope Ronit Vered Jan 9, 2025 On a low table, carefully wrapped in glistening oilcloth, Umm Hani sets down a meal as marvelous as it […]

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JANUARY 22, 2025 By Jane Arraf For years, the hatching of sea turtles has attracted curious viewers from all over Lebanon, but on Sept. 8, 2024, only a handful made it to the Mansouri Beach in Tyre, despite attacks by Israel on the southern border. Tamara Saade for NPR MANSOURI BEACH, Lebanon — Just a few […]

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Riyadh, January 13, 2025, SPA — The King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority has achieved a significant milestone by being included in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Green List. This accomplishment underscores the authority’s commitment to preserving a sustainable and thriving environment, adhering to the highest international standards and practices.The inclusion followed […]

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Riyadh, January 7, 2025, SPA — The National Center for Wildlife (NCW), in collaboration with the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Natural Reserve Development Authority (ITBA), released 95 endangered animals into the reserve as part of its breeding and resettlement programs.The release included 50 Arabian goitered gazelles, 30 Arabian oryx, 10 mountain gazelles, and five […]

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The shy toad had never been seen in Syria before, but now – of all times – it has been Ruth Schuster. Dec 22, 2024 Finally, some happy news has come to the Middle East! The Syrian spadefoot toad (Pelobates syriacus) has been rediscovered in Syria.  This is quite the zoological feat given that the […]

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2/1/2025 Abu Dhabi: The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has introduced a guide to manage and disperse invasive birds in collaboration with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, to provide effective, humane and environmentally responsible solutions for managing infestations in urban and suburban areas. The guide outlines best practices for the public as well […]

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Published:  December 17, 2024 Abdulla Rasheed, Abu Dhabi Edito Abu Dhabi: The Scimitar-horned Oryx has returned to the wild in the Republic of Chad, thanks to The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD)’s efforts. The Scimitar-horned Oryx has been reclassified as “Endangered” on the conservation status scale of the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, after […]

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January 16, 2025 The Solar Outlook Report 2025 is officially here, and we’re thrilled to offer you the first opportunity to download it! Packed with insights, industry trends, and future opportunities, it’s your essential guide to the solar landscape across the MENA region.This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the valuable contributions of our MESIA members, who […]

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Short Url. https://arab.news/vwqcf NIRMAL NARAYANAN. December 31, 2024 RIYADH: Saudi utility giant ACWA Power has secured SR2.63 billion ($703 million) in financing to develop, operate, and maintain a 1,100-megawatt wind power plant in Egypt’s Suez governorate.  In a statement to Tadawul, the company said the funding was sourced from the European Bank for Reconstruction and […]

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Short Url https://arab.news/9m6sh MIGUEL HADCHITY. January 05, 2025 RIYADH: Egypt’s Nuclear Power Plants Authority has secured a permit to construct a spent atomic fuel storage facility at the El-Dabaa power plant, located approximately 320 km northwest of Cairo. The NPPA plans to begin the construction of the facility in 2025. This storage solution will provide […]

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SolarEdge to cut operational costs amid a sales slump and inventory surplus in Europe;. The layoffs mark the company’s fourth round of cuts since January 2024 Adiel Eithan Mustaki, Calcalist|01.07.25  Renewable energy company SolarEdge has announced the dismissal of 400 employees worldwide as part of its efforts to reduce operational costs, following a significant crisis […]

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January 14, 2025 Abu Dhabi: In the presence of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) on Tuesday announced the launch of the world’s first large-scale ‘round the clock’ gigascale project, combining solar power and battery storage […]

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Governments of Israel and US to channel cash through BIRD foundation, with projects expected to raise a further $8.5 million from private sources By SUE SURKES  1 December 2024, full story: https://www.timesofisrael.com/five-us-israeli-clean-tech-projects-chosen-to-receive-7-5-million-in-grants/

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edited, full website: https://www.sgi.gov.sa/?csrt=14270732157926523882 Combating climate change through collaboration, knowledge exchange and investments in the green economy. The Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) is a regional effort led by Saudi Arabia to mitigate the impact of climate change on the region and to collaborate to meet global climate targets. By increasing regional cooperation and creating […]

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Riyadh, January 13, 2025, SPA — The National Energy Services Company (Tarshid) and King Abdullah Medical City, a member of the Makkah Health Cluster, have launched an energy retrofitting project for 16 of the city’s facilities and buildings. This initiative aligns with international best practices to increase energy efficiency and reduce consumption. Commenting on the […]

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Abu Dhabi, 23 November 2024: The Department of Energy (DOE) and the Environment Agency –Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced significant progress in implementing the Abu Dhabi Climate Change Strategy 2023–2027. The strategy aims to enhance the emirate’s resilience to climate change risks, support efforts to achieve climate neutrality goals and the outcomes of the UAE Consensus, continue […]

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Over the years, EPA’s environmental cooperation in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) has focused on capacity building regarding environmental governance, water pollution and water security, clean fuels vehicles, and pollution prevention.   Our most recent activities have focused on solid waste management, public participation, and crisis communication in environmental decision-making.  Our efforts in the […]

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18 June 2024 Executive Summary This Preliminary Assessment was prepared by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). It is an initial response to an official request from the State ofPalestine, issued in December 2023, that UNEP conduct an assessment of the environmental impacts of the conflict in Gaza. Conflict was ongoing in Gaza through- out preparation […]

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By Peter Schwartzstein November 1, 2024 The idea of exchanging water for power between Israel and Jordan was first proposed in the 1990s. Though critical steps have been taken, the “green-blue deal” is now on the back burner. \ or an initiative that has the potential to rework the Middle East, Project Prosperity would leave […]

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