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“We are relentlessly committed to helping the Parties agree the best plan they can for the world”, said the UAE presidency on the last day of the climate summit
In 2023, the UAE cabinet issued more than 60 policies, initiatives, and decisions to promote the nation’s efforts to combat climate change and its impact
The city’s ambitious plan is set to accelerate the momentum that it has achieved in its transition towards clean energy over the last decade
Germany’s state secretary and special envoy for climate action, Jennifer Morgan, said counties were now “moving into the critical stage of negotiations”
Day 1 at COP28 saw the announcement of a fund to help vulnerable nations cope with the cost of climate-driven damage
Leaders must deliver in Dubai – the message is clear, said UN Climate Change executive secretary Simon Stiell on the eve of COP28
New research sheds light on how to use insurance money to protect countries from the spiralling cost of storms, drought, and rising sea levels
Major emerging economies like Nigeria, South Africa and Vietnam, developed countries like Australia, Japan and Canada, have said they will join the pledge
With multiple crises affecting millions of people around the world, the upcoming climate summit aims to focus on the needs of the most vulnerable
The agreed recommendations will now be socialised with national governments ahead of COP28, so the fund can be activated and capitalised
Here’s how we can forge a greener and brighter future together
The deal puts focus on the Permian and signals Exxon is sticking to its fundamental business
The first ever Future Sustainability Forum will be held from October 4-5, at the Ritz-Carlton DIFC
Climate Future Week will feature 20 main sessions, six workshops and three events, including a Climate Start-up Majlis, Climate Film Festival, and photo exhibition
With its focus on storytelling and community impact, the Climate Tribe is poised to make a lasting impact on the journey toward a more sustainable future
This development is part of a series of initiatives that align with the pharma giant’s global Ambition Zero Carbon programme
The landmark initiative brings together Abu Dhabi Fund for Development , Etihad Credit Insurance, Masdar and AMEA Power among others
A decade ago London had NO2 levels that were among the worst of major world cities, and that has improved dramatically alongside the expansion of the ULEZ
Governments around the world are increasingly treating private sector companies as key partners in tackling societal challenges, including climate change
As we mark World Water Week, the theme of this year, ‘Seeds of Change: Innovative Solutions for a Water-Wise World’ is a stark reminder of the urgent need to address this crisis
Sectors such as power and water generation, heavy industry, transport, waste, buildings, and agriculture will reduce emissions as per specific sectoral targets
The charter was signed on the sidelines of the UAE Cabinet meeting held on March 6
The framework will look at accelerating the adoption of distributed photovoltaic systems, and the development of innovative new technologies and business models in emerging markets
It is estimated that COP28 will have participation from more than 80,000 delegates, including 140 heads of state and government
The new logo and branding will be applied across all COP28 UAE branding, including the newly launched website and on-site at Expo City Dubai
With more than 2000 speakers and over 40,000 participants, the event will oversee leaders and activists share ideas, solutions and innovative projects for climate action
Beyond a small cohort of highly engaged activists, the nuances of environmental science remain poorly understood by most consumers
UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment launches climate action ‘pledge’ for private sector
Signatories will intensify their efforts to combat climate change, by measuring and reporting their greenhouse gas emissions, among other steps
It will enable Aldar to save approximately Dhs40m per year in energy consumption costs