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Plastic Bags Kill Hundreds Of Camels Across UAE

Hundreds of camels across the UAE have died because of plastic consumption over the past decade, a study has shown.

Plastic Free Bags

We are passionate about the environment and want to do our bit to protect it. So we decided to start with something simple – by replacing our plastic shopping bags…

Microplastics found in human blood raise new concerns on health impact of plastic pollution

Microplastics have been found by scientists in human blood for the first time, according to a new study published in the journal Environment International. Based on an analysis of 22 healthy donors, 80 per cent or 17 of them has the tiny particles detected on their blood samples.

Study reveals nano-plastic particles dating as far back as 50 years found in polar regions

Plastic invasion in the environment has reached new levels after scientists found their nano particles in both the north and south polar regions. These particles which are much smaller than microplastics are more toxic although its impact on people’s health have not yet been established.

Eco-friendly Living: 10 Simple Swaps To Make For A Plastic-Free July

The summer is officially here and for those interested in eco-friendly living, you know what that means: It is time for Plastic-Free July! To celebrate, we have rounded up a few simple swaps to get you started on your journey towards living with less waste.

Luxury Hotel Chains Cut On Their Single-Use Plastic Usage

The UNWTO has reported that as of December 2020, 46 tourism companies, suppliers, business associations, NGOs, consultancies and certification schemes have signed up to the Global Tourism Plastic Initiative, indicating that these companies are keen to enable travelers enjoy a plastic-free holiday destination.

Plastic Pollution Kills At Least 300 Camels Since 2008

His Highness Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, a comprehensive sustainable urban development plan that is set to make Dubai the world’s most desired city to live in.

Paving Stones Out of Recycled Plastic

Becoming Zero Waste is not something that happens overnight according to Doua Benhida, Founder of The Zero Waste Collective. She started her journey nearly two years ago and her ultimate goal is for this initiative to become the one stop shop for UAE residents to become zero waste, to learn more about the problems and to be part of the solution.