Education & Awareness

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

Green Sheikh reaches out to the young

DOHA: Government and private sectors in the Gulf should now prioritise effective waste management partnerships in the wake of rapid growth in most of the countries in the region, said Sheikh Dr Abdulaziz bin Ali Al Nuaimi, Programme Ambassador of Ford Grants and more popularly known as the “Green Sheikh.” Sheikh Abdulaziz is a member [...]

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Saturday, September 3rd, 2011

The Climate Reality Project in Dubai

From an indoor ski resort to artificial islands, Dubai is a city of engineering marvels and architectural splendor. But these impressive achievements go hand in hand with the intensive use of energy and water. In a warming climate, building a sustainable city is one of Dubai’s big challenges. Dubai is the largest city in the [...]

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Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

Ten Tips to turn Ramadan and Eid Green

From Eid cards that you can plant to cooking up an organic Ramadan feast, Arwa Aburawa shares ten tips to help you show your love for the planet during the sacred month of fasting. If you are anything like me, at the end of every Ramadan you tell yourself that you will be better prepared [...]

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Friday, August 5th, 2011

UAE Wildlife is the new Star of a homegrown TV series: The Last Wilderness

The Arabian oryx, the Arabian leopard, desert foxes, vipers, gazelles and other animals are set to star in a TV series devoted to the UAE’s wildlife. A production company is talking with potential backers about making the series, to be called The Last Wilderness of the United Arab Emirates. Wild Planet Productions says the growing [...]

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Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

The Green Sheikh joins the Plastic Pollution Coalition

Abdul Aziz bin Ali Al Nuaimi is a member of the ruling family of the Emirate of Ajman in the United Arab Emirates and globally known as the “Green Sheikh”. Sheikh Al Nuaimi is currently serving as environmental advisor to Ajman Government, CEO of Al Ihsan Charity Centre supporting less fortunate families and children, and [...]

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