Ministry passes new regulations on pesticides
New regulations have been passed to prevent the import of pesticides that could harm consumers and the environment. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment adopted seven new measures to register
The National (UAE)
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Calculate your carbon footprint with new app
An app, designed to encourage ecological responsiblity by calculating your consumption of power, water, transportation, waste and carbon emissions has been launched by the Ministry of Environment and Water
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Dubai Municipality to deal with noise pollution
A campaign by Dubai Municipality to deal with noise pollution will start this month, its director general says. Hussain Lootah says the campaign will start by measuring noise levels in the city.
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Arabian Wildlife Centre showcases broad range of Arabian flora and fauna
The Arabian Wildlife Centre in Sharjah is highlighting its broad range of local flora and fauna. The centre, which was established in 1999, is home to a variety of species of animal and serves many
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Environmental research projects given go-ahead
Innovations in recycling, waste management and water purification are to be given the go-ahead this autumn at Sharjahâs Gulf Ecosystem Research Centre. Founded in 2012, the centre was created through
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Tremors felt in Dubai from 5.1 magnitude earthquake in southern Iran
It hit at 9.44am local time and the shaking measured between 4 and 5 on the Mercalli intensity scale, according to the National Centre of Meteorology and Seismology. The weather bureau confirmed the