A renewable energy initiative in the Seychelles is being launched by Masdar and the country’s president to address the islands’ shortage of resources.

UAE-designed and built craft will set off in 2020 as part of a project aimed at inspiring a new generation within the region

ABU DHABI // Masdar Institute scientists have come up with an accurate system to predict extreme weather.

ABU DHABI // Fahad Hareb, director of air quality at the Ministry of Environment and Water, said pollution levels in the UAE were safe for residents.

Solar energy will be used to power bus stops in areas where there is no direct access to electricity, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced.

RAS AL KHAIMAH // More than 1,500 violations of environmental laws were discovered by inspectors in the first half of 2015.

ABU DHABI // The Federal National Council will discuss Quran memorisation centres as well as amendments to an environment bill that will protect aquatic resources when it meets for its final sessio

The Emirates Wildlife Society released its five-year strategy with partnership opportunities to further protect the environment.

Minister of Housing Moustafa Madbouly announced the completion of sewage projects in 10 villages as part of a grant from the UAE.

Private-sector environmental initiatives are being hampered by banks’ reluctance to finance clean-energy enterprises.

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